Cloud Systems Administrator, Advisor
Cloud Systems Administrator, Advisor
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Job Description
Responsibilities
Cloud Systems Administrator
Location: Laurel MD
Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Overview:
Peraton is seeking a Cloud Systems Administrator to join our high-impact Cyber Missions team in Laurel this role youll be an integral part of a cutting-edge operations team supporting mission-critical analytics within a dynamic cloud environment.
Youll work on a platform built using Java and open-source technologies like Kubernetes Hadoop and Accumulodesigned to support data-intensive analytics on a robust managed infrastructure.
What Youll Do:
Ensure the stability and performance of day-to-day cloud operations.
Provide expert-level technical support and troubleshooting across a variety of services and systems.
Collaborate with development and engineering teams to maintain and improve operational efficiency.
Support and maintain cloud environments by identifying and resolving infrastructure issues proactively.
Work with a wide array of technologies based on evolving customer needs.
What Were Looking For:
Were seeking a proactive detail-oriented team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes initiative to solve problems. You should be comfortable managing complex systems and adapting to new technologies.
Required Skills & Experience:
Solid background in Linux systems administration and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with cloud-native and container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Working knowledge of Hadoop ecosystems and scripting (e.g. Bash Python).
Preferred Experience (a plus not a must):
Monitoring & Metrics: Prometheus Grafana
Automation & Configuration Management: Salt Ansible
Distributed Systems: HDFS
Project Tracking: JIRA
Virtualization & Cloud Platforms: OpenStack AWS
Why Peraton
At Peraton youll work on innovative mission-critical solutions that make a real difference. We offer competitive benefits opportunities for growth and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued.
Qualifications
Position Requirements:
Must-Haves:
8 years hands-on experience with:
RedHat/CentOS command-line administration
Linux/Unix networking (nmap tcpdump firewalls)
Kickstart provisioning and setup on RedHat/CentOS systems
2 years experience in:
RedHat DNS Administration (DNS DHCP hosts files)
Kubernetes deployments using Helm charts
Infrastructure automation with Salt and Terraform
GitOps workflows using ArgoCD for CI/CD in Kubernetes
CI/CD pipeline development in GitLab
Monitoring with Prometheus and Grafana
Supporting and scaling AWS Cloud environments
Troubleshooting complex network/data flow issues
Strong background in managing and maintaining Kubernetes clusters in data-intensive environments
Experience in Linux-based cloud system administration for large-scale Hadoop/Accumulo clusters
Technical Skills:
Proficient in Bash and Python scripting
Experience with configuration management tools: Ansible Puppet SaltStack Chef Terraform
System monitoring and network troubleshooting in cloud-based environments
Education & Certifications:
Bachelors degree in a related technical field (Systems Engineering Computer Science etc.)
OR 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Certifications required prior to start:
8570 IAT Level I or higher (Security preferred)
One of the following:
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator Associate
AWS DevOps Engineer Professional
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Clearance:
Active TS/SCI with current polygraph (Required)
Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on our critical National Security programs which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.
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Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
EEO
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
