Remote -AWS Cloud Administrator/Linux System

Guidehouse Digital is currently seeking a Remote- AWS Cloud Administrator and VLab Linux System Admin  to support our federal project, in Silver Spring, Maryland.

Remote work is possible subject to approval.

 

The National Weather Service’s (NWS) Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) performs portfolio management for planning, research and development, and integration efforts for science and technology improvements across the NWS to build a Weather-Ready Nation. OSTI analyzes requirements for service improvements from NWS field offices and National Centers through close coordination with the AFS Office; develops potential scientific and technological solutions through coordination with partners within NOAA and with the external research community; and sponsors applied research and development of programs/projects to address these requirements. NOAA’s Virtual Laboratory (VLab) Cloud is a Cloud based system that supports research, development, testing, training, and non-mission critical workflows for the Office of Science and Technology Integration. VLab Cloud goals are to:

• Maximizing stability and security while remaining agile
• Controlling and monitoring costs
• Providing security Responsive reliable support
• Streamline and automate onboarding and maintenance

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident is required for the position.
• Candidate must successfully pass a Federal Background Investigation.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide system and AWS Cloud administration as well as assist with the growth, streamlining and evolution of NOAA’s VLab Cloud. The successful candidate will work with NWS staff to develop solutions for technical issues impacting VLab Cloud. Technical issues involve: (a) Cloud architecture; and (b) Maintaining a secure and up-to-date operational system. Specifically, this individual will support a number of activities including a) Setting up and configuring Cloud infrastructures (b) Provide Cloud support; c) Assisting in keeping Cloud services up to date and secure. We are looking for a highly motivated, goal oriented individual, who loves technology and works well within a team and individually.

 

Leadership – 10%

• Provide knowledge, guidance, expertise, consultation, and training on AWS Cloud Services.
• Provide guidance and expertise on AWS cloud architecture.
• Work with various teams to help migrate applications to the cloud.

 

System Administration– 80%

• Develop and provide cloud architecture and implementation.
• Migrate applications from on-premise to the Cloud.
• Assist with the administration of MDL’s Cloud systems (patching, scanning, auditing).

 

Documentation and Reporting – 10%

• Document all work within our ticketing system (VLab Redmine).
• Summarize guidance within internal wikis.

Requirements

Required Qualification:

• BS/BA in Computer Science Meteorology, or related technical field of study (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of AWS Cloud administration and 5+ years of Linux system administration
• Experience with AWS Cloud, specifically Amazon Web Services (Systems Manager, IAM, EC2, EBS, EFS, Lustre, S3, Lambda, RDS, AWS cli, and boto3/java AWS SDK)
• Linux system administration
• Advanced shell scripting skills
• Experience with issue tracking
• Experience with revision control (specifically Git)
• Strong problem solving and logical thinking skills
• Experience writing and running automated tests
• Attention to detail
• High degree of initiative, excellent communication skills
• Must be reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable working in an agile and creative team environment
• Ability to work independently
• Experience supporting and maintaining large projects

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident is required for the position.
• Candidate must successfully pass a Federal Background Investigation.

Preferred:

• Experience with centos/Redhat OS
• Experience with continuous integration (e.g., Jenkins)
• Experience with Gerrit code review
• Experience with Python
• Experience with databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, Elastic Search)
• NOAA FISMA and NIST 800-53 Security controls
• Experience with containerized systems such as Docker.
• Experience with Kubernetes
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Ruby, Freemarker, XML, Apache HTTP, and Apache Tomcat
• Strong writing skills for documentation purposes
• Experience troubleshooting complicated issues
• Experience supporting and maintaining an operational system
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and a willingness to learn new skills for professional growth within the position

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident is required for the position. Candidate must successfully pass a Federal Background Investigation.

 

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Compensation

The annual salary for this position generally ranges between $90,000.00 to $95,000.00. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law. The range may vary above and below the stated amounts,  Salary will be subject to required withholdings.

Company Description

Guidehouse is a leading global provider of consulting services to the public sector and commercial markets, with broad capabilities in management, technology, and risk consulting. By combining our public and private sector expertise, we help clients address their most complex challenges and navigate significant regulatory pressures focusing on transformational change, business resiliency, and technology-driven innovation. Across a range of advisory, consulting, outsourcing, and digital services, we create scalable, innovative solutions that help our clients outwit complexity and position them for future growth and success. The company has more than 12,000 professionals in over 50 locations globally. Guidehouse is a Veritas Capital portfolio company, led by seasoned professionals with proven and diverse expertise in traditional and emerging technologies, markets, and agenda-setting issues driving national and global economies.

 

Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

 

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance, including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

 

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

 

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