Systems Engineer Sr Advisor
We are GDIT. The people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that's important.
GDIT is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day.
We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge we can't turn into an opportunity. And our work depends on a Cloud Operations/Automation Engineer Resource joining our team to support the United States Postal Service (USPS) activities located remotely.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. In this role, a typical day will include:
- The candidate will provide expert level infrastructure and network management and automation support.
- Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, and system engineers, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management.
- Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
- Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.
- Develop, document, and automate technical processes and procedures as needed.
- Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:- Strong Experience of automation/orchestration using any of the following: Chef, Ansible, Ansible Tower, Terraform, YAML, Jenkins, Puppet or equivalent.
- Fluency in at least one scripting language (Python, Perl, Ruby or equivalent)
- Basic understanding of modern operating systems and network technologies sufficient to automate associated processes.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex system tests
- Develop and maintain accurate documentation for internal procedures and services
- Ability to automate solutions to repetitive problems/tasks
- Strong background in shell scripting
- Ability to use a wide variety of open-source technologies and cloud services
- Integration of Git, in continuous deployment
- Strong experience with DevOps automation tools like Docker, Ansible.
- Experience with DevOps monitoring tools like Nagios, Splunk.
- Knowledge of best practices and IT operations in an always-up, always-available service
- Creative thinking skills
- Detail-oriented personality
- Ability to communicate well to other members of the development team
DESIRED:- Significant experience with networking equipment and the APIs they offer
- Strong understanding of cloud networking at scale
- Ability to break down complex networking concepts and present them in a concise way
EDUCATION: - Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:- 10+ years of professional experience
SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: - Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
- The security clearance for this program requires the selected candidate to have resided in the US for the past five years. The selected candidate cannot have left the country for longer than 90 consecutive days and no more than 180 cumulative days.
LOCATION: Raleigh, NC
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:- Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
- 401K with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you build your skills and own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and 10 company-paid holidays
Work Requirements
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Years of Experience
10 + years of related experience
* may vary based on technical training, certification(s),
or degree
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Certification
Travel Required
None
Salary and Benefit Information
The likely salary range for this position is $112,000 - $168,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.
About Our Work
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
