Azure Cloud Systems Engineer

Job Profile:

Systems/Software Engineering - IT T4

JR Type:

Conditional

Job Category:

Information Technology

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

None

Percentage of Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Type of Travel:

Local

Program/Opportunity Name:

Program | DHS DeskTop

Referral Bonus Plan:

$1,000

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Job Description:

CACI has an exciting opportunity for a Cloud Systems Engineer to join our program supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

The Cloud Systems Engineer will be responsible for supporting Azure cloud application IaaS and PAAS systems including operations & maintenance of Windows and Linux server operating systems.

Location: Washington, DC (Remote but requires occasional customer site visits)

About the Role:

• Engineer, install, maintain, configure, and optimize server operating systems (Windows and Linux) and hosted applications hosted in Azure cloud environments

• Perform analysis for collaboration of network / system needs and participate in planning, designing, upgrading and deployment using a project-based timeline

• Apply appropriate security measures to properly safeguard government systems by implementing industry standard best practices for Development, Operations and Maintenance, and DHS mandated mitigations project and tasks

• Support the distribution and validation of monthly and critical security patches

• Designing and implementing appropriate environments for applications, engineer suitable release management procedures and provide production support

• Collaborate with other teams and Engineering groups in adopting Cloud technologies, processes, and best practices

• Troubleshooting problems, involving the appropriate resources and driving resolution of issues with a focus on minimizing impact to our clients

• Providing guidance for adhering to best practices for optimal and secure use of cloud technologies.

• Assisting development teams in migrating their products from one Azure tenant to another Azure tenant

• Participating in daily stand-up meetings and scrums to report your accomplishments, plans for the day, and any roadblocks you encountered

• Driving improvements to processes and design enhancements to automation to continuously improve the production environment

• Document all work and updates in Service Now, JIRA, Confluence

• Document standard operating procedures (SOP), guides, network diagrams, knowledge base articles

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD)

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 5 years of applicable experience

• 3 years of Azure cloud support experience in a production environment including network, security, deployment, and automation

• At least one Microsoft Azure cloud certification

• 3 years supporting operating systems (Window 2016,2019,etc.) and applications in a production environment including scripting

• Experience collaborating across multiple functional/technical teams to deliver a project

• Provide Emergency on-call support

• Ability to communicate with client on a business level and translate their needs into a technical solution

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in interpersonal and written communications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous DHS experience

• Review and address vulnerabilities with Nessus scans

• ServiceNow and JIRA experience

• Experience working with Agile Development practices.

• Knowledge of IT strategy and management desirable.

• Experience in technology delivery in a DevOps environment

What We Can Offer You:

- We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

- Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

- We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

- We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

- For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

 

Company Overview:

CACI 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$102,900 - $216,200

Salary : $102,900 - $216,200