Cloud Administrator

We are seeking a skilled Cloud Administrator to support our government customer in Annapolis Junction, MD. This role involves working in a cloud environment platform, primarily built with Java and leveraging Free and Open Source Software products such as Kubernetes, Hadoop, and Accumulo. The Cloud Administrator will play a crucial role in ensuring the stability of day-to-day operations, providing customer support, and possessing strong technical and troubleshooting skills. Requirements At least 1 year of experience in system administration, monitoring large distributed systems with specific clustering requirements. Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting large-scale cloud computing systems, including familiarity with big data management technologies (e.g., Hadoop, CASSANDRA). Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team, follow SOPs, and communicate well. Willingness to learn new technologies and leverage senior resources for technical growth. Independent work capability on complex tasks and a willingness to educate junior technical resources. Strong planning, communication, and leadership skills for overseeing technical tasks. 3 years of experience in writing software scripts using languages like Bash, Perl, or Python. 5 years of experience with a fundamental understanding of core Linux OS components, including user and group account management in LDAP, DHCP, DNS, and TFTP configurations. Demonstrated experience with configuration management tools like Puppet and SALT. Knowledge of Linux PXE/Network provisioning processes, including Anaconda Kickstart configurations. Experience in accessing and troubleshooting systems remotely and performing hardware diagnosis and repair. Familiarity with overall corporate architecture, openSSL, Java keystore manipulation. Experience with troubleshooting commodity hardware platforms, including SGI/HP hardware. Benefits Core Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO): TEN (10) Paid days off & FIVE (5) Floating days off. Holidays: 11 Paid Holidays. Flex time can be utilized instead of holiday time usage. Payroll: Paid Bi-Monthly. 401(k): Partnered with the SECOND LARGEST Retirement plan provider in the U.S. Guaranteed 3% match. Eligibility – 21 years of age or older, after 3 months of employment Individual or company-wide performance and recognition awards (Quarterly) Health Benefits: UNITED HEALTHCARE PPO, extensive national coverage. INCLUDES: Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA. Eligible on the first of the month, immediately after the start date. Submit the enrollment form within 30 days of your start date otherwise, you will have to wait until October for the new year enrollment. Quality of Life Benefits: Training & Career Development Reimbursement of Tuition and training needed to support career development. $150 monthly reimbursement contribution paid monthly towards parking expenses. Receipts must be submitted by the close of business on the 25th of each month. Reimbursements will be paid on the first payroll AFTER monthly reimbursements are submitted. Special Benefits: Performance bonus – Project-based Yearly bonus – Company based