Cloud Reliability Engineer

$112,000 - $179,000/Yr

Peraton - Chantilly, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Chantilly, VA

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

About the position

Peraton is seeking a Cloud Reliability Systems Engineer to support the Department of Defense in Chantilly, VA. This role is part of a high-performing team responsible for ensuring the availability, performance, monitoring, and incident response of the cloud infrastructure in a 24x7 environment. The position requires hands-on involvement in system and network support, fault isolation, and resolution, while also collaborating with engineering teams to enhance platform efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the 24x7 uptime of multi-tenant cloud infrastructure.
• Work closely with engineering teams to improve platforms and eliminate complexity from architecture and processes.
• Configure and use state-of-the-art monitoring tools to gather insights and act upon the results.
• Conduct incident response and in-depth root cause analysis.
• Provide first-level system and network support and problem resolution identification.
• Monitor daily software and network operations in a distributed environment.
• Work with users on fault isolation and resolution, as well as system analysis and reporting.
• Participate in shift work to allow for complete 24x7 monitoring of software systems.

Requirements

• Minimum of Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Technology or related field and 5+ years of experience; OR Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Technology or related field and 3+ years of experience.
• 2+ years of experience working with Linux operating systems (RHEL 7.X or higher).
• 2+ years of experience working within a cloud environment such as RedHat Openstack, MS Azure, or AWS.
• 2+ years of experience with containerization and automation technologies (e.g. Docker Containers, Kubernetes, Ansible, and Heat templates).
• Demonstrated experience in monitoring tools (e.g. Splunk, Sensu, Nessus, etc.).
• Experience supporting software and/or network operations with a clear understanding of networking fundamentals.
• Current CompTIA Security+, CASP or CISP certification.
• Computing Environment Certification (e.g. Linux+, RHCSA, RHCE, MCSA) or working toward certification.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to work in a 24x7 environment and support shift work on site.

Nice-to-haves

• 3+ years of experience with virtualization technologies (e.g. Citrix XenServer, Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization, and/or VMWare).
• Experience using a ticketing system (e.g. Jira Service Desk, Remedy, etc.).
• Experience with front-end processing and network gateway appliances and/or software.
• Networking experience (e.g. firewalls, switches, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with virtual machine environment management tools (Vagrant).
• Knowledge and understanding of KVM Virtualization technologies.
• Previous experience with Intelligence or DoD programs, either within the military or as a civilian contractor.
• Ability to effectively communicate with both customers and technical staff.

Benefits

• Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for employees and dependents.
• 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap.
• Eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.