Cloud Automation Engineer

Cloud Automation Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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The Opportunity:
Vorpal Opportunity: https://careers.caci.com/VORPAL

Be part of a department with an expanding range of programs focusing on Cyber Operations, where you get to grow on and between programs with peers who are dedicated to advancing national security. Participate in fun team outings and team building events where you get to engage with your co-workers and expand your career network. We are a fun, engaging contract with a management team focused on growing your career and making you a part of our future. We offer bonus compensation plans that demonstrate you being appreciated for working
Responsibilities:
Sponsor is seeking an experienced operational systems engineer. The candidate will be part of a dynamic team responsible for maintaining and enhancing various applications. The individual shall manage the data ingestion pipeline to include the design and implementation of cross domain data feeds to support the ingestion of data.

The position will be responsible for maintaining, scheduling, executing software and hardware upgrades, patches and reconfigurations, identifying and troubleshooting hardware and software issues with workstations and servers, and continuous system monitoring. The candidate should be able to demonstrate the ability to create and maintain detailed documentation, be willing to partake in group collaboration/project planning, and effectively communicate issues and resolutions to all levels within the organization. The candidate shall provide support for internal systems and networks. Support under this task focuses on designing, engineering, and implementation of complex networks that require application of rigorous protocols.

• Building a DevOps pipeline using AWS, Azure, Google technologies, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and tools like Ansible and Terraform.

• Building and deploying infrastructure using Automation tools such as Linux scripting, Python, and PowerShell.

• Using your knowledge of APIs to design RESTful services, and integrate them with existing data providers using JSON or XML as needed.

• Oral and written communication skills providing design, standard operating procedures, and security documentation.

• Willingness to learn new technologies and help clients with their technical issues before escalating to senior staff.

• Provide emergency 24x7 on-call support on a rotation basis.
Qualifications:
Required: 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent experience.

• Active TS/SCI with required clearance.

• 7+ years of experience working in automating installation, monitoring and O&M tasks using Linux scripting or Python.

• Experience working with Terraform, Docker and Kubernetes.

• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, Google or OpenStack.

• Experience with Cron, iptables, permissions.

• Experience with OpenVPN, SELinux, Network File System (NFS) and Common Internet File System (CIFS).

• Strong foundation in Linux.

• Knowledge of web services, API, REST and RPC.

• Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP and distributed networks.

• Database experience, including knowledge of SQL and NoSQL, and related data stores such as Postgres.

• Extensive experience with open-source technology, software development and system engineering.

• Experience with VMware technologies, to include vSphere 7/8, VSAN, and specifically VMware Horizon View Virtual Desktop Infrastructure.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills needed to work with partners, engineering, and vendors.

• Quick learner, detail oriented, demonstrable thoroughness and strong ownership of work.

• Able to prioritize in a fast moving, high pressure, constantly changing environment (high sense of urgency.)

• Good communication and presentation skills to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical customers.

Desired:
• System administration and IT certification in Linux, Microsoft, or other network related fields.
 

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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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:

$119,800 - $263,600

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.