AWS Cloud/Linux Administrator

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced AWS Cloud/Linux Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize critical infrastructure supporting web-based services. This role requires deep expertise in Linux administration, cloud environments (AWS), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps automation to ensure system integrity, security, and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Install new software releases, system upgrades, and operating system upgrades; evaluate and install patches; and resolve software-related problems.
• Perform system backups and recovery procedures.
• Create an AMI (Amazon Machine Image) following OS patching cycles.
• Maintain data files and monitor system configuration to ensure data integrity and security.
• Install, set up, configure, troubleshoot, and administer new and existing Apache, PHP, Redis, Ansible, Tomcat, and Oracle Application servers that deliver Web-based services.
• Install, set up, configure, troubleshoot, and administer system support applications, including but not limited to: McAfee, BigFix Client, FireEye Client, Nessus Tenable, Arcsight Log Archiver, IBM Direct Connect, and Dell tools.

Required Qualifications

• Five or more years of Linux/Unix/Redhat Administration Experience (RHEL 7 preferred).
• One or more years of AWS Cloud Experience required.
• Proven experience with Infrastructure As Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps automation utilizing tools such as Ansible, Jenkins, CloudFormation, and Puppet.
• Experience in automation and developing CI/CD pipelines specifically for Automated Server Patching.
• Experience applying patches, debugging complex issues, and building custom kernels as necessary to implement functionality and address security concerns.
• Proficiency in shell scripting using languages such as Python, Perl, Korn, Burne/Bash.
• Solid understanding of the software development process, including requirements, use cases, design, coding, documentation, and testing of scalable, distributed applications in a Linux environment.
• Experience with SE Linux System administration, including configuration and policy management.
• Familiarity with Network file systems (e.g., Lustre, NFS) and Ethernet Networking concepts.
• Experience debugging issues within the Linux kernel, including examining source code and using advanced tools such as crash and systemtap.
• Experience with RDMA Communications, Infiniband or Omni-Path high speed fabrics, including subnet management, IPoIB and/or IPoOPA mechanisms, fabric topology and health monitoring, and integration with MPI.
• Familiarity with automating approaches to configuring and maintaining (e.g., patching) systems in a cloud environment.
• Familiarity with High Performance Computing (HPC) environment and related technologies.
• Key technical skills include: Network security groups, Active Directory (AD) integration, Load Balancer configurations, AWS Direct Connect, and Backup/Archival experience, in addition to basic compute and storage experience (EC2, EBS, S3) with automatic scripting using Ansible or Cloud Formation.
• Excellent communication, people skills, time management, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to balance and prioritize work effectively.
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

ABOUT US

Precise Software Solutions, Inc., an SBA 8(a) program participant, is an innovative small business with a proven record of success delivering quality services and solutions to government organizations. As a CMMI Level 3 company, Precise serves as a trusted advisor to senior technology executives, helping government agencies enhance and expand their information technology capabilities.

Precise helps customers capitalize on the efficiencies offered by technological advancements and ensures the integrity of their IT systems and programs so they can perform their public mission more effectively. The company is known for delivering agile and innovative solutions and specializes in strategic consulting, system modernization and integration, digital transformation and experience, infrastructure and cloud implementation, and data management and analytics.

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision), including a High-Deductible Health plan where the company pays 100% of the deductible for your family.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Retirement Plan with 4% match and discretionary match at year end.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 15 days of PTO accrued per year; 7 holidays + 3 Floating holidays; 2 Innovation days (paid training days).
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Jury Duty leave.
• Life and AD&D Insurance; Critical Illness Insurance.
• Training and Development opportunities.
• Wellness Incentives & Discount programs.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Annual Charity Donation Match.
• Awards and Recognition programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Precise Software Solutions is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.

We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We expect every member of the Precise community to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.