AWS GovCloud SRE

Job Description Space Ground System Solutions (SGSS), a Parsons Corporation company, has an immediate full-time opening for a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) on its IT Support team in Alexandria, Virginia. In this role, you will support the Naval Research Laboratory in advancing the National Security Space mission by contributing to the expansion of cloud-based infrastructure. The SRE will play a key role in evolving satellite ground system software to operate within hybrid and private cloud environments, enabling greater scalability, resilience, and mission readiness. This position will also be responsible for managing, supporting, and facilitating infrastructure operations for development teams building systems that integrate government-off-the-shelf (GOTS), commercial, and open-source software. This SRE position requires close collaboration with engineers to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient system performance across mission-critical environments.Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESIdentify appropriate Cloud based (i.e., AWS GovCloud) infrastructure to meet mission requirements, including the specification, acquisition, configuration, dynamic provisioning and maintenance of serversDesign, implement, manage, and automate Application and Infrastructure security tools (containerized Scanning and VM tools) along with integrations to CI/CD pipelines, automated workflows, script-based integrations, etc.Specify and configure physical and virtual machines with RedHat Enterprise Linux with a heavy focus on stable and supported operating systems. This includes proactive and consistent maintenance to ensure systems platforms (i.e., Open Stack, Kubernetes, etc.) are up and available 98% of timePerform current state analysis of an organization's system security controls and measures against DISA STIG standards, and provide recommendations for enhancementImplement configuration management automation (e.g., Ansible) to maintain configurationAssist the development team with requirements verification. The SRE's holistic view should include, but is not limited to, capacity planning, systemplatform performance metrics, change management, high quality of services, promoting first class automation and reasonable cost implementation optionsAssist the organization and technical lead(s) in identifying technical problems, perform root cause analysis and corrective actions follow-up, develop managerial summaries and technical steps for implementing software updates, fixes' and/or replacementsConduct post-incident reviews. Identify what's working and what's not. Develop newrevised response plans that improve the software development lifecycle, revise documentation, implement engineering processes that positively impact IT service delivery and builds customer confident post system maintenance & provisioningFix Support Escalation Issues; serve on the tier 3 support team for integrated product support and proactive response to complex support challengesDevelop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) with security embedded using such technologies as TerraformDocument, train, and operate a software assurance capability at multiple security levelsDocument tribal knowledge and integrating into practical use – documentation, automation, monitoring and remediation. Support feedback from practical experience to software development, support, IT operations and on-call process improvementDevelop workflow in Python or similar scripting languages if or as neededBuild Software for Support Team; build and implement services to improve the quality of support team delivery; improve monitoring and alerting internally and at customer sites in integration, test, and opsREQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONSMust be a US citizenMust meet eligibility requirements to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within 18 months of hireB.S. in Computer Science/Engineering or other relevant field from an accredited university or equivalent combination of formal educationMinimum 3–5+ years in SRE, DevOps, or systems engineering rolesInfrastructure capabilities: operating systems, networking, identity management and access control3+ years of experience with designing solutions in cloud-optimized, private cloud and hybrid environmentsMinimum 3+ years of experience supporting secure, scalable, and elastic applications on distributed architecturesExpertise with tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, or AWS CloudWatchUnderstand the infrastructure management process and tools like Terraform and AWS Cloud formationExperience with server configuration processes and tools such as Chef, Ansible, or PuppetExpert in creating, deploying, maintaining, and troubleshooting Docker or Podman images and orchestration with KubernetesProficiency with Linux, especially RHEL families, and Bash scriptingProficiency in implementing greenfield cloud infrastructure on AWS/Azure/GCPUnderstanding of CI/CD and related conceptsExpert ability to execute advanced git actions like rebasing and squashingBasic understanding of software development and web application development conceptsPREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONSExperience serving in security management in a classified IT development programFamiliarity with specific tools: Gitlab, Ansible, Terraform, OpenStack, AWS GovCloud, RedHat Enterprise VirtualizationFamiliarity with CI/CD and tooling for CM, build, deployment, and code quality around C++ and PythonAWS CertificationsDoD 8750 certification at IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+; Cloud+, CASP+), will be required to attain and maintain as part of the jobExperience with FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and managing secure enclavesSpace Ground Systems Solutions (SGSS), a wholly owned subsidiary under the Parsons Corporation, is passionate about making our nation the undisputed leader in Space because we understand that ensuring our security for future generations depends on it. We have emerged as a leader in the development of cutting-edge solutions for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our tremendous success can be attributed to our people and our priorities. Do you want to be part of a team that is helping the government solve major national security challenges in the space domain? We need your help.SGSS believes in taking care of their employees by offering:ALL benefits fully funded, for your entire familythis includes Medical/Dental/Vision/Group Life/STD/LTD - no employee premiumsSGSS funded HSA (Health Savings Account) provided with SGSS funding the maximum amount allowed by the IRSRetirement Savings Plan (RSP/401k) with a 20% annual company contribution - no employee contribution requiredApply now to work for a company that truly believes YOU are the key to OUR success . . . Come BE the difference.=======================================================Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or applicants who are eligible for security clearances. xaygatp SGSS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.