Middleware Systems Administrator

Middleware Systems Administrator (Middleware Systems Engineer)

Location: Raleigh, NC (Primary)
Additional Work Locations: Eagan, MN; San Mateo, CA; Remote
Work Model: Remote
Employer: GDIT
Category: Information Technology
Employment Type: Full Time

Overview

GDIT is seeking a Middleware Systems Engineer to support USPS. This role provides day-to-day support for middleware technologies including application servers, containers, messaging systems, automation, cloud platforms, and monitoring tools.

 HOW A MIDDLEWARE SYSTEMS ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Provide daily incident and deployment support for Unix, Linux, and Windows servers
• Support middle-tier applications: web/app servers, containers, messaging tools, cloud platforms, scripting, automation, and monitoring tools
• Develop growth plans for application hosting environments
• Create and maintain project plans and notify USPS management of critical issues
• Use security management systems; support backups and restores
• Provide weekly status reports and maintain project hours
• Perform isolation testing, resolve complex software/hardware issues
• Develop proactive problem-detection and disaster recovery procedures
• Manage incident response via ServiceNow
• Document configurations, track changes, and compile performance data

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education:

• A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is preferred.
• NOTE: If resources do not have a relevant college degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required.

Required Experience

• 13+ years of technical experience
• Minimum 5 years of Middleware Administration in a distributed environment
• If no degree, add 4 additional years of relevant experience

Must have proficiency in at least 2 of 3 areas:

1. Middle Tier Administration (Primary Focus)

 The successful candidate will be able to support USPS implemented middle tier technologies, including web and application servers, containers and container management technologies, messaging technologies, cloud platform and services, automation tools, scripting languages and monitoring tools. Current technologies in use include Apache Tomcat, WildFly, Oracle Fusion Middle Tier (OFM), IBM WebSphere, Apache HTTP, Kubernetes, Docker and other types of containers, IBM MQ, Kafka, Zookeeper, RedHat OpenShift, RedHat 3scale Ansible, Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure, Linux shell scripting, Microsoft PowerShell, JYTHON, AppDynamics, Zabbix, SolarWinds, Zabbix, SolarWinds, Neustar and Splunk.

2. Unix/Linux Server Administration

Administer servers running the Unix and/or Linux operating system in a large, multi-datacenter environment. They will be expected to regularly exercise independent judgment, as well as high-level of analytic skill, in solving complex technical problems for the USPS in the Linux Server and Virtual ESX environment. This individual serves as the focal point for problem resolution by interacting with USPS employees and (multiple) equipment and application vendors to ensure proper application installation and operation, and problem resolution. The individual will also serve as the trainer and mentor to other Linux Administrators at various times. This individual will be expected to work independently with a minimum of guidance or direction.

3. Windows Server Administration

Perform complex functional activities in support of servers running the Windows server operating system for the USPS. They will be expected to regularly exercise independent judgment, as well as high level of analytic skill, in solving complex technical problems for the USPS in the Windows Server and Virtual ESX environment. This individual serves as the focal point for problem resolution by interacting with USPS employees and (multiple) equipment and application vendors to ensure proper application installation and operation, and problem resolution. The individual will also serve as the trainer and mentor to the other Windows Administrator position at various times. This individual will be expected to work independently with a minimum of guidance or direction.

Desired Technical Skills:

• Apache Tomcat, WildFly, Oracle Fusion Middle Tier (OFM).
• IBM WebSphere, Apache HTTP, Kubernetes, Docker and other types of containers.
• IBM MQ, Kafka, Zookeeper, RedHat OpenShift, RedHat 3scale Ansible, Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure.
• Service Now ticket management experience.
• Linux shell scripting, Microsoft PowerShell, JYTHON, AppDynamics, Zabbix, SolarWinds, Zabbix, SolarWinds, Neustar and Splunk.

Security Clearance Level:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust and successfully pass a thorough Government background screening process requiring the completion of detailed forms and fingerprinting
• This position has a U.S. residency requirement. The USPS security clearance process requires the selected candidate to have resided in the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for the last five years as follows: U.S. Citizens cannot have left the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for longer than 6 months consecutively in the last 3 years (unless they meet certain exceptions). Non-U.S. Citizens cannot have left the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for longer than 90 days consecutively in the last 3 years.

Location:

• Remote
• Eagan, MN
• San Mateo, CA
• Raleigh, NC

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• The internal mobility team is dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities include paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $96,034 - $128,800. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
None

Telecommuting Options:
Remote

Work Location:
USA NC Raleigh

Additional Work Locations:
USA MN Eagan

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Work Schedule

• 40 hours weekly
• No travel required

Equal Opportunity Employer

GDIT is an EOE including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.