ME00678-Cloud System Administrator 2

Momentumcareers; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

3 weeks PTO

Group medical plan

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

STD/LTD plans

Job summary

Momentum Engineering, Inc. seeks a Cloud System Administrator to support a cloud-based platform built with Java and open-source technologies, including Kubernetes, Hadoop, and Accumulo, in a mission-focused environment.

The role includes Tier 1–3 support and requires active TS/SCI clearance. You will manage Linux-based infrastructure, DNS and DHCP, provisioning, and monitoring with Prometheus and Grafana, collaborating with engineers and mission users to ensure reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph.
• 7+ years Red Hat/CentOS system administration from the command line.
• 7+ years Linux/Unix networking (nmap, tcpdump, firewalls).
• 7+ years Red Hat/CentOS provisioning and kickstart.
• 2+ years DNS administration (DNS, hosts, DHCP).
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, CS, IS, or related field.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level I or higher (Security+ preferred).
• Certifications: AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional; CDP Administrator – Private Cloud Base; CK A (CKA).
• Cloud certification plus 8570 certification required and verified during interview.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 1–3 support for cloud platform operations.
• Operate and stabilize cloud infrastructure (Red Hat/CentOS, Linux networks).
• Troubleshoot Linux/Unix issues with nmap, tcpdump, firewalls.
• Monitor system health with Prometheus and Grafana.
• Manage DNS, DHCP, and provisioning (kickstart).
• Collaborate with developers and mission users to resolve issues.
• Participate in incident response and root-cause analysis.
• Occasional evening or mid-shift coverage as required.
• Support Kubernetes, Hadoop, and Accumulo environments.
• Document procedures and configurations for continuity.

Skills

Red Hat/CentOS administration

Linux/Unix networking

Command line administration

DNS administration

Scripting (Python Bash)

Kubernetes

Docker

Security best practices

Incident response

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering

DoD 8570 IAT Level I or higher (Security+)

AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional

Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)

CDP Administrator – Private Cloud Base

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenStack

AWS

Salt

Ansible

Prometheus

Grafana

nmap

tcpdump

Job description

Momentum Engineering, Inc. fosters an employee-centric culture. Our strength lies in our people. With a high percentage of employees holding advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, and related disciplines, we bring deep technical expertise to every mission. Our team includes professionals with security clearances and full-scope polygraphs, ensuring trusted, secure support for the most sensitive national security initiatives. Additionally, our workforce is equipped with industry-leading certifications, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and excellence. Most importantly, our exceptional employee retention rate reflects a culture of professional growth, mission focus, and dedication—ensuring long-term stability and expertise for our customers’ critical needs.

Job Summary

• Seeking a Cloud System Administrator to support the day-to-day operation and stability of a cloud-based platform built with Java and Free and Open-Source Software technologies, including Kubernetes, Hadoop, and Accumulo
• The platform supports the execution of data-intensive analytics across managed infrastructure in a mission-focused environment
• The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced team environment while proactively identifying and resolving operational issues
• This position includes Tier 1 through Tier 3 support responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation, administration, maintenance, and stability of cloud-based infrastructure and platform services
• Provide Tier 1 through Tier 3 technical support for operational issues affecting users, applications, and infrastructure
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, networking, system, and application issues within Linux-based environments
• Monitor system health, availability, performance, and operational status
• Support Red Hat and CentOS systems through command-line administration and troubleshooting
• Perform Linux and Unix networking support, including use of tools such as nmap, tcpdump, and firewall utilities
• Support system provisioning and Red Hat/CentOS kickstart configuration
• Perform DNS administration and support associated hosts files and DHCP configurations
• Support cloud and distributed computing technologies including Kubernetes, Hadoop, and Accumulo
• Assist with containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes
• Develop and maintain automation and administrative scripts using Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages
• Support troubleshooting and administration of Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS) environments
• Work with monitoring and visualization tools such as Prometheus and Grafana
• Support configuration management and automation tools such as Salt and Ansible
• Document operational procedures, troubleshooting steps, system changes, and recurring issues
• Collaborate with developers, system administrators, engineers, and mission users to resolve technical issues and maintain reliable platform operations
• Participate in incident response, problem diagnosis, root cause analysis, and corrective actions as required
• Support evening or mid-shift operational coverage in accordance with team requirements

Required Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
• Seven (7) years of experience administering Red Hat/CentOS systems from the command line
• Seven (7) years of experience with Linux/Unix networking, including tools and technologies such as nmap, tcpdump, and firewalls
• Seven (7) years of experience with Red Hat/CentOS kickstart and system provisioning, including setup and configuration
• Two (2) or more years of experience with Red Hat DNS administration, including DNS, hosts files, and DHCP
• Strong experience troubleshooting operational issues in Linux environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university
• DoD 8570 IAT Level I certification or higher, preferably Security+, obtained prior to start
• Candidates must possess at least one of the following certifications:
• • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
  • CDP Administrator – Private Cloud Base
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
• Possession of both an applicable cloud certification and an 8570-compliant certification is required and will be verified during the interview or offer process

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with one or more of the following is beneficial:
• • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Hadoop
  • Apache Accumulo
  • Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS)
  • Python scripting
  • Bash scripting
  • Prometheus
  • Grafana
  • JIRA
  • Salt
  • Ansible
  • Virtualization technologies
  • OpenStack
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Exempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.