Network Management Systems (NMS) Operations Tier 3

CACI International Inc; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 94,600 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and technology firm in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is seeking a Network Management Systems Operations Tier 3 to support Linux-based environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Linux systems and strong automation skills. A TS/SCI clearance is required for this full-time position, offering competitive pay and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related work experience.
• TS/SCI with Poly required.
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and troubleshoot Linux-based systems.
• Monitor and optimize Linux servers for NMS applications.
• Develop and implement automation scripts for management efficiency.

Skills

Linux operating systems

Shell scripting

Network management tools

Problem-solving skills

Cloud platforms

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Ansible

AWS

Prometheus

Jenkins

SolarWinds

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Network Management Systems (NMS) Operations Tier 3 role at CACI International Inc.

Time Type: Full time • Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph • Employee Type: Regular • Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% • Type of Travel: Continental US

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

Salary and benefits information is provided below. For context, the proposed salary range for this position is $94,600 - $208,000. CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and troubleshoot Linux-based systems (e.g., CentOS, Ubuntu, RHEL) in an air gapped environment.
• Monitor, configure, and optimize Linux servers for NMS applications (e.g., Riverbed, SolarWinds, Network Node Manager).
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements (e.g., Prometheus, collectd, Grafana, InfluxDB).
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, including system failures, performance problems, and network-related issues.
• Develop and implement automation scripts to improve system management efficiency.
• Work closely with DevOps and engineering teams to identify areas for process improvement and automation.
• Analyze system performance data and provide recommendations for optimization.
• Execute projects related to NMS upgrades, migrations, and integrations.
• Manage system updates, patches, and security configurations to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.
• Provide support for automation-related incidents and work on optimizing system health and uptime.
• Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability and security.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and scalability of Linux environments to support the NMS.
• Participate in on-call rotations for critical incident response.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years of related work experience
• TS/SCI with Poly required
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premise virtualization platforms (VMware, libvirt, KVM) and their monitoring tools
• Proficiency in shell scripting and at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Bash)
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
• Expertise in network management tools and platforms (e.g., Riverbed, SolarWinds, Network Node Manager)
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and best practices
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Desired:

• Relevant certifications (e.g., RHCE, ITIL)
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or similar
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, collectd, Grafana, InfluxDB
• Knowledge of log management and analysis tools (e.g., Elastic)
• Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

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