SAP NS2 Sr Cloud Engineer/Systems Administrator - Onsite - Active TS SCI with Poly Chantilly VA

SAP

Herndon (VA)

On-site

USD 131,000 - 271,600

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Variable incentive targets

Pay transparency

Job summary

SAP is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer/Systems Administrator in Herndon, Virginia. The ideal candidate will lead the development of standalone SAP implementations, ensuring compliance with security requirements. This full-time role demands hands-on experience with cloud systems and the ability to communicate technical ideas effectively.

With a compensation range of $131,000 - $271,600, the position emphasizes the importance of technical skills in software architecture, cloud computing, and system administration.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience with Linux and strong UNIX Shell scripting knowledge.
Expertise in cloud-native architecture and development including microservices.
Experience in designing scalable, multi-tenant web applications.

Responsibilities

Lead development of standalone SAP products and solutions.
Communicate cloud design and architecture ideas effectively.
Collaborate with development teams to ensure successful product delivery.

Skills

Software architecture

Cloud computing

Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, Terraform, Ansible, Chef)

AWS Management Tools

Linux System Administration

Cloud-native architecture

DevOps methodologies

Education

BA/BS Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Company Overview

We help the world run better. At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

NS2 Company Description

SAP is the global market leader for business software and related services. SAP National Security Services Inc.® (SAP NS2®) is an independent U.S. subsidiary of SAP. At SAP NS2, we leverage best‑in‑breed technologies engineered by SAP to protect the lives, assets, and information of Americans. We offer SAP solutions with specialized levels of security and support to meet the requirements of U.S. national security and critical infrastructure customers.

Must be a U.S. Citizen with active TS/SCI with Poly; NS2 does not offer Visa sponsorships for this role. All internals must have manager’s approval to transfer.

Role Overview

The NS2 Senior Cloud Engineer/Systems Administrator candidate will be responsible for leading the development of a standalone implementation of SAP Products and solutions that meet our client’s complex needs. This position is located onsite in Chantilly, VA. The candidate must be hands‑on and possess the necessary knowledge of cloud‑based systems and associated security principles to effectively work with minimal supervision in a cloud environment, understand the complexities that come with cloud, and communicate cloud design/architecture ideas to technical as well as non‑technical client stakeholders. This is a full‑time position, and due to security requirements is on‑site only.

Skills/Experience Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess deep technical skills in software architecture and cloud computing as well as very strong written and public communication skills.
Strong Design & Architecture skills - experience in the overall architecture of software applications for products and solutions.
Expertise using Infrastructure as Code tools such as CloudFormation, Terraform, Ansible and Chef.
Experience with AWS Management Tools as CloudWatch and Cloud Trail.
Understanding cloud relevant data serialization languages such as JSON and YAML.
Proven strong system administration experience.
5+ years of experience with Linux (various distributions) and demonstrated strong UNIX Shell scripting knowledge.
5+ years of experience with native cloud backend and frontend development technologies such as: node.js, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Angular etc.
Expertise in cloud-native architecture and development, including microservices, event-driven, and CQRS architecture.
Experience in designing/architecting horizontally scalable, multi-tenant web applications, within a large-scale service-oriented architecture, delivered in a SaaS (software as a service).
SaaS Architectural knowledge gained from experience.
Sound experience in cloud environments (AWS, Azure and/or GCP).
Working with DevOps methodologies and tools to establish and execute a flawless development process, pipelines.
Collaborating with all development process contributors, including Product Managers, Architects, Project Management, Scrum Masters, Developers, User Assistance Developers, and DevOps to ensure successful product delivery.
Develop expertise on Product Standards like Security and Performance and incorporate them into the design.
Hold or have the ability to obtain a required DoD 8570 certification (e.g., CASP+, CISSP) within 6 months of hire.
Relevant cloud provider certifications.

Desired Experience and Skills

Strong knowledge of SAP processes and experience in enterprise software development would be an added advantage.
Industry recognized system administration certification.

Additional Requirements

BA/BS Degree is required. Ideally in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Security, Engineering, Information Technology. MA/MS Preferred.
TS SCI with Polygraph.

Compensation Range Transparency

SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step towards demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted annual combined range for this position is 131000-271600 USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance.

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, etc.), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.

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