Overview
Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Systems Engineer (Senior) . Location : Remote. Department : Veterans Affairs (VA). Type : Full Time. Min. Experience : Experienced. Security Clearance Level : Public Trust (MBI).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope
- Follow standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained
- Detect, isolate, document, rapidly report, and resolve system outages or problems encountered during operations of the scientific workstations, including the collections of diagnostic data, restoring the system operation, development of workarounds, and other activities necessary for a recovery of a system
- Accurately document problems in logging and discrepancy reporting tools
- Work directly with the customer in most aspects of the day-to-day activities
- Respond to user calls regarding hardware / software problems, correcting or ensuring that problems are escalated when required
- Communicate with users and senior management the status of key problem statuses
- Perform hands-on repair of equipment and maintenance / installation of computing infrastructure
- Maintain and troubleshoot all hardware associated with end-user computing, including printers, workstations, router switches, etc.
- Implement continuous improvement methodology through the use of Information Technology (IT) systems or procedures
- Maintain inventory of system assets
- Ensure compliance with VA standards and security policies
- Provide documentation, training, and additional duties as assigned
- Troubleshoot and optimize system performance and reliability
Required Skills and Experience
Experience with AWS and / or Azure Cloud S3, Step Functions, Batch Jobs, and Cloud WatchA proven track record of managing and maintaining large-scale production systemsStrong proficiency in Linux / Unix and Windows operating systemsExperience with system administration tasks including user management, permissions, and system monitoringProficiency in scripting such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation and configuration managementExperience with automation tools like Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or SaltStackKnowledge of cloud- technologies and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools such as CloudFormationExperience working with monitoring tools like DynaTrace, ScienceLogic, and CloudWatchAn understanding of network protocols, firewall configurations, and Virtual Private Network (VPN) setupExperience with network monitoring and diagnostic toolsKnowledge of security best practices for production systemsExperience implementing security measures, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with industry standardsWorking knowledge of database systems such as Amazon Web Services Relational Database Service (AWS RDS), SQL Server, and Oracle RDBMS / RDSExperience with database performance tuning and backup / recovery processesExperience with continuous integration / continuous deployment (CI / CD) pipelinesFamiliarity with version control systems like Git and CI / CD tools like GitHub Actions, AWS CodeBuild, and CodeDeployExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsProfessional Certifications
None required
Years of Professional Experience
10+ years of experience
Three (3) or more years' experience with Structured Query (SQL) query and monitoring
Three (3) or more years' experience in systems engineering or a related field, particularly in production environments
Desired experience
Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) Medical Claims
X.12 medical claims (837, 834, 277, etc)Advanced certifications
Advanced certifications in relevant areas (e.g., Red Hat Certified Engineer, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect)
Formal Education
Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field
Citizenship Requirement
U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity
Security Clearance Requirements
Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI)
CRITICAL NOTES
SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Your answers to the mandatory screening questions must be supported by the information on your resume. Applications with inconsistencies will not be considered.Recruiters or Third parties will not be considered.This is a 100% U.S. based remote position. However, candidates from CA, CO, NJ, IL, OR or NY will not be considered.This can be either a 1099 or W2 position.U.S Citizenship is required for this specific opportunity. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.
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