Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Full Time
Accepts corp to corp applications
No Travel Required
Skills
GCP
cloud
architect
CI/CD
sql
Job Details
Position - Google Cloud Platform Cloud Architect
Location - Germantown,MD
Duration - 3 months Contract to hire
Skills -
Google Cloud Operations Architect in our Hughes Network Systems division to help
us develop the next generation of satellite communications systems. The position is in
our Germantown, MD office.
Responsibilities:
1. Infrastructure Management using IaC and Continuous Integration and
Continuous Deployment (CI/CD):
Use CI/CD pipelines to implement changes, ensure smooth integration of code
changes and rapid deployment of applications.
Configure and monitor cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
and on-premises servers.
2. Database Management
Implement changes/ updates to database schemas, tables, indexes,
and relationships.
Write and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, and scripts.
Use ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes for data integration and migration.
Monitor and analyze database performance to identify and resolve issues.
Implement indexing, partitioning, and query optimization techniques to improve
database performance.
Develop and implement backup and recovery plans to protect against data loss.
Regularly test backup and recovery procedures to ensure data can be restored
effectively.
3. Monitoring and Performance Optimization:
Implement and manage monitoring and logging solutions (e.g., Prometheus,
Grafana).
Analyze system performance and application metrics to identify and address
bottlenecks.
4. Collaboration and Communication:
Work closely with development teams to understand application requirements
and provide operational support.
Facilitate communication between development, operations, and quality
assurance teams to ensure alignment. 5. Automation and Scripting:
Use scripts and automation tools to streamline repetitive tasks and processes.
Use scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation
purposes.
6. Security and Compliance:
Enforce security best practices and policies for application and infrastructure.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., PII, PCI,
GDPR, HIPAA).
7. Incident Management and Troubleshooting:
Respond to and resolve operational issues, outages, and incidents.
Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive measures to avoid future
incidents in close interaction with vendors and service providers.
8. Configuration Management and Documentation/Reporting:
Manage application configurations and environment settings to ensure
consistency across development, testing, and production environments.
Document network configurations, policies, and procedures.
Prepare reports on network performance, incidents, and upgrades.
Maintain an inventory of Servers, routers, firewalls, Virtual Machines, network
assets and resources in CMDB
9. Collaboration and Coordination:
Work closely with IT teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to implement and
upgrade network solutions.
Coordinate with other departments to ensure network solutions align with
business needs.
Participate in project planning and management activities related to network
infrastructure.
Requirements:
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
proficiency in CI/CD tools (e.g., Cloudbuild, Jenkins, GitLab CI,
CircleCI). Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker,
Kubernetes).
knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g. Google Cloud, AWS, Azure and
VMWare).
knowledge of Load Balancers and WAF (e.g. F5-ASM, Cloud Armor,
Global Load Balancers, F5-LTM, etc.)
experience with IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
proficiency in network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.).
experience with network security practices and tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong problem-solving abilities to diagnose and resolve network issues.
Ability to analyze network performance metrics and make necessary
adjustments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for documentation and support.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Certifications related to cloud platforms (e.g., Google Cybersecurity Professional
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Familiarity with security practices and tools
us develop the next generation of satellite communications systems. The position is in
our Germantown, MD office.
Responsibilities:
1. Infrastructure Management using IaC and Continuous Integration and
Continuous Deployment (CI/CD):
Use CI/CD pipelines to implement changes, ensure smooth integration of code
changes and rapid deployment of applications.
Configure and monitor cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
and on-premises servers.
2. Database Management
Implement changes/ updates to database schemas, tables, indexes,
and relationships.
Write and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, and scripts.
Use ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes for data integration and migration.
Monitor and analyze database performance to identify and resolve issues.
Implement indexing, partitioning, and query optimization techniques to improve
database performance.
Develop and implement backup and recovery plans to protect against data loss.
Regularly test backup and recovery procedures to ensure data can be restored
effectively.
3. Monitoring and Performance Optimization:
Implement and manage monitoring and logging solutions (e.g., Prometheus,
Grafana).
Analyze system performance and application metrics to identify and address
bottlenecks.
4. Collaboration and Communication:
Work closely with development teams to understand application requirements
and provide operational support.
Facilitate communication between development, operations, and quality
assurance teams to ensure alignment. 5. Automation and Scripting:
Use scripts and automation tools to streamline repetitive tasks and processes.
Use scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation
purposes.
6. Security and Compliance:
Enforce security best practices and policies for application and infrastructure.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., PII, PCI,
GDPR, HIPAA).
7. Incident Management and Troubleshooting:
Respond to and resolve operational issues, outages, and incidents.
Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive measures to avoid future
incidents in close interaction with vendors and service providers.
8. Configuration Management and Documentation/Reporting:
Manage application configurations and environment settings to ensure
consistency across development, testing, and production environments.
Document network configurations, policies, and procedures.
Prepare reports on network performance, incidents, and upgrades.
Maintain an inventory of Servers, routers, firewalls, Virtual Machines, network
assets and resources in CMDB
9. Collaboration and Coordination:
Work closely with IT teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to implement and
upgrade network solutions.
Coordinate with other departments to ensure network solutions align with
business needs.
Participate in project planning and management activities related to network
infrastructure.
Requirements:
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
proficiency in CI/CD tools (e.g., Cloudbuild, Jenkins, GitLab CI,
CircleCI). Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker,
Kubernetes).
knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g. Google Cloud, AWS, Azure and
VMWare).
knowledge of Load Balancers and WAF (e.g. F5-ASM, Cloud Armor,
Global Load Balancers, F5-LTM, etc.)
experience with IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
proficiency in network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.).
experience with network security practices and tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong problem-solving abilities to diagnose and resolve network issues.
Ability to analyze network performance metrics and make necessary
adjustments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for documentation and support.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Certifications related to cloud platforms (e.g., Google Cybersecurity Professional
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Familiarity with security practices and tools
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