Overview
On Site
USD 40.00 - 45.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
FOCUS
Authentication
LDAP
SAML
SSO
Security Controls
Provisioning
GRID
Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Linux
SAS Cloud Analytic Services
Ansible
Terraform
Shell Scripting
Amazon Web Services
Licensing
Resource Management
Communication
Documentation
Migration
Kubernetes
Docker
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
DevOps
Collaboration
Cloud Computing
Analytics
SAS
Privacy
Marketing
Job Details
Location: Columbus, OH
Salary: $40.00 USD Hourly - $45.00 USD Hourly
Description:
Job Title: SAS Grid/SAS VIYA Admin
Type: 12+ Months Contract
Location: Columbus or Minneapolis (REMOTE)
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced SAS Platform Engineer with deep expertise in migrating from SAS 9.4 M7 Grid (RHEL Linux) to SAS Viya 4 (cloud-based or on-prem). This role demands strong hands-on experience in both environments, with a focus on end-to-end migration planning, infrastructure setup, troubleshooting, and post-migration platform administration. The ideal candidate is someone who has successfully led or played a key role in enterprise-scale SAS migrations and understands the nuances of both platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Lead or support the migration of SAS 9.4 Grid (M7) running on RHEL Linux to SAS Viya 4
Assess existing SAS Grid environment and design optimal migration strategy to Viya
Perform platform installation, configuration, and integration of SAS GRID 9.4/Viya 4
Set up user access, authentication (LDAP/SAML/SSO), and security controls in both environments
Coordinate with infrastructure and AWS cloud team for provisioning and deployment
Monitor performance, optimize resources, and troubleshoot system-level issues across both platforms
Collaborate with SAS developers, business users, and IT stakeholders to ensure smooth transition
Create detailed documentation and runbooks for both migration and ongoing support
Required Skills and Experience
5+ years of SAS platform administration experience
Hands-on experience with SAS 9.4 M7 Grid on RHEL Linux
Proven expertise with SAS Viya 4 administration and architecture
Deep understanding of SAS compute, CAS server configuration, and Viya services
Familiarity with tools like Ansible, Terraform, or shell scripting for automation (a plus)
Experience with cloud-based deployments (e.g., AWS) is strongly preferred
Strong understanding of SAS licensing, security setup, and resource management
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience with large-scale migrations from SAS 9.4 to SAS Viya
Knowledge of containerized deployments (Kubernetes, Docker)
SAS Certified Platform Administrator credentials (9.4 and/or Viya)
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps integration for SAS environments
Additional Info
This role may involve cross-functional coordination with cloud engineering, security, and analytics teams.
Candidates with both legacy and modern SAS architecture experience will be strongly preferred.
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Salary: $40.00 USD Hourly - $45.00 USD Hourly
Description:
Job Title: SAS Grid/SAS VIYA Admin
Type: 12+ Months Contract
Location: Columbus or Minneapolis (REMOTE)
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced SAS Platform Engineer with deep expertise in migrating from SAS 9.4 M7 Grid (RHEL Linux) to SAS Viya 4 (cloud-based or on-prem). This role demands strong hands-on experience in both environments, with a focus on end-to-end migration planning, infrastructure setup, troubleshooting, and post-migration platform administration. The ideal candidate is someone who has successfully led or played a key role in enterprise-scale SAS migrations and understands the nuances of both platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Lead or support the migration of SAS 9.4 Grid (M7) running on RHEL Linux to SAS Viya 4
Assess existing SAS Grid environment and design optimal migration strategy to Viya
Perform platform installation, configuration, and integration of SAS GRID 9.4/Viya 4
Set up user access, authentication (LDAP/SAML/SSO), and security controls in both environments
Coordinate with infrastructure and AWS cloud team for provisioning and deployment
Monitor performance, optimize resources, and troubleshoot system-level issues across both platforms
Collaborate with SAS developers, business users, and IT stakeholders to ensure smooth transition
Create detailed documentation and runbooks for both migration and ongoing support
Required Skills and Experience
5+ years of SAS platform administration experience
Hands-on experience with SAS 9.4 M7 Grid on RHEL Linux
Proven expertise with SAS Viya 4 administration and architecture
Deep understanding of SAS compute, CAS server configuration, and Viya services
Familiarity with tools like Ansible, Terraform, or shell scripting for automation (a plus)
Experience with cloud-based deployments (e.g., AWS) is strongly preferred
Strong understanding of SAS licensing, security setup, and resource management
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience with large-scale migrations from SAS 9.4 to SAS Viya
Knowledge of containerized deployments (Kubernetes, Docker)
SAS Certified Platform Administrator credentials (9.4 and/or Viya)
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps integration for SAS environments
Additional Info
This role may involve cross-functional coordination with cloud engineering, security, and analytics teams.
Candidates with both legacy and modern SAS architecture experience will be strongly preferred.
By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from the Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates (collectively "Judge") to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes. Message & data rates apply and message frequency may vary. Consistent with Judge's Privacy Policy, information obtained from your consent will not be shared with third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.
Contact:
This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Please apply with us today!
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