Network Management Systems (NMS) Operations Tier 3
CACI International IncAbout the role
The Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Network Management Systems (NMS) Engineer to oversee the operations of the production NMS tools suite. The ideal candidate will have advanced knowledge of network management systems and be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing our production Linux based NMS infrastructure.
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 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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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
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