Google Cloud Operations Engineer

Description

Founded in 1989, CALNET, Inc. has become one of the fastest growing privately held companies in the Technology, Intelligence Analysis, and Language Services consulting arena. Headquartered in Reston, VA, CALNET employees deliver true value to our customers by employing best practices, and world-class technologies industry expertise in every project. CALNET is ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and CMMI-Level III certified

We are currently searching for a talented, professional Google Cloud Operations Engineer in Germantown, MD. We are looking for an employee or consultant with Google Cloud Operations experience who is a U.S Citizen or a Permanent Resident of the United States.

About the Job

You will be providing IT Infrastructure Support Services as a Google Cloud Operations Engineer to meet current and emerging operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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).
• 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.
• 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
• 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.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Skills:
• 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.)
• Familiarity with IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Proficiency in network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.).
• Familiarity with network security practices and tools.
• Analytical Skills:
• Strong problem-solving abilities to diagnose and resolve network issues.
• Ability to analyze network performance metrics and make necessary adjustments.
• Communication Skills/ Soft Skills:
• 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.
• Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in software development, IT operations, or a related role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications related to cloud platforms (e.g., Google Cybersecurity Professional)
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Familiarity with security practices and tools

U.S Citizenship or Permanent Resident of the United States is required for this position. This opportunity is in Germantown, MD. CALNET, Inc. offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. This package includes medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurances, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, and generous leave time.

CALNET, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/M/F/D/V