Job#: 3011842

Job Description:

Description:

Position Summary:

The IT DevOps Engineer role focuses on supporting client, server, and system operations. Key tasks include resolving incidents and requests, conducting system analysis, managing hardware/software upgrades, and executing technology projects.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to work extensively with Azure DevOps and manage Azure cloud environments.

Location: Hybrid, Columbus, OH

Pay: $42-$52/hr

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

•Work with Azure DevOps for continuous integration and continuous deployment

•Manage Azure cloud environments, including monitoring, scaling, and troubleshooting

•Administer Linux servers and containers, including provisioning, security remediation, reverse proxy setup, firewall management, SSL, web server configuration, standard plugins, log rotation, backup, and performance optimization.

•Implement and manage container orchestration (Kubernetes and Podman/Docker).

•Deploy and maintain Linux-based services (VMs and containers).

•Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code using Git and DevOps practices.

•Assist software developers in creating stable and efficient delivery environments.

•Develop, enhance, and create tools for automating common tasks.

•Identify and resolve service issues ranging from disaster recovery to login problems.

•Install new/rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc., according to standards and project/operational requirements.

•Create and maintain installation and configuration documentation.

•Develop and maintain monitoring and procedures to ensure optimal system performance.

•Research industry trends and technological advances to propose improvements to IT Enterprise Service delivery.

•Offer advice and training to associates and business partners.

•Determine technology solutions based on customer needs and business justification.

•Act as a liaison to other teams and participate in projects as needed.

•Provide on-call support as needed for critical incident resolution.

In addition to any experience noted above, at least 5 years of IT Systems Administration experience supporting Middleware/OS technologies is required.

•3 years of progressive experience with Linux and Windows operating systems in both physical and virtualized environments.

•3+ years of scripting experience with Linux/Unix shells, Ansible, or configuration management software.

•Extensive experience with automation scripting languages (Bash, Hashi, Python, etc.).

•Familiarity with virtualization.

•Knowledge of the software development lifecycle.

•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and tight deadlines.

•Advanced knowledge of application deployment and incident resolution processes.

•Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.

•Working knowledge of supporting technologies for servers, including networking, services, and industry best practices.

•Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include overtime, weekends, holidays, and/or off-hours support.

Nice to have:

•Experience with multiple Linux distributions (CentOS, RHEL, Oracle Linux).

•Familiarity with AWS Lambda, SNS, SQS, MySQL, Dynamo, RDS

* Experience with Rubrik.

•VMWare, Linux+, RHCSA, or DevOps certifications

•Strong knowledge of cloud architecture and best practices in Azure

Basic Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required.

Experience: 5 years of relevant work experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered, but bachelor's degree is strongly preferred.

Additional Requirements:

1. Adhere to policies, procedures, standards, codes and regulations relevant to assignments.

2. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of infrastructure, environment, components, and facilities to enable more efficient and comprehensive responses to projects and problems.

3. Exhibit and apply proficiency in analysis, design, problem solving, troubleshooting, resolution, communication, and customer service skills.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.