Systems Engineer II (Cloud Systems)

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Systems Engineer II to develop, implement, and maintain systems in the cloud supporting large-scale biological data analysis for research. The Systems Engineer works independently; establishes internal priorities, work schedules and goals and uses her own initiative and sound judgment. Work is evaluated based on results achieved towards established goals and requirements, timeliness, application of sound business practice and efficient use of resources.

This position will be in support of the Murtha Cancer Center Research Program and the Uniformed Services University School of Medicine.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Performs IT infrastructure architecting, deployment, and maintenance for public cloud technologies using an infrastructure-as-code approach.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to understand needs and translate them into system requirements; formulates new solutions or enhancements to existing systems employing public cloud technologies.
• Acts as a lead technical resource for project requirements gathering with independent analysis and formulation of solutions.
• Independently designs, develops, tests, deploys, and maintains systems using software development lifecycle best practices to ensure high quality solutions.
• Documents software design, development, and deployment processes.

Education and Experience

• Highschool Diploma or GED required. Vocational or technical degree/Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6-8 years experience required.

OR

• Experience can be substituted for the education above: 10 or more years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience in cloud computing concepts and tools for public cloud platforms, preferably with experience using an infrastructure-as-code approach such as Terraform for Google Cloud Platform, AWS, or Azure.
• Proficient in working with Linux/Unix operating systems, and experience with containerization technologies like Docker.
• Proficient in DevOps tools, including but not limited to version control with Git, remote repository solutions such as GitHub or BitBucket, and automated build tools such as GitHub Actions or Jenkins.
• Experience with or willingness to learn Python or R for data analysis applications.
• U.S. Citizenship required: Ability to obtain and maintain a T3 Secret Clearance.

Licenses and Certifications

• Vendor training/certification preferred (e.g. Google Cloud Professional certifications, AWS Professional certifications, etc.) but not required.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $73,800-$120,000. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.