DataDog Administrator (Linux Platform)

DataDog Administrator (Linux Platform)

Location Washington, DC

Duration: 12 Months

Technical Requirements:

DataDog Administration on Linux Platform:

• Experience managing, configuring, and maintaining DataDog for infrastructure and application monitoring (Linux, Windows, and AIX).
• Proficient in Java application instrumentation using DataDog on Tomcat Application Server.
• Setup and fine-tune monitoring, health rules, and create dashboards in DataDog.

Infrastructure & Network Monitoring:

• Configuration and administration of infrastructure, server, and network monitoring (e.g., SNMP, F5 Load Balancers).
• Experience with centralized logging for WebSphere, Tomcat, and IHS WebServers.
• Knowledge of load balancers (e.g., F5), switches, routers, Palo Alto Network utilization, and network mapping tools (e.g., WebSeal, Gigamon).

ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana):

• Hands-on experience with ELK Stack for search, data analytics, and visualization.
• Setup log management and ingest pipelines using Logstash and build dashboards with Kibana.

Linux Administration & SSL Setup:

• Strong Linux (Red Hat) background.
• Experience with SSL setup, CA certificate installation, and encryption methods on Linux servers.

Scripting & Automation:

• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Shell, Ansible).
• Automation of infrastructure tasks using scripts and playbooks.

Additional Monitoring Tools:

• Experience with monitoring tools like Big Panda, CloudBeat (Synthetic Monitoring).
• Set up End User Monitoring, Real User Monitoring with DataDog for Java applications using JavaScript injection.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Tool Management:

• Install, manage, and maintain DataDog tools on the Linux platform, including configuring alerts, dashboards, and ad-hoc reports.
• Administer the DataDog APM tool and integrate with other business tools.

Application & Infrastructure Monitoring:

• Configure centralized logging and network monitoring for servers and applications.
• Collaborate with systems and application architecture teams to ensure proper monitoring for new applications before production release.

Synthetic Monitoring:

• Create Selenium scripts for business transaction monitoring using CloudBeat Synthetic Monitoring.

Troubleshooting & Support:

• Provide support for production issues, including gathering data from multiple platforms, analyzing performance issues, and offering solutions.
• Document processes, procedures, and best practices for tool usage, integration, and maintenance.

Collaboration:

• Work with different teams to coordinate monitoring tools early in the development process.
• Support ongoing training for teams on the tools and their processes.

Competencies:

Technical Skills:

• Strong IT background in distributed environments (Microsoft, Linux/Unix, VMWare, SQL Server, TCP/IP, VPNs, LAN/WAN, Mainframe).
• Strong understanding of service level management (SLAs, SLRs).

Organizational & Analytical Skills:

• Ability to prioritize tasks under tight deadlines.
• Effective problem-solving and analysis skills.

Self-Motivation & Learning:

• Ability to adapt to change, continuous learning, and intellectual curiosity.

Teamwork & Communication:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively under the supervision of a Project Manager.

Required Experience:

• 8+ years of IT experience across various platforms in a distributed environment.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with monitoring tools (e.g., DataDog, ELK Stack).
• Experience with scripting (Python, Shell, and Selenium).
• Experience in SSL setup, encryption methods, and Java application troubleshooting.
• Experience in creating documentation, processes, and procedures for tool usage and integration.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies (SAFe) and SDLC (waterfall & agile).

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

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