AWS System engineer/Analyst - Hybrid(Austin, TX)
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Client: State of Texas(HHSC)
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Systems Analyst 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).
Understands business objectives and problems, identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and cost/benefit analysis of alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing computer system: Confers with personnel of organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input, how data is to be; summarized, and formats for reports. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer program. Reviews computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested program or program change is possible within existing system.
We prefer candidates that have a current LinkedIn profile.
We are looking for candidates who have hands on experience and display good knowledge of the subject matter. Interviews for selected candidates will be technical and detailed, drilling into specific details.
Candidate will be responsible for the operations of SHARP secure cloud infrastructure, platforms, and software. Help develop patterns for automated provisioning, management, scalability and security. Ensure that all cloud solutions follow internally defined security and compliance standards and controls. Respond to and resolve application, and security cloud issues. Responsible for the overall vigor of the platform including production issues, troubleshooting, monitoring system capacity using various software, working with other technical teams and stakeholder.
Job responsibilities include:
Monitor and maintain multiple environments for increase observability
Develop tools to continuously improve maintainability, monitoring, security and scalability of cloud deployments.
Operations support and enhancement of the SHARP platform
II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements: | ||
Years | Required/Preferred | Experience |
10 | Required | Experience in establishing proactive controls to monitor the health of various AWS services to improve reliability of tools/applications. |
10 | Required | Experience in supporting, maintaining, monitoring, and securing various AWS IaaS and PaaS services. |
8 | Required | Experience in improving the security of various services based on zero trust model. |
8 | Required | Demonstrated experience with Linux administration and troubleshooting network issues. |
4 | Preferred | Strong Programming skills |
2 | Preferred | Splunk experience strongly preferred |
2 | Preferred | Experience or Knowledge of Dev/Ops concepts |
1 | Preferred | AWS SysOps Administrator Certification. |
1 | Preferred | Effectively manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize conflicting assignments, and switch quickly between assignments, as required. |
1 | Preferred | Excellent oral and written communication skills. |
III. TERMS OF SERVICE
Services are expected to start 11/18/2024 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1640 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION
Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.
The primary work location(s) will be at 701 W 51st Austin, TX 78751. The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.
The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
