The Senior Cloud Engineer is accountable for delivery of Unix/Linux services supporting RETS and the LexisNexis application portfolio. The candidate will provide analytical, technical, and administrative support for on-premise, cloud and hybrid cloud infrastructure services and related software tools.
Accountabilities:
* Works closely with infrastructure and development teams to define, configure and manage Unix/Linux services.
* Provides innovative designs and develops current infrastructures into IaaS and PaaS systems within and beyond current data centers.
* Provides for the effective provisioning of Unix/Linux services.
* Responsible for scheduling and implementing Unix/Linux changes in compliance with Change Management policies.
* Responsible for Problem Management of complex and recurring Unix/Linux incidents.
* Responsible for installation, maintenance, security, performance and tuning of Unix/Linux systems and related software.
* Ensures close technical interchanges on Unix/Linux related issues with system administrators, hardware and storage engineers, project managers, and operations personnel as necessary.
* Recommends and aids in the definition of Unix/Linux strategies, policies, standards, and procedures which are consistent with the Company mission.
* Participates on new product development/enhancement teams.
* Actively participates and often leads team meetings and activities.
* Provides estimates on human resource expenditures and capacity (disk, cpu, and memory) needed to support new projects or enhancements to existing applications/products.
* Responsible for research, risk assessment, design and validation of emerging and/or improved infrastructure technologies and services related to Unix/Linux management.
* Follow security guidelines for the proper delegation of accounts and privileges.
* Provides consulting services to internal personnel, contractors, and vendors for database services.
* Responsible for Level 3 on-call support.
* A Bachelor's degree (Information Systems, Computer Science) or equivalent experience.
* Minimum 5 years experience with supporting Unix/Linux server operating systems including Red Hat 5x - 6x and Solaris in a large, corporate environment.
* Minimum 2 years experience with supporting server images hosted by a cloud provider, in particular Amazon Web Services (AWS).
* Knowledge and understanding of web server concepts and technologies required.
* Solid grasp of network concepts, configuration, routing.
* Understanding of SAN and NAS technologies.
* Familiar with DB server configurations including Oracle RAC and Marklogic on RHEL Cluster with GFS.
* Experience with the management of virtual machines hosted on VMware ESX.
* Experience with vendor-specific hardware remote console access mechanisms, including Dell, HP, Oracle.
* Understanding of Oracle M and T series systems along with Solaris virtualization (LDOMS, Zones).
* Understanding of HPSA configuration management.
* Experience with Unix/Linux performance monitoring and tuning.
* Advanced Unix/Linux troubleshooting and analysis.
* Solid interpersonal, communication and follow up skills (verbal and written) required.
* Ability to define, analyze and resolve issues both effectively and efficiently in a high-pressure production environment.
Key Technologies:
* Red Hat
* Solaris
* CentOS
* Virtualization
* High-Availablility
* Backup and Recovery
* Amazon Web Services (AWS)
* Networking and Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)
* Infrastructure as Code
* Scripting (shell, Java, Python, Perl, Ruby, Puppet, Jenkins)
*Competitive salary plus comprehensive benefits package to include:*
· Medical/Dental/Vision
· Quarterly 401K Match
· Paid Time Off
· Paid Holidays
· Two Paid Volunteer Days
· Employee Stock Purchase Plan
· Employee Assistance Program
· Health Spending, Flexible Spending & Commuter Spending Accounts
This position is part of Reed Elsevier Technology Services (RETS), which provides IT infrastructure, services and support for Reed Elsevier business divisions worldwide. RETS is responsible for global data center operations for the company's applications, product platforms and business systems; end-user computing; enterprise services; a global service desk; IT security and governance and end-to-end IT management. RETS is leading strategic technology initiatives including a new global-wide area network, unified employee communications and migration of products to the cloud.
RETS, a division of Reed Elsevier, is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran needs a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, that individual should please contact HR-Careers@lexisnexis.com .
**Organization:** **Reed Elsevier Corporate*
**Title:** *Senior Cloud Engineer*
**Location:** *NA-OH-Dayton*
**Requisition ID:** *REE004CD*