Amyx is seeking to hire a Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) SME to support our AMPS Legacy contract. This is a fully remote position. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our dynamic team.
As an OCI SME, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable, and high-performing OCI environments. You will play a critical role in driving our cloud strategy, ensuring optimal performance, and enabling the delivery of innovative cloud-based solutions. This role requires a minimum of five (5) years of hands-on experience in OCI administration, architecture, and support. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical knowledge in Oracle cloud architecture and a strong ability to envision, design, and deliver cutting-edge OCI solutions for enterprise environments. You should be passionate about cloud technology, a strong problem-solver, and eager to contribute to a growing and innovative team.
OCI Platform Management: Administer, maintain, and support enterprise-grade Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) platforms across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments. This includes proactive monitoring, performance tuning, and incident resolution.
* Solution Architecture & Implementation: Architect and implement secure, scalable, and resilient OCI solutions using best practices. This includes designing hub-and-spoke architectures, implementing automated provisioning tools, and ensuring adherence to security standards.
* Automation & Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC): Lead cloud operations through the OCI Console, CLI, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and Python. Automate routine tasks and deployments to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
* Security Hardening & Compliance: Enhance cloud security via SSH hardening, DMZs, NAT gateways, firewalls, Identity and Access Management (IAM), and other modern security methods. Maintain compliance with industry cybersecurity standards and government STIGs/policies (e.g., NIST, CIS).
* Tenancy & Service Configuration: Configure and support tenancy services, including virtual cloud networks (VCNs), compute instances, storage solutions, and databases.
* Performance Monitoring & Optimization: Implement and manage performance monitoring tools to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks. Optimize OCI resources for cost efficiency and performance.
* Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Document cloud configurations, operational procedures, and best practices for internal knowledge base and reusability. Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all OCI environments.
* Collaboration & Communication: Collaborate with stakeholders (developers, security, networking, and business units) to assess requirements, develop solutions, and drive operational excellence in cloud environments. Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex OCI issues, working with Oracle support and internal teams to identify and resolve root causes.
* Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest OCI features and best practices. Proactively identify opportunities to improve the efficiency, security, and scalability of our cloud environments.
* Technical Product Management: Contribute to the strategic planning and roadmap for OCI services, aligning with business objectives and customer needs.
Core OCI Services (Grouped):
- OCI Compute Services (Instances, Bare Metal, Functions)
- OCI Networking Services (VCNs, Load Balancers, Gateways)
- OCI Storage Services (Object, Block, File)
- OCI Database Services (Autonomous, DB System, MySQL)
- OCI Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- OCI Monitoring and Logging
* Automation & Infrastructure as Code:
- Terraform (Primary IaC Tool)
- Ansible (Automation)
- Python (Scripting)
- OCI CLI
* Containerization:
- Docker
- Kubernetes (Specifically, OCI Container Engine for Kubernetes - OKE)
Security:
- OCI Web Application Firewall (WAF)
- OCI Vault (Key Management)
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) administration, support, and solution delivery.
* Deep understanding of OCI core services, including Compute, Networking, Storage, Database, and Identity and Access Management (IAM).
* Proven experience in architecting and implementing secure and scalable OCI solutions.
* Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation. (Specify which are preferred)
* Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, etc.) for automation and system administration.
* Solid understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing, and firewalls.
* Experience with security hardening and compliance frameworks (e.g., CIS, NIST).
* Experience with monitoring tools and techniques (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, OCI Monitoring).
* Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
OCI Certifications:
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Certified Cloud Operations Associate
- Oracle Cloud Architect Professional
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure HPC and Big Data Solutions Certified Associate
- Oracle Autonomous Database Cloud Certified Specialist
* Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
* Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
* Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.
* Core Competencies:
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI): Expert-level knowledge and hands-on experience with the OCI platform and its various services.
- Cybersecurity & Regulatory Compliance: Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2) related to cloud environments.
- Cloud Security Architecture: Proven ability to design and implement secure cloud architectures that protect sensitive data and applications.
- Containerization (Kubernetes, Docker): Experience with containerization technologies and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes and Docker.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Proficiency in using IaC tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation to automate infrastructure provisioning and management.
- Technical Product Management: Understanding of product management principles and ability to contribute to the development and enhancement of OCI services.
- CRM & Client Engagement: Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage with clients and build strong relationships.
Benefits include:
Please contact talent@amyx.com with any questions!
Amyx is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amyx is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
Physical Demands
Employee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
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