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Information and Technology Services (ITS) is looking for an Research Cloud Solutions Designer Intermediate to join the Advanced Research Computing Technology Services within ITS.
The role will be responsible for designing, building, operating, and supporting secure enclaves for sensitive data research. The successful candidate will be able to create software defined solutions for data analytics, restricted data research and other cases that can benefit from enclave technology. They will also be able to integrate existing institutional Windows and Linux support resources into automated recipes for secure enclaves. This position will act as a technical resource as part of a team that will continue to design and operate our private cloud infrastructure. The successful candidate will have the ability to act on specific project initiatives and provide expertise, guidance, and strong collaboration to various team members. This role will be dynamic, to meet the changing requirements for building and supporting new and innovative systems to meet faculty needs. This position reports to the Research Computing Manager.
- Build, update, modify, and support Windows Virtual Desktops and Servers in the Yottabyte Research Cloud Service using cloud-init and other accepted Microsoft support tools
- Build, update, modify, and support Linux Virtual Desktops and Servers in the Yottabyte Research Cloud Service using Ansible
- Install and update researcher software on request for any of the supported Virtual Desktops and Servers on the service
- Design, build, update, and support a repeatable process for creating new Virtual Desktops and Servers for both Linux and Windows with data security in the forefront
- Update and support an automated, repeatable process for deploying the enclave infrastructure for new faculty enclaves in conjunction with the YBRC Service Manager
- Responsible for reviewing security scans for YBRC networks and remediating any issues listed in the scans
- Meeting with faculty to find appropriate solutions for their research problems in the secure enclave service
- Develop and maintain professional relationships both with other ARC-TS members and affiliates to advance and support computational research around the University
- Acts as a representative of ARC-TS in relevant campus groups, forums, communities, and discussions. Provide updates and advice to team on relevant initiatives, staying abreast of the latest application technology trends in scientific hardware and environments
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of two (2) years experience in a related role requiring confidentiality, timeliness, customer service, organization, prioritization, troubleshooting, analysis, problem solving, and ability to work independently
- Strong understanding of Windows Desktop and Server deployments, including VDI, Windows SCCM, Creating and Maintaining Group Policy Objects, Working with Active Directory objects in a shared environment
- Strong understanding of Linux Desktop and Server deployments, including Kickstart/Preconfig, and Ansible or other automated deployment mechanism
- Familiarity with operating environments with sensitive, and/or regulated data, including CUI, FERPA, HIPAA, and others
- Experience with networking concepts like network-based firewalls, NAT and subnetting in a virtual environment
- Two years of experience in one or more of the following scripting languages: perl, python, powershell or javascript
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in creatively improving workflows and processes, using analytic & troubleshooting skills
- Ability to manage priorities in face of multiple requests and projects
- Ability to self direct as well as participate in a larger distributed support structure
- Willingness to work in a multi-OS environment including Linux, Windows, and potentially others
- Demonstrated effective creative problem solving and flexibility when collaborating with customers, team members support teams, external vendors, and technical organizations to understand, advocate for, evaluate, and support enhancements, resulting in plans and services that leverage the capabilities of existing technology and meet customer and organizational expectations
- Demonstrated effective verbal communication skills including strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively through all levels of management and matrix organizations
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers in a manner that consistently meets the organization’s expectations for exemplary customer service