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Public Trust
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IT - Hardware
Merrifield, VA (On-Site/Office)
MBA Consulting Services, Inc. (MBA CSi) is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead a high-impact migration project for the United States Postal Service. This role focuses on transitioning a six-node OpenVMS Cluster-running Apache and Tomcat-into a modern, high-availability SUSE Linux cluster environment.
This is a systems and environment migration role, in which applications, files, and data will be migrated to Linux while converting supporting scripts to modern scripting languages. If you are experienced in large-scale system migrations and thrive on technical challenges that directly support critical national infrastructure, this opportunity is for you.
Responsibilities
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
MBA Consulting Services, Inc. (MBA) is a federal government IT systems integrator committed to delivering solutions that solve mission challenges with agility, experience, and innovation. As a mission-focused integrator, we provide a comprehensive range of information technology, engineering, professional services, and facilities management solutions. We have proven expertise in delivering custom data analytics, digital services, systems engineering, human factor engineering, and infrastructure solutions.
MBA is headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, has more than 400 employees, and is in 46 locations nationwide. With proven leadership and a 25-year heritage, our reputation has been forged by acquiring and developing the best talent in a values-driven culture of integrity, respect, and quality solutions.
"MBA CSi is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply."
EOE - Minority/ Female/ Veteran/ Disabled
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This is a systems and environment migration role, in which applications, files, and data will be migrated to Linux while converting supporting scripts to modern scripting languages. If you are experienced in large-scale system migrations and thrive on technical challenges that directly support critical national infrastructure, this opportunity is for you.
Responsibilities
- Conduct discovery and planning for the existing OpenVMS cluster environment, including configuration, storage, applications, and dependencies.
- Architect, configure, and deploy a highly available SUSE Linux cluster environment, including network, storage, and security policies.
- Develop and execute a data migration strategy to securely transfer large data sets with minimal downtime.
- Port, configure, and validate Apache and Tomcat applications in the new Linux cluster.
- Analyze and convert OpenVMS DCL scripts into compatible Linux scripting languages (Bash, Python, Perl, Ruby, etc.).
- Implement comprehensive testing and validation to ensure functionality, performance, and reliability.
- Provide post-migration administration, maintenance, and performance tuning for the SUSE Linux environment.
- Create detailed documentation and assist in training technical staff on new systems and procedures.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Science, Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of experience administering and supporting enterprise-level systems, including 3+ years with multi-node OpenVMS clusters (system management, failover, and user management).
- 5+ years of SUSE Linux system administration experience, including clustering, high-availability environments, package management, storage (SAN), and network configuration.
- 5+ years of scripting experience using Bash, Python, or similar languages (Perl, Ruby, etc.), including automation and legacy script conversion.
- 3+ years of experience deploying, configuring, and managing Apache HTTP Server and Apache Tomcat in Linux cluster environments.
- Demonstrated knowledge of OpenVMS Digital Command Language (DCL), including complex system-level scripting and file handling (RMS).
- Proven experience leading or supporting large-scale legacy system migrations (OpenVMS-to-Linux highly desirable).
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical teams.
- Must be able to work on-site in Merrifield, VA.
- Must pass a background check and be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior OpenVMS experience
- Knowledge of public/private key management.
- Proficiency in VISIO for system documentation.
- Windows Server 2022 administration experience.
MBA Consulting Services, Inc. (MBA) is a federal government IT systems integrator committed to delivering solutions that solve mission challenges with agility, experience, and innovation. As a mission-focused integrator, we provide a comprehensive range of information technology, engineering, professional services, and facilities management solutions. We have proven expertise in delivering custom data analytics, digital services, systems engineering, human factor engineering, and infrastructure solutions.
MBA is headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, has more than 400 employees, and is in 46 locations nationwide. With proven leadership and a 25-year heritage, our reputation has been forged by acquiring and developing the best talent in a values-driven culture of integrity, respect, and quality solutions.
"MBA CSi is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply."
EOE - Minority/ Female/ Veteran/ Disabled
#CJ
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