Data Replication Specialist

Position Overview

The Data Replication Specialist is responsible for developing and managing enterprise-level backup and data replication solutions for the AECC project. Utilizing tools like Kasten K10, Velero, or Cohesity, this specialist ensures mission-critical data is replicated to remote sites and maintains high availability for containerized Army applications.

Quick Facts

• Location: Radford, VA (Hybrid telework/onsite as needed)
• Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret
• Citizenship: US Citizenship Required
• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in an IT-related field
• Experience: Senior-level experience with enterprise backup and replication in Kubernetes environments
• Work Schedule: Full-time

Mandatory Certifications

• Baseline: Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II
• Computing Environment: Must obtain a vendor certification (e.g., enterprise backup or recovery) within 6 months of hire

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Development: Build and maintain an enterprise backup solution utilizing Kubernetes-native tools across all AECC sites.
• Automation: Automate backup, replication, and recovery processes for containerized applications and virtual machines.
• Disaster Recovery: Monitor replication tasks and lead troubleshooting efforts for backup failures or data synchronization issues.
• Integration: Configure backup tools to integrate seamlessly with Kubernetes storage classes and CSI drivers.

Required Technical Skills

• Replication Expertise: Expertise in multi-site Kubernetes data replication and recovery processes.
• Infrastructure as Code: Proficiency with Terraform, Ansible, and Vault for automated deployments.
• Scripting: Skill in Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automating routine backup tasks.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• DoD Hardening: Working knowledge of DoD STIGs and industry-best hardening processes.
• Cloud Orchestration: Experience with Red Hat OpenShift and advanced container orchestration.

What We Can Offer You

• Excellence: The chance to be part of a company that has a reputation for excellence in task execution.
• Time Off: Full-time associates receive 3 weeks of paid vacation each year plus 11 federal holidays.
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive Medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield), Secondary Insurance, Dental, and Vision.
• Financial Security: 401K program with Fidelity (including company match) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Insurance: Short-term and Long-term Disability at no cost, plus Voluntary Life and AD&D options.

Salary Range: $101,500-$145,000