Associate Application Systems Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission-critical needs of our government clients. Through the expertise and dedication of our talented team, we provide cutting-edge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations.

At DVS, we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

DVS is seeking an Associate Application Systems Analyst (Elastic Engineer) to support a large DoD team. The work location will be Fort Huachuca, AZ, and will support cutting-edge technology in an enterprise environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Elastic Stack solutions within our infrastructure. As systems administrator, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient utilization of IT supports systems including Elastic Stack technologies to meet business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain Elastic Stack solutions including Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana.
• Develop and maintain scripts to automate deployment, monitoring, and management tasks.
• Manage and optimize data pipelines using Logstash for data ingestion and transformation.
• Work with Kafka for efficient data streaming and integration within Elastic Stack solutions.
• Administer Linux-based systems to support and maintain Elastic Stack environments.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate Oracle databases with Elastic Stack for efficient data indexing and querying.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Elastic Stack performance and scalability.
• Create documentation and provide training to internal teams related to supported systems and technologies.

Minium Qualifications

• Clearance - Secret with Top Secret Eligibility
• Sec+ required to start
• In-depth knowledge and experience with Linux systems administration.
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation and deployment tasks.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with Linux systems administration.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle databases and their integration within Elastic Stack.
• Proficiency in managing ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) stack components.
• Familiarity with Kafka for data streaming and integration purposes.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in Elastic Stack environments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Fundamental IT skills, computer operation, networking, log analysis, and linux systems administration.,

Desired Qualifications

• In depth knowledge of IT Security concepts, networking technologies, security tools like a SIEM and/or packet sniffers, scripting languages. Understanding of Database technologies such as SQL or NoSQL and Strong Linux system administration skills.

Physical and Mental Qualifications:

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities.
• Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, , sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.