We are seeking a DevOps Technician with expertise in AWS to join our team. This is a hybrid position that is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a large and highly distributed computing environment and should possess specialized skills in AWS technologies. This role requires a creative thinker with strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills, capable of operating in a high-security environment where IT security is paramount. The candidate will work closely with other professionals and contribute to the effective deployment and management of systems.
Company Overview
We provide solutions that make a meaningful difference in healthcare. Founded in 1995, MIE serves as the innovation engine for business units that serve hospitals and health systems, physician practices, Fortune 500 employers, government agencies, and consumers. MIE’s web-based health information technology platform is helping physicians, nurses, and administrators make a meaningful difference in healthcare delivery across the globe.
Key Responsibilities
System Management and Automation:
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Prioritize and patch vulnerabilities in a large and diverse computing environment.
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Develop and deploy Ansible playbooks for system automation using GitHub Enterprise.
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Contribute to R&D initiatives, driving innovative solutions.
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Conduct systems analysis to improve operations, recommending changes in technologies and procedures.
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Recommend purchases of hardware, software, and infrastructure for data center operations.
AWS-Specific Responsibilities:
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Manage and optimize AWS resources and infrastructure.
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Utilize AWS services (such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.) for system automation and scalability.
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Implement and maintain AWS security best practices, including IAM policies, encryption, and VPC configurations.
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Monitor AWS environments for performance, cost-efficiency, and security compliance.
Documentation and Training:
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Maintain and create thorough and accurate documentation of systems and procedures.
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Assist with the training and development of team members to enhance their AWS skill sets.
Technology Updates and Security:
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Stay updated on state-of-the-art technologies by continuous learning and research, especially in AWS.
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Protect operations by ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive information.
Required Qualifications
Experience:
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Minimum of 2 years of technical experience in design, system installations, administration, and/or support of critical business systems.
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Proven experience with AWS, including deployment and management of resources in a cloud environment.
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Hands-on experience with CentOS, Debian, RHEL, Ansible, Vagrant, Proxmox, PXE boot, Kickstart, and GitHub.
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Strong Linux administration background and knowledge of data center, networking, and storage solutions.
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Experience with patch management, vulnerability management, and IT lifecycle management.
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Knowledge of network routing and switching, load balancers, firewalls, and various networking systems.
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to work well in a close-knit team.
Skills:
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Proficiency in a wide variety of open-source technologies.
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Advanced troubleshooting skills to drive to root cause.
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Deep understanding of AWS best practices, including infrastructure as code (IaC) with tools such as AWS CloudFormation or Terraform.
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Knowledge of IT operations in an always-up, always-available service.
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Exposure to infrastructure and application security technologies and approaches.
Why Join Us?
At MIE and Enterprise Health, we offer more than just a job. We provide an environment where innovative thinking is encouraged, teamwork is valued, and growth is fostered. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Medical Informatics Engineering and Enterprise Health are equal-opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.