Location: Remote
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Ask Sage:
Founded by Nic Chaillan, former Chief Software Officer of the Air Force and Space Force, Ask Sage is the leading Generative AI platform that augments the velocity of government and commercial teams with dozens of use cases from coding to cybersecurity to acquisition to data analysis and much more. Our FedRAMP High and DoD IL5 accredited cutting-edge technology enables teams to focus on strategic initiatives while we take care of the heavy lifting. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Infrastructure and Security Engineer.
Position Overview:
This critical role involves privileged access to our cloud instances and systems, including our FedRAMP high and Department of Defense environments. The Cloud Operations Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our cloud infrastructure. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a strong commitment to maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud technologies, particularly Azure, and will be adept at implementing best practices for security and compliance. Additionally, this role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and optimize cloud solutions that meet the evolving needs of our organization. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in driving innovation and efficiency within our cloud operations, contributing to the overall success of Ask Sage.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and monitor all installed systems and infrastructure for the organization, including Azure Government enclaves and Kubernetes clusters.
- Deploy, configure, test, secure, and maintain operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
- Proactively ensure the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability.
- Maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies.
- Write and maintain custom scripts to increase system efficiency and lower the human intervention time on any tasks.
- Participate in the design of information and operational support systems.
- Provide 2nd and 3rd level support.
- Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution.
- Maintain our environment to comply with FedRAMP high requirements and provide monthly reporting.
- Secure and maintain the stack to fix any cybersecurity vulnerability, CVE, etc.
- Ensure our SLAs are met, and the platform is up and stable.
- Build all automation to achieve these tasks with ease and visibility, automated alerting, etc.
- Uphold and enforce Ask Sage's compliance, privacy and security policies, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
- Regularly review system security measures and recommend enhancements.
- Conduct regular audits to ensure security practices are compliant with internal and external standards.
- Collaborate with the team to communicate privacy concerns and data protection strategies.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Cloud Infrastructure and Security Engineer, specifically with Azure. Additional experience with GCP and AWS is preferred.
- Deep understanding of Kubernetes and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
- Possession of relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Security+.
- Ability to pass a thorough background check.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Department of Defense security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Screening Criteria:
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Background Check: A thorough background check will be conducted, including verification of employment history, education credentials, and any criminal records. Any involvement in activities that may pose a risk to national security will also be checked.
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Security Clearance: The candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
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Fingerprinting: A fingerprinting process will be implemented for accurate identification and to assist in conducting background checks.
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Certification: The candidate must possess a CISSP or Security+ certification.
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U.S. Citizenship: The candidate must be a U.S. citizen.
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Reference Checks: Thorough reference checks will be conducted to gather insights into the candidate's professional conduct, reliability, and trustworthiness.
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Personal Interviews: In-depth interviews will be conducted to assess the candidate's knowledge, skills, and experience related to the role.
Why Join Ask Sage:
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technology that is transforming the industry.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment that values creativity and initiative.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including 100% coverage for health plans, 401K, flexible PTO, and stock options.
- Chance to make a significant impact on the company's growth.
To apply for this position, send your resume and cover letter to
jobs@asksage.ai
