(RFP300016) Senior DevOps Analyst- Hybrid Environments / IT – Network, Infrastructure and Security Full time | Alliance Bioversity & CIAT | Colombia Posted On 02/04/2025 Job Description About the position The Networks, Infrastructure, and Security Unit is seeking a Senior DevOps Analyst. This role is responsible for designing, deploying, and supporting scalable, secure cloud and hybrid solutions tailored to research projects. The senior analyst will bridge the gap between development/research and operations teams by enhancing automation, monitoring, and deployment processes for both on-premises and cloud-based environments. Key responsibilities include evaluating new technologies, promoting serverless frameworks, and assisting with cloud migration. Additionally, it will optimize resource usage to improve performance, reduce costs, and support data management, while facilitating collaboration through seamless access to shared data and resources. The position will be based in the operations center of the Americas, located in the Campus of Palmira, Colombia, with hybrid working conditions. Responsibilities Maintain a deep understanding of the Alliance's vision and strategic plan to ensure cloud and hybrid initiatives align with organizational goals. Provide guidance to systems analysts, IT engineers, and architects to facilitate effective architectural decisions. Design, develop, and implement integrated cloud/on-premises systems that meet operational, security, and scalability requirements. Develop and maintain documentation of the organization’s cloud architecture and infrastructure, enforcing cloud technology standards for high-quality implementation. Develop and manage a comprehensive capacity plan for cloud infrastructure, ensuring optimal resource allocation and documenting investment plans to identify cost-reduction opportunities. Research emerging cloud technologies and recommend solutions that enhance infrastructure flexibility and cost-effectiveness. Monitor cloud performance, develop and execute test plans, and recommend improvements to ensure system reliability and efficiency. Work closely with development teams to troubleshoot and resolve deployment issues, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance system reliability. Provide technical support across cloud applications and services, managing complex technical tasks and troubleshooting. Collaborate with research teams to ensure cloud strategies align with developments in AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure. Implement security measures within cloud operations and collaborate with security specialists as needed. Manage relationships with cloud service providers, ensuring their offerings meet operational needs and guiding cloud cost management. Design and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins or GitLab to ensure applications are always deployable. Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Puppet, or CloudFormation for automated provisioning. Configure monitoring solutions (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios) to ensure high availability and performance. Manage incident responses and conduct root cause analysis for infrastructure issues. Support security best practices, including RBAC, encryption, and compliance policies. Train and support team members on new tools, processes, or architectural changes. Requirements Qualifications and requirements Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronic Engineering, or related fields. Certifications in Cloud Computing, Systems Architecture, AWS Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), AWS Specialty certifications, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. 3 to 5 years of experience in an international organization, research, or academic environment in DevOps, system administration, or cloud operations. Advanced proficiency in English (oral and written). Understanding of multi-tier architectures, RDBMS, NoSQL databases, message queuing systems, and ESB technologies. Knowledge of CDN, LAN/WAN networking, RESTful web services, and data formats like XML and JSON. Experience with automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef), Docker, Kubernetes, and scripting languages (Bash, Python, PowerShell). Familiarity with version control and CI/CD platforms. Experience managing server infrastructures with VMware or ProxMox. Understanding of the software development lifecycle and security mechanisms. Expertise in system performance tuning and managing large-scale distributed systems. Deep knowledge of security concepts such as encryption, access control, and authentication. Competences Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration. Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Client-focused orientation and ability to work independently. Willingness to work outside regular hours when necessary. Results-driven with a proactive learning attitude. Terms of employment This is a national recruited position at BG0 7, on a scale of 14 levels, with level 14 being the highest. It involves a one-year fixed-term contract, renewable based on performance and resources, under Colombian legislation. The organization offers a multicultural environment with competitive salaries and benefits, committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV, including three referees. Please address all correspondence to the following link: Senior DevOps Analyst-Hybrid Environments IT – Network, Infrastructure and Security, indicating the application title. Deadline: May 12, 2025. Learn more about us at: #J-18808-Ljbffr