Information Technology Specialist

Job Title: Information Technology Specialist
Clearance Required: Public Trust , Tier 2
Work Location: Asheville, NC; Silver Spring, MD; Stennis, MS; Boulder, CO; Remote

Alpha Omega is actively looking to fill a position with the NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) Data Stewardship Division (DSD). This division works in partnership with NOAA and the broader community to develop and maintain a robust and efficient infrastructure of hardware, software, and processes to support the ingest, long-term preservation, and delivery of environmental data products spanning the depths of the ocean to the surface of the sun.

We are seeking a skilled Information Technology Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of internet technologies and web systems, along with hands-on experience in various operating systems, including Linux. This role involves operational support for several applications, cloud migration, and data management tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cloud Migration: Docker-ize applications in preparation for cloud migration, ensuring seamless transition and deployment.

• Operational Support: Provide daily troubleshooting and resolution of issues related to Esri Geoportal Server, THREDDS, ERDDAP, and Hyrax applications. This includes configuring new datasets and performing software upgrades to meet system or security requirements.

• Version Control Management: Utilize GitLab for managing software and configuration version control, ensuring all changes are tracked and documented. Automate build/test/deploy processes using CI/CD pipelines and tools.

• Data Flow Management: Author and configure Apache NiFi flows to facilitate data movement and process orders for on-premises object storage or NFS storage, supporting the NOAA Open Data Dissemination (NODD).

• Code Development: Write and maintain code for data management and access, including fixing or migrating broken legacy code.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

BS/BA Degree, or equivalent, in a related field. A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a related scientific field is preferred.

Experience/Skills:

• 2-4 years of experience in a related field.

• Solid understanding of the internet and web technologies.

• Proficient in Windows or Mac, with substantial experience in Linux systems and command line interfaces.

• Familiarity with Unix shell scripting (Bash, Bourne, C, etc.).

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

• The ability to think independently and to jump into unfamiliar code.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cloud computing experience is a plus.

• Experience with Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products such as Esri Geoportal Server, THREDDS, ERDDAP, and Hyrax.

• Knowledge of object storage and/or Apache NiFi is a plus.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C, or Perl is an additional benefit.

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) for automating build, test, and deployment processes.

Certifications:

• Industry recognized certification in cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is preferred.

Salary and Benefit Information:

The likely salary range for this position is $50,250 - $62,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position and could fall outside of this range.

Application Deadline: September 12, 2025

Joining the Alpha Omega team entitles you to participate in all retirement benefits, plans of deferred compensation, health and insurance benefits, and other such benefits as set forth in the company's policy and benefits manuals. See below, to name a few:

• PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave
• Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, five of which are floating holidays (as designated by the company's holiday schedule each year)
• Health and Dental Insurance (including 100% employer paid premiums for employee coverage under the HDHP health plan)
• Life Insurance, STD/LTD term disability coverage, with employer paid premiums
• 401 (k) plan with a match that is 100% vested after you complete two years of service
• FSA/DFSA/HSA flexible benefit plans
• Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement benefit

We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Culture and Values:

Guided by our core values-Harmony, Engagement, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Tenacity (HEART)- we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning and are committed to delivering high-impact solutions. We recognize and reward hard work.

Through our H.E.A.R.T. Awards Program, colleagues and managers can recognize each other for actions that exemplify these values. Recognized employees receive a detailed nomination highlighting their contributions, which is shared with their manager. Each quarter, select nominees have the opportunity to receive a monetary bonus as an extra thank-you for their impact.

Our Company:

Alpha Omega is an award-winning Federal IT solutions provider dedicated to delivering mission-enabling technology and strategic solutions across the National Security, Federal Financial, Healthcare, and Space & Science domains. Since our founding in 2016, we have grown to over 800 employees nationwide with $230m in revenue. With the January 2025 acquisitions of SeKON and Macro Solutions, we have expanded our capabilities to further support our customers in digital modernization, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.

We are committed to supporting our agency partners as they transform their operations, delivering on our purpose to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of future generations:

• National Security - Supporting agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of State.
• Federal Financial - We bring deep expertise in enterprise financial systems, supporting agencies like the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).
• Healthcare - Our Health IT capabilities, enhance health outcomes for the warfighter via the Defense Health Agency (DHA) and support public health initiatives at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
• Space & Science - We leverage technology to advance agricultural sustainability, secure our nation's food supply, and prepare for natural disasters, working with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Through strategic partnerships, intellectual property, and relentless drive for innovation, Alpha Omega is shaping the future of government technology. We are proud to be a Virginia Best Places to Work 8 times, an Inc. 5000 honoree 7 times, and a Washington Post Top Workplaces 4 times. Join us in driving transformation that secures the nation's future.

Alpha Omega Integration, LLC (Alpha Omega) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.