Cloud Engineer (AWS)

Position Overview

Cloud Engineer (AWS) | Full-Time, Experienced | Department: Information Technology. We are seeking a Cloud Engineer (AWS) to support the development of all required documentation for engineering, security, and operational processes at a large federal agency. The ideal candidate possesses a strong grasp of cloud computing fundamentals (SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS) and will help drive innovative solutions within CGS.

Key Responsibilities

• Design solutions that ensure maximum flexibility and scalability while meeting all required security controls.
• Support the development of comprehensive documentation for engineering, security, and operational processes.
• Perform business and technical alternative analysis to aid customer decision-making.
• Facilitate the transition of solutions to operations, ensuring systems perform within anticipated boundaries.
• Implement cloud-based solutions utilizing advanced architectural design principles.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 4-7 years of professional IT experience supporting federal government agencies.
• 4+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and supporting highly distributed applications with strong architectural expertise.
• Hands-on experience with AWS (Required) or other cloud services.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering large-scale solutions that have advanced to production.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing fundamentals (SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS) with hands-on implementation experience.
• Familiarity with lift-and-shift migrations and cloud migration methodologies.
• Experience in Cloud computing, Networking, Storage, and Identity Management, with AWS or Cloud Architect Certification (or willingness to obtain certification).

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with AWS or other cloud services reinforced with architectural design expertise.
• A successful track record in designing and delivering large-scale, production-grade solutions.
• Experience in developing cloud-based solution designs and implementation plans tailored to customer needs.
• Familiarity with lift-and-shift migrations and associated methodologies.
• Expertise in Cloud Compute, Networking, Storage, and Identity Management, with preferred relevant certifications.

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays