AWS Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
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We are seekinganAWSCloudOperation and supportEngineerwithexpertisein multiple cloud platforms.A successfulindividual willbe responsible fordeveloping in a scalable cloud-native solutions, and ensuring best practices across architecture, development, deployment, and securityfrom design, test, integration,production,sustainmentand maintenance.This is a hands-on technical role that requires rolling up your sleeves to architect, code, debug, and mentor.
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Performcloud operations and engineering tasks toenhance, sustain, andmaintainscalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutionsforAWScloudenvironment
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PerformAWScloud operations, sustainment, and maintenance activities tomaintainoptimumcloud
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Adoptand utilizeDevSecOpspractices, infrastructure as code, and automation frameworks
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Through developmentand sustainmentactivities,optimizeapplication performance and reliability in cloud environments
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Design, implement and sustainsecure cloud architecturesand networksimplementing zero-trust principles and defense-in-depth strategies
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Maintaincompliance with industry standards (SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, etc.) and regulatory requirements
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Architect, implement andmaintaincloud networking security controls including STIG requirements
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Implement identity and access management solutions and security monitoring frameworks
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Support development ofmigration methodologies and ensure minimal organizational disruption during transitions
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UtilizeCI/CD workflows and infrastructure-as-code development usingJenkins, Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes, Jira, Confluence, Artifactory, and Guacamole to supportDevSecOpspractices.
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Containerize applications to enhance scalability and deployment efficiency.
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Support thedesign anddevelopment of Shared Services.
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Configure and troubleshoot cloud, virtual, and physical hardware and software systems.
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Establish andmaintainSQL and NoSQL databases, ensuring their performance and reliability.
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Support preparation ofdetailed technical documentationofdevelopment and operational processes.
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Workincross-functional teams including development, operations, security, and product management, * CertificationExamples -AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional),Azure Solutions Architect (Expert),MCSE (Server), Certified AWSSysAdmin, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Developer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Dev/Associate), AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, AWS Certified Security, Azure Developer Associate, Azure Solutions Architec
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Requirements
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Bachelors and4+ years or more of experience; Masters and2+ yearsor more of experience.Additionalexperience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
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Secret clearancerequired
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US citizenshiprequired
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Certifications: CompTIA Security+ or equivalent (IAT-2)
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Practicedverbal and written communications skills
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Ability toparticipatein team efforts toaccomplishassigned tasks
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Demonstrated experience in cloud operations and sustainment and performing tasks and actions described in the primary responsibilities section
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with USAF Cloud One or Platform 1
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Knowledge ofZero Trust Architecture. Experience a plus.
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Capable ofworking inhigh poweredteams andmaintainingpositiveinterpersonalrelationships while deliveringproducts and services to the customer
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Understanding Active Directory,AWSAD, SAML and the standards, procedures, and processes
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Experience with Ansible, AWS console, Elastic, AWS, Jira, Confluence, Git, Bitbucket and various cloud Software as aService (SaaS) offeringsto conduct DEV/SEC/OPS pipeline development activities
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Administration experience with cloud-based applications (MS O365, SharePoint,AWSAD, AWS)
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Experience administering Windows Server, and related services
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Cloud certifications in AWS, Azure, Google, or Oracle clouds
Benefits & conditions
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.