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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # 4449 Cloud Engineer - **Company:** Procession Systems - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Identity and Access Management, Zero Trust Network Access, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Okta, Software Troubleshooting, Cloudformation, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Cloud Optimization, Terraform, Devsecops - **Published:** July 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9027884/4449-cloud-engineer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field and at least 5 years of relevant AWS cloud engineering experience; or High school diploma (or equivalent) with 9 years of relevant AWS cloud engineering experience (substituting an additional 4 years of experience for the degree requirement). * Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience designing, implementing, and supporting AWS cloud environments. * Strong understanding of AWS services, networking, security, and cloud best practices. * Experience managing AWS IAM roles, policies, permissions, and security controls. * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a distributed team environment. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * AWS Certifications (such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or Professional, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, or AWS Certified Security - Specialty). * Experience supporting federal government or healthcare-related cloud environments. * Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or similar). * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices. * Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and identity federation technologies. * Experience integrating Okta with AWS and enterprise application CLEARANCE: * U.S. Citizenship with the ability to gain a clearance required ## Description We are seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Engineer to support a federal contract. In this role, you will design, implement, and support secure AWS cloud infrastructure solutions with a primary focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM) using Okta. You will collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to deliver scalable, secure, and compliant cloud environments that support critical CMS initiatives., * Design, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure in support of federal programs. * Configure and maintain AWS security services, IAM policies, roles, and permissions. * Collaborate with architects, engineers, and project stakeholders to develop secure cloud solutions. * Support infrastructure automation and configuration management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools where applicable. * Monitor cloud environments for performance, availability, and security. * Troubleshoot infrastructure, authentication, and access-related issues. * Ensure cloud environments comply with federal security standards and CMS requirements. * Document technical designs, configurations, operational procedures, and system changes. * Participate in system deployments, maintenance activities, and production support. ## Related Videos - [Infrastructure as Code: The Developer's Secret Weapon](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1221-infrastructure-as-code-the-developer-s-secret-weapon) - [30 powerful AWS hacks in just 30 minutes: Boost your developer productivity](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1624-30-powerful-aws-hacks-in-just-30-minutes-boost-your-developer-productivity) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Implementing Feature Environments with AWS and Terraform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/531-implementing-feature-environments-with-aws-and-terraform) - [Terraform for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/3-terraform-for-developers) - [DevSecOps: Security in DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/36-devsecops-security-in-devops) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)