Company Description
Our client is a trusted provider of mission-critical systems and advanced analytics that transform how their customers harness, process, and operationalize data. Working hand-in-hand with many of the most talented professionals in public service, they design and sustain solutions that meet the stringent demands of diverse national security missions.
Employees join knowing they will be doing work that truly matters—innovating at the cutting edge of technology, driving capability for the intelligence community, and directly contributing to the nation’s security. They are recognized, rewarded, and given abundant opportunities to grow and thrive. Your career is a priority, and your future is a shared mission.
Position Overview
We are seeking multiple Cloud Engineers to join our clients’ dynamic team. In this role, you will design, implement, and manage secure, scalable cloud infrastructure leveraging AWS, Python, Flask, Terraform, and the AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK). You will automate deployment pipelines, manage infrastructure as code, and support mission-critical services for defense and intelligence clients. Proficiency with Git, Jenkins, and Bash or Shell scripting, as well as hands-on experience in cloud environments such as AWS and Azure, is required. This hands-on role is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about cloud-native architectures, automation, and security in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Must possess a TS/SCI federal security clearance. ship is required
Required Skills & Responsibilities
- Design and deploy cloud solutions using AWS
- Collaborate with senior engineers to develop and implement infrastructure-as-code
- Support the management and monitoring of cloud resources
- Participate in troubleshooting and resolving cloud-related issues
- Contribute to documentation of cloud architectures and best practices
- Stay informed about emerging cloud technologies and trends
- Assist in ensuring compliance with security and operational standards
Desired Skills
- Hands-on experience with AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, and VPC, with a solid understanding of cloud architecture, networking, and security fundamentals
- Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines to support automated deployments and configuration management
- Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills, with the ability to troubleshoot cloud environments, document best practices, and work effectively in cross-functional engineering teams
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or a related field
- Proficiency in Python and Bash/Shell scripting
- Experience with Flask for backend development
- Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform and AWS CDK
- Strong understanding of core AWS services including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, CloudTrail, Lambda, and CloudWatch
- Familiarity with Azure cloud services (IAM, Networking, Security Groups)
- Experience working in Linux environments and using Linux commands
- Proficiency with Git version control
- Exposure to containerization technologies like Docker
- Understanding of networking concepts (e.g., subnets, routing, security groups)
- Experience managing CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation (preferably using Jenkins)
- Knowledge of web servers such as Apache HTTPD and Nginx is a plus
- Experience with ElasticSearch, PostgreSQL, and AWS RDS integration is desirable
- Familiarity with REST API integration and front-end technologies such as React/JavaScript is a plus
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Compensation & Benefits
Our client offers a comprehensive compensation package includes but is not limited to: competitive salary (targeted at $170,000-$190,000/yr.); annual merit-based salary increase and discretionary bonus program; 401(k) plan with a company contribution; 11 paid federal holidays; 160 hours of paid time off; medical, dental, vision, life and short- & long-term disability insurance; employee assistance program; and a generous professional development allowance. Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-/long-term disability insurance
Location Requirement:
The core team is based in Springfield, VA. You must be able and willing to work on-site in Springfield 5 days per week as needed.
Please do NOT apply if you cannot meet the on-site requirement.
How to Apply
Please respond with:
- Your résumé
- Your compensation requirements
- A brief explanation of why you believe you are a strong fit for this position
- Please confirm your level of Clearance, as well as your willingness to be on-site 5 days/week
No agencies, please.
About AAJ Interactive Technologies
Founded in 1997 by experienced technology executives, AAJ Interactive Technologies provides project-based consulting, staff augmentation, and recruiting services to leading organizations across the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
Our team brings a unique dual perspective - we’ve been the hiring managers building teams and the consultants delivering high-impact solutions. We take the time to ensure our consultants and candidates are placed in roles where they can succeed and grow.
The technology recruiting space can be crowded with firms that prioritize speed over fit. We pride ourselves on being different. We are committed to your long-term success and will work tirelessly to help you achieve it.
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