Cloud Engineer / Windows Server Admin

  • Richmond, VA
  • Posted 1 hour ago | Updated 1 hour ago

Overview

Remote
On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)
10% Travel
Unable to Provide Sponsorship

Skills

API
Amazon DynamoDB
Amazon Lambda
Amazon Web Services
Analytical Skill
Cloud Computing
Cloud Security
Collaboration
Communication
Computer Networking
Conflict Resolution
Continuous Delivery
Continuous Integration
Continuous Integration and Development
Customer Experience
Data Storage
Database
DevOps
FOCUS
Git
IaaS
Innovation
Management
Microsoft Operating Systems
Microsoft Servers
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows Server
Network Administration
NoSQL
Node.js
Problem Solving
Process Improvement
Provisioning
Python
React.js
Regulatory Compliance
Research and Development
Scripting
SaaS
Servers
Software Asset Management
Software Development
Software Engineering
System Administration
Technical Support
Terraform
Testing
TypeScript
Version Control
Web Applications

Job Details

ABOUT THE ROLE:
Design, implement, and maintain scalable technology assets leveraging AWS cloud technologies. Provide end user support, system administration and problem resolution in our mixed Windows Server environment (Server 2016, Server 2019, Server 2022).

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) Developmental Services' Office of Information Services and Technology (IS&T) is seeking Cloud Engineer with intermediate expertise in solution development within a modern cloud-based ecosystem. The successful candidate will design, implement, and maintain scalable technology assets leveraging AWS cloud technologies using our approved tool stack. Provide end user support, system administration and problem resolution in our mixed Windows Server environment (Server 2016, Server 2019, Server 2022).

The role involves hands-on solution engineering specifically on the AWS cloud platform, designing APIs, automating cloud infrastructure provisioning, implementing security best practices, and applying DevOps methodologies to streamline development and deployment processes. 

Additional responsibilities include:
Implementing and maintaining full-stack cloud-native solutions on AWS cloud platform.
Building responsive and user-friendly front-end applications using React, Node.js, and TypeScript.
Leverage native cloud services to design, develop, and maintain cloud-based solutions.
Develop and maintain APIs tailored for cloud environments leveraging AWS API Gateway.
Implement cloud networking concepts, including VPCs, subnets, and security groups.
Adopt cloud security best practices, including IAM.
Implement serverless computing and event-driven architecture using AWS Lambda and AWS DynamoDB for flexible data storage.
Automate cloud infrastructure management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CloudFormation, AWS SAM, and Terraform.
Script and automate tasks using Python.
Set up monitoring, logging, and alerting for cloud infrastructure using AWS CloudWatch and CloudTrail.
Optimize deployment pipelines for Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) using AWS CodeBuild, CodeDeploy, and CodePipeline.
Collaborate with senior team members and business owners to deliver robust cloud-based solutions that improve the customer experience.
Assist in designing scalable and resilient cloud engineering solutions aligned with business needs.
Ensure comprehensive testing, security compliance, and operational stability of solutions.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
Contribute to research and development initiatives and participate in technology skill enhancement programs.
Experience in Microsoft server and network administration to include end user and vendor support in these areas. 
Proficient use of personal computers, ability to analyze data, document procedures, resolve technical issues, prepare reports, provide desktop system support for users having a broad range of technical knowledge and capability. 
Operational and administrative experience with Windows Servers and various SAAS environments.
 
Qualifications:
Intermediate proficiency specifically with the AWS Cloud Platform and familiarity with standard software engineering industry best practices.
Strong experience implementing full-stack web applications leveraging React, Node.js, TypeScript on the front-end, and implementing serverless back-end APIs leveraging AWS Lambda and NoSQL databases (eg. AWS DynamoDB).
Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Node.js).
Solid understanding of version control (e.g. Git), DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate across diverse teams and build relationships with stakeholders.
Passion for learning new technologies and staying updated on tech trends.
 

Additional Considerations:
Experience in on-prem (Windows Server), cloud and hybrid infrastructure, with a focus on delivering scalable, resilient, and secure solutions.
Industry certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect/Developer - Associate level)
Microsoft Server Engineer certifications

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