AWS Cloud Engineer

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

UI
Network
Microsoft
Tier 1
Recruiting
Training
Partnership
Information Technology
Security Clearance
Operations Management
Open Source
Time Series
IaaS
System Integration
Amazon EC2
EBS
Amazon S3
Microsoft Azure
Writing
Python
Linux
Command-line Interface
Management
Cloud Architecture
DoD
Cloud Security
Terraform
Ansible
Collaboration
Cloud Computing
DevOps
Computer Networking
Big Data
Amazon Web Services
Filing
Communication
Military

Job Details

CCS Global Tech is a rapidly growing Information Technology company with a diverse portfolio of technology products and services and a large network of industry partnerships. With over 22 years of being a successful business with a global talent pool and presence, CCS is a certified Microsoft Gold Partner and specializes in delivering expert Microsoft based solutions for technical and business needs. We have been recognized by Inc. 500 Magazine as one of the fastest growing small companies in the Unites States.
we are a Tier 1 vendor for the City and County of San Francisco for Cloud Services, Staffing Services and Training Services. For this multi-year opportunity with a diverse set of needs to address, we are currently focusing on establishing partnerships with individuals as well as companies who can help us enhance our overall service portfolio, cut lead times, and ultimately help us deliver successfully. We currently hold sizable Government accounts in the San Francisco bay area including City and County of San Francisco, San Mateo County, and Santa Clara County.
We take great pride in our global reach and local influence. Your experience alongside our highly skilled and talented internal team who guide you along the way, offers key insights into what helps you stand out in a competitive job market.
If you are a partner company, please submit resumes with contact information of your own W2 Consultants only. Submitted consultants are expected to have excellent communication skills.

Job Title:

AWS Cloud Engineer

Functional Title:

Information Technology Developer

Contract Position State Location:

Hanover, MD, US (Primary)
Columbia, MD, US

Job Type:

Full-time

Rate:

$160K $180K

Security Clearance Required:

Active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance is required

Education / Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 9+ years of experience in Cloud Engineering, including operations, management, design, and development of cloud-based applications and capabilities
    OR

  • Master's degree in a related field and 7 years of relevant experience
    OR

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years of relevant experience

Job Description:

Quantech Services is seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Engineer to join our team in Hanover, MD. The ideal candidate is a seasoned cloud engineer with proven experience in DoD cloud technology (AWS), Python programming, and Linux systems. This role contributes to the development of custom software components and open-source integration for time series analysis using advanced Big Data and cloud technology.

This is a hybrid role with work performed both on-site in Hanover and Columbia, MD.

Job Duties:

  • Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS

  • Enhance, optimize, and increase the robustness of an existing code base using strong systems integration skills

  • Define, build, and manage virtual infrastructure in the cloud using modern tools

  • Design and implement core architecture and software capabilities from prototype to production

  • Other duties as assigned

Other Required Experience:

  • Strong knowledge of AWS services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda)

  • 3+ years of experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, etc.)

  • Experience writing in Python and working with the Linux command line

  • Experience designing, building, and managing infrastructure in accordance with DoD Secure Cloud Computing Architecture (SCCA) and DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG)

  • Experience automating cloud configuration using tools such as Terraform, AWS Config, Ansible, etc.

  • Ability to work independently and identify areas for improvement

  • Collaboration with platform architects on strategic architectural changes

  • Strong understanding of cloud networking best practices

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, with 3 4 days per week at the Fort Meade, MD customer site or Columbia, MD office

  • Flexibility is essential to accommodate schedule changes

Preferred Requirements AWS Certifications (Highly Desired):

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional

  • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional

  • AWS Certified Security Specialty

  • AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty

  • AWS Certified Big Data Specialty

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate

  • AWS Certified Developer Associate

  • AWS Certified SysOps Administrator Associate

Work Environment:

Operates in a professional office environment. Uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands:

Primarily a sedentary role (mostly sitting); may require occasional filing:

  • Ability to move files or boxes

  • Open filing cabinets

  • Bend or stand as necessary

  • Lift up to 40 lbs

Mental Demands:

  • Reading

  • Effective verbal and written communication

  • Maintain emotional control and professionalism

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