Overview
On Site
$53.67 - $61.13 hourly
Contract - W2
Contract - Temp
Skills
Cloud Computing
Linux
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Collaboration
Active Directory
Security Controls
Vulnerability Management
Performance Tuning
Regulatory Compliance
IT Security
Terraform
Amazon Web Services
Migration
Database
Microsoft SQL Server
PostgreSQL
GitLab
Bitbucket
Management
Linux Administration
Access Control
Scripting
Shell
Python
Kubernetes
Orchestration
Apache Kafka
Artificial Intelligence
Messaging
Job Details
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Charlotte, NC that is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer (AWS/Terraform).
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to join our platform team, supporting applications running on AWS and assisting in a large-scale migration effort from on-premises Linux systems to AWS. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Terraform, Linux, AWS, and security best practices, with a proven track record of migrating workloads from on-prem to cloud environments. This is a hands-on role focused on building, modifying, and automating infrastructure deployments while ensuring compliance with IT security standards.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and execute migration efforts from on-premises Linux systems to AWS, ensuring delivery before year-end deadlines
* Design, build, and maintain infrastructure using Terraform, leveraging CI/CD pipelines for automation
* Collaborate with internal AWS-experienced team members to streamline migration activities
* Integrate with Active Directory and manage code repositories in GitLab or Bitbucket
* Implement and manage security controls, including access controls and vulnerability management
* Support database migrations and administration for SQL Server and PostgreSQL
* Develop and maintain scripts in Shell or Python to support automation and operational needs
* Assist in platform monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization
* Ensure compliance with IT security's Spec Flow 2.0 standards across deployments
REQUIREMENTS:
* Strong hands-on experience with Terraform (infrastructure build and modification)
* Proven AWS migration experience from on-premises environments
* Database experience with SQL Server and PostgreSQL
* Experience with GitLab or Bitbucket for code repository management
* Proficiency with Linux systems administration
* Security expertise, including access controls and vulnerability remediation
* Scripting skills in Shell and/or Python
Preferred Skills:
* Experience with Kubernetes orchestration
* Familiarity with Kafka for distributed messaging
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce has a client in Charlotte, NC that is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer (AWS/Terraform).
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to join our platform team, supporting applications running on AWS and assisting in a large-scale migration effort from on-premises Linux systems to AWS. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Terraform, Linux, AWS, and security best practices, with a proven track record of migrating workloads from on-prem to cloud environments. This is a hands-on role focused on building, modifying, and automating infrastructure deployments while ensuring compliance with IT security standards.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and execute migration efforts from on-premises Linux systems to AWS, ensuring delivery before year-end deadlines
* Design, build, and maintain infrastructure using Terraform, leveraging CI/CD pipelines for automation
* Collaborate with internal AWS-experienced team members to streamline migration activities
* Integrate with Active Directory and manage code repositories in GitLab or Bitbucket
* Implement and manage security controls, including access controls and vulnerability management
* Support database migrations and administration for SQL Server and PostgreSQL
* Develop and maintain scripts in Shell or Python to support automation and operational needs
* Assist in platform monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization
* Ensure compliance with IT security's Spec Flow 2.0 standards across deployments
REQUIREMENTS:
* Strong hands-on experience with Terraform (infrastructure build and modification)
* Proven AWS migration experience from on-premises environments
* Database experience with SQL Server and PostgreSQL
* Experience with GitLab or Bitbucket for code repository management
* Proficiency with Linux systems administration
* Security expertise, including access controls and vulnerability remediation
* Scripting skills in Shell and/or Python
Preferred Skills:
* Experience with Kubernetes orchestration
* Familiarity with Kafka for distributed messaging
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
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