Cloud Engineer (AWS, C2S/C2E) - TS/SCI

Xcelerate Solution is seeking a Cloud Engineer, to play a critical role with design, engineering, development, deployment, and use of software for the DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP) where we support our client’s mission to centralize and standardize Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation and Dissemination (TCPED) of Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) across the DoD and IC enterprise. We integrate off the shelf and new development efforts to sustain and enhance the NMEC architecture and by leveraging cloud-based computing, artificial intelligence (Al), machine learning (ML) and cross-domain transfer systems to provide cutting edge data exploitation, enrichment, triage, and analytics capabilities to Defense and Intelligence Community members. DTP advances the state of the art in mission-focused big data analytics tools and micro-service development spanning the breadth of Agile sprints to multiyear research and development cycles.

Xcelerate Solution is seeking a Cloud Engineer, to play a critical role with design, engineering, development, deployment, and use of software for the DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP) where we support our client’s mission to centralize and standardize Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation and Dissemination (TCPED) of Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) across the DoD and IC enterprise. We integrate off the shelf and new development efforts to sustain and enhance the NMEC architecture and by leveraging cloud-based computing, artificial intelligence (Al), machine learning (ML) and cross-domain transfer systems to provide cutting edge data exploitation, enrichment, triage, and analytics capabilities to Defense and Intelligence Community members. DTP advances the state of the art in mission-focused big data analytics tools and micro-service development spanning the breadth of Agile sprints to multiyear research and development cycles.

Location:   Bethesda, MD   

Security Clearance:  Active TS/SCI  

As a Cloud Engineer, you will be responsible for technical duties such as infrastructure design, creation, maintenance, and support associated with cloud computing. You will be working closely with our Cloud Architect, Solution Architects, Systems Engineers, Software Engineers, and Operations Engineering/Manager as well as Government counterparts to perform and manage our cloud solution, cloud computing strategy and all associated documentation. Most work will be conducted on-site at our client locations in either Bethesda, MD or Reston, VA. Occasionally, some tasks may be performed remotely. Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry.

The Cloud Engineer will collaborate with our engineering and infrastructure teams to identify and implement the most optimal cloud-based solutions for the program. Responsibilities include: 

• Deploying and debugging cloud initiatives as needed in accordance with best practices throughout the development lifecycle. 
• Employing exceptional problem-solving skills. 
• Building and designing web services in the cloud. 
• Designing and implementing cloud-based platforms throughout the program. 
• Coordinate with DTP team to prioritize product backlogs for sprints and releases. 
• Assist with monitoring & reporting technical variances; facilitate resolution of technical issues that adversely impact successful product delivery or total system cost. 
• Assist with identifying and supporting external dependencies where needed.

Experience Needed to Be Successful (required):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience with 8-12 years in systems engineering or other relevant field. Master’s degree with 6+years’ experience.   
• Must have an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance. 
• Experience with Commercial Cloud Services (C2S) / (C2E)
• Knowledge of classified environment’s security enclave 
• Experience with cloud-based services, preferably AWS, for enterprise applications
• Cloud Admin Skills in AWS -- ec2, elb/alb, s3, efs, vpc, aws cli, cloud theory
• Experience with Amazon EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service)
• Experience with container deployment platforms such as Kubernetes, Openshift
• Experience with SecDevOps and CI/CD pipeline 
• Experience working with Linux operating system. 
• Knowledge of web services: API, REST 
• Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols 
• Extensive experience with open-source technology, software development and system engineering. 
• Experience developing basic tooling and scripting: UNIX shell, Python, Perl or similar.  
• IaC coding scripting (CDK/Cloud formation preferred)
• Salt (preferred) or some other config management tool (Ansible preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required to collaborate with customer representatives, domain experts, systems engineers, and architects.
• Ability to work well/collaborate with people from many different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience.

Desired Qualification and Experience:

• AWS cloud certifications  
• Experience with micro services architecture 
• Experience and domain knowledge related to data processing  
• Experience with big data applications.
• Experience supporting DIA/NMEC, DIA/OSIC, and/or D3P
• OSINT familiarity

About Xcelerate Solutions:
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!

Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability. 

Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.