Cloud Engineer

Posted 15 Days Ago
Chantilly, VA
Mid level
Information Technology • Software • Consulting
The Role
The Cloud Engineer will design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure, ensuring application and service availability, performance, and security. Responsibilities include collaborating on architecture design, deploying cloud services, implementing automation through IaC, maintaining security protocols, and providing technical support. Integration with cross-functional teams to enhance operational processes is also key.
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This position could be located in Reston, Herndon, Mclean or Chantilly, VA

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking a Cloud Engineer. The Cloud Engineer will play a pivotal role in designing, deploying, and managing our cloud infrastructure to ensure the availability, performance, and security of our applications and services. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement cloud solutions that align with our business objectives. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Collaborate with architects to design scalable and cost-effective cloud architecture solutions, considering factors such as high availability, disaster recovery, and security 
  • Deploy and configure cloud services and resources on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, ensuring best practices and optimization 
  • Develop and maintain infrastructure as code scripts (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) to automate provisioning and manage cloud resources 
  • Implement and monitor security measures, access controls, and compliance policies to safeguard cloud infrastructure and data 
  • Set up monitoring, alerting, and performance tuning processes to ensure the reliability and efficiency of cloud environments 
  • Investigate and resolve cloud-related issues, providing technical support and root cause analysis 
  • Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of cloud infrastructure, configurations, and procedures 
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including developers, DevOps engineers, and IT professionals, to integrate cloud solutions into the development and operational processes 

Qualifications: 

  • Active TS/SCI with Poly 
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience) 
  • Proven experience as a Cloud Engineer or similar role 
  • Proficiency in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) 
  • Strong knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC) tools 
  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) 
  • Experience with network protocols, security, and compliance in cloud environments 
  • Scripting and programming skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) 
  • Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Professional Cloud Architect are a plus 

What’s in It for You?

Flexible work environment

A team mentality – work with friendly, like-minded professionals

Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies

Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits

A work-life balance you can count on

Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime

 

The Benefits You Get with Freedom

Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more

Generous paid time off – including paid site closure days

Competitive salary offerings

Paid training and tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Fully paid life and disability

Annual logo wear allowance

Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)

Interested in learning more about Freedom and our culture?  Contact us today!  We’re constantly hosting hiring events in our office and elsewhere, to help you get a sense of what life is like at Freedom before joining the team.

 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status

Applicant Federal & E-Verify Postings

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

 

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at

Phone: 410-290-9035 

Email: [email protected]

 

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

 

If you want to view the EEO Law poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Arabic - Chinese

 

If you want to view the EEO Law Supplement poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Chinese

 

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Top Skills

Python
The Company
Dr, Columbia, Maryland
138 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2008

What We Do

FTSG was founded with the idea of building a company in which IT professionals have the 'Freedom' to be creative and innovative.

Our technical teams focus on using the right technology to create flexible, long-lasting solutions for our clients.

Looking for a position in the technology industry? FTSG is a government contractor in the D.C./Baltimore area recruiting IT professionals for various positions! Visit our website to learn more.

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