Everforth ECS is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to work on our Naval and Department of War (DoW) Cloud based infrastructure support team. This position supports the development, deployment and integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cloud-based infrastructure solutions based around the Naval Harbinger contract and efforts. The main focus of this effort, and position's responsibilities, are designing, deploying, operating and maintaining multiple AWS, GovCloud, Azure, and classified Cloud-based environments. To execute these duties, this position supports client teams developing and enriching applications in the cloud, as well as providing core cloud service maintenance and support in both Classified and Unclassified environments, with the goal of providing a stable, secure, flexible, efficient, and cost effective CSO.
The ideal candidate will have experience in the following areas: Linux Red Hat, PowerShell, Python, Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker, and AWS components (Lambda, IAM, Load Balancers, RDS, CloudFormation, S3, EC2, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, SageMaker, Bedrock).
Everforth ECS is an expert technology firm focused on Microsoft Azure and AWS Cloud-based solutions as an AWS Premier Partner, Audited AWS Managed Service Partner and AWS Reseller. We specialize in migrating custom developed and COTS applications into AWS and offering a complete suite of managed service solutions for our customers to include design, architecture, DevOps, systems administration, big data, security, and 24x7 cloud support services.
Note: To be considered for this role you have a currently active Secret-level Security clearance granted by the Federal Government.
This position is initially located in Fairfax, VA. Once access and accounts have been granted, this position will move between Fairfax, VA and Arlington, VA dependent on requirement.
Salary Range: $150,000-$175,000
General Description of Benefits
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor of Science or equivalent experience.
- Must have an existing and active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
- Experience in the administration of Linux (Patch, STIG, configure, and troubleshoot).
- Expertise in DevOps, Gitlab, Configuration Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Automation, scripting experience with PowerShell and Python.
- Cloud Formation/Automation/ PowerShell / Comparable Linux Scripting.
- Experience building infrastructure as code (IAC) using Terraform.
- Experience with container orchestration with Kubernetes and Docker.
- Hands-on experience implementing AWS components such as, but not limited to: Lambda, IAM, Load Balancers, RDS, CloudFormation, S3, EC2, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, SageMaker, Bedrock.
- Experience enforcing cloud security practices including configuring encryption, implementing VPC endpoint policies, bucket policies, and locking down security groups.
- Demonstrated, hands-on technical experience in Network and Transport protocols, tools, and techniques.
- Strong knowledge of IP Networking including VPCs, VPNs, VRF, DNS, load-balancing, and firewalls.
- Experience developing and maintaining systems architecture and configuration documentation.
- At least 10 years of experience with customer-facing cloud projects (AWS and/or Azure).
- Highly technical and analytical possessing 7+ years of IT platform implementation experience.
- A strong understanding of AWS and or Azure/cloud-based technologies with a desire to learn more.
- 5+ years of relevant experience in a progression of roles to include delivering and sustaining technical and cloud solutions.
- Demonstrated customer focus and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills.
- DOD 8570-01M certification: IAM Level I or better (e.g., Security+).
- Experience working within a classified cloud environment.
- AWS Certified Solution Architecture/Developer/SysOPS or AWS Certified Solutions Architect -Professional.
- Experience in the administration of Red Hat Servers (Patch, STIG, configure, and troubleshoot).
Skills Required
- Must have an existing and active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
- 8+ years of experience with customer-facing cloud projects
- AWS Certified Solution Architect/Developer/SysOPS or AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
- Bachelor of Science or equivalent experience
ECS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ECS and has not been reviewed or approved by ECS.
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Healthcare Strength — ECS advertises multiple national-network medical plan options with HSA eligibility alongside dental and vision coverage. Coverage generally begins quickly and is paired with company-paid short- and long-term disability, adding stability to the health package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with Safe Harbor and immediate vesting on employer contributions is emphasized, with an employer match available. Access to an employee stock purchase plan via the parent company provides an additional savings avenue.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave up to 30 days, adoption assistance, and other family-oriented leaves are highlighted. Feedback suggests these offerings add meaningful value beyond base pay for many roles.
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What We Do
ECS, a segment of ASGN (NYSE: ASGN), delivers advanced solutions and services in cloud, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), application and IT modernization, and science and engineering. The company solves critical, complex challenges for customers across the U.S. public sector, defense, intelligence and commercial industries. ECS maintains partnerships with leading cloud, cybersecurity, and AI/ML providers and holds specialized certifications in their technologies. Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, ECS has more than 3,400 employees throughout the U.S. and has been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for the last five years.
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