AWS Cloud Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Cloud Engineer (AWS) Location: Arlington, VA or Washington, DC.
Work Type: Hybrid - expected on-site 20% in Arlington, VA or Washington, DC offices.
Remote Work: Yes. Description
Gridiron IT is looking to hire a Cloud Engineer (AWS) to support a government program. Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of the cloud infrastructure for an AWS-based data and API platform. Assist in deploying and managing cloud resources. Responsibilities Assist in deploying and managing cloud infrastructure using AWS services
• Support the automation of infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and application deployment using tools such as Terraform and Ansible. • Monitor, cloud systems to ensure performance, availability, and reliability. • Help implement security measures and compliance controls.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate and optimize cloud solutions.
• Document procedures, configurations, and best practices for cloud deployments
Skills
• Experience in cloud engineering, preferably AWS.
• Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform and Ansible. • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins and GitLab
• Understanding of networking concepts like VPN, VPCs, DNS, and load balancing • Basic scripting skills in languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell Qualifications Active Secret Clearance
Bachelor's Degree
3+ years of experience with AWS Cloud
Experience with Cloud, AWS, Data Platforms, Microservices
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $50-55 hourly (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.) Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron's benefits programs. Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity 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. Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.

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