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Top Secret/SCI
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
Unspecified
No Traveling
Full Scope Polygraph
Engineering - Systems
Chantilly, VA (On/Off-Site)
Cloud Engineer (AWS)
Location: On Site - WMA
Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with FSP Polygraph
Certification Requirement: AWS Cloud Solutions Architect - Professional
OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Cloud Engineer to assist with building a new secure cloud-based enclave and migrating from a legacy on-premises infrastructure to AWS. The role requires a highly motivated and experienced cloud professional with expertise in AWS services and security best practices. You will play a pivotal role in designing, deploying, maintaining, and enhancing the Client’s cloud environment to ensure seamless operations and compliance with security standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Collaborate closely with the Client to prioritize tasks and ensure successful project execution.
• Set up, configure, update, and maintain a secure AWS-based cloud enclave in all environments.
• Lead the migration of mission data from legacy Windows-based systems to the AWS cloud environment.
• Provide technical solutions and documentation to meet system implementation and security needs.
• Perform cloud engineering tasks, including configuration management, knowledge transfer, and system security planning.
• Gather and refine system requirements and provide expertise on AWS cloud services and architecture.
• Participate in meetings with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient cloud operations.
• Monitor and optimize cloud-related costs, providing cost-saving recommendations to the Client.
• Work with Security team to achieve the Ability to Operate for the cloud enclave.
• Support application deployments, patches, and configuration changes within the cloud environment.
• Implement backup and disaster recovery (DR) solutions based on Client requirements.
• Provide input on improving cloud strategies to enhance security, reduce costs, and streamline operations.
• Utilize Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automation to reduce errors and ensure efficient cloud operations.
• Identify and address security, data integrity, or technical risks within the cloud environment.
• Perform ongoing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) tasks to ensure the cloud enclave remains secure and reliable.
• Execute tasks such as:
◦ Creating and configuring Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs)
◦ Setting up and managing EC2 and RDS instances
◦ Creating secure AMIs
◦ Configuring auto-scaling groups and load balancers
◦ Managing user access and security groups
◦ Integrating with external services
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Proven experience with implementing AWS security best practices, including Identity Management, Secure Tokens, CloudWatch, and Cloud Monitoring.
• In-depth knowledge of AWS security constraints and accreditation processes for cloud enclaves.
• Experience configuring virtual machines and troubleshooting to resolve technical issues and meet security compliance.
• Hands-on experience in setting up and maintaining AWS Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs).
• Familiarity with managing Windows environments in AWS, including MS Product Suite, MS SQL, and MS Server.
• Experience with log aggregation tools like Splunk to maintain system integrity and security.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining system accreditation within the last six months.
Why Join Us?
Restless Software is a small company focused on providing value to our clients with strong technical expertise in a variety of areas. What sets us apart is our transparency, collaborative culture, and innovative spirit. With clients we believe in open lines of communication to provide high quality results. The same can be said throughout our team. From tailored benefits to hand selected training, we strive to ensure every team member achieves their career goals.
Visit us at https://restlesssoftware.com for more opportunities
Location: On Site - WMA
Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with FSP Polygraph
Certification Requirement: AWS Cloud Solutions Architect - Professional
OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Cloud Engineer to assist with building a new secure cloud-based enclave and migrating from a legacy on-premises infrastructure to AWS. The role requires a highly motivated and experienced cloud professional with expertise in AWS services and security best practices. You will play a pivotal role in designing, deploying, maintaining, and enhancing the Client’s cloud environment to ensure seamless operations and compliance with security standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Collaborate closely with the Client to prioritize tasks and ensure successful project execution.
• Set up, configure, update, and maintain a secure AWS-based cloud enclave in all environments.
• Lead the migration of mission data from legacy Windows-based systems to the AWS cloud environment.
• Provide technical solutions and documentation to meet system implementation and security needs.
• Perform cloud engineering tasks, including configuration management, knowledge transfer, and system security planning.
• Gather and refine system requirements and provide expertise on AWS cloud services and architecture.
• Participate in meetings with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient cloud operations.
• Monitor and optimize cloud-related costs, providing cost-saving recommendations to the Client.
• Work with Security team to achieve the Ability to Operate for the cloud enclave.
• Support application deployments, patches, and configuration changes within the cloud environment.
• Implement backup and disaster recovery (DR) solutions based on Client requirements.
• Provide input on improving cloud strategies to enhance security, reduce costs, and streamline operations.
• Utilize Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automation to reduce errors and ensure efficient cloud operations.
• Identify and address security, data integrity, or technical risks within the cloud environment.
• Perform ongoing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) tasks to ensure the cloud enclave remains secure and reliable.
• Execute tasks such as:
◦ Creating and configuring Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs)
◦ Setting up and managing EC2 and RDS instances
◦ Creating secure AMIs
◦ Configuring auto-scaling groups and load balancers
◦ Managing user access and security groups
◦ Integrating with external services
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Proven experience with implementing AWS security best practices, including Identity Management, Secure Tokens, CloudWatch, and Cloud Monitoring.
• In-depth knowledge of AWS security constraints and accreditation processes for cloud enclaves.
• Experience configuring virtual machines and troubleshooting to resolve technical issues and meet security compliance.
• Hands-on experience in setting up and maintaining AWS Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs).
• Familiarity with managing Windows environments in AWS, including MS Product Suite, MS SQL, and MS Server.
• Experience with log aggregation tools like Splunk to maintain system integrity and security.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining system accreditation within the last six months.
Why Join Us?
Restless Software is a small company focused on providing value to our clients with strong technical expertise in a variety of areas. What sets us apart is our transparency, collaborative culture, and innovative spirit. With clients we believe in open lines of communication to provide high quality results. The same can be said throughout our team. From tailored benefits to hand selected training, we strive to ensure every team member achieves their career goals.
Visit us at https://restlesssoftware.com for more opportunities
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