AWS Cloud Engineer

Netrolynx AI; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) matching

Job summary

MANTECH is seeking a Principal AWS Cloud Engineer to lead the enterprise AWS environment from Chantilly, VA. You will design, deploy, and secure cloud infrastructure, drive automation, and ensure cross-cloud alignment with Azure and OCI.

A strong security-first mindset and hands-on IaC experience are essential. As a senior technologist, you will mentor peers, integrate threat detection pipelines, and maintain audit-ready configurations across complex, multi-account architectures.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of cloud engineering experience with AWS.
• Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Experience designing secure, multi-account AWS environments.
• Proficient with Terraform or CloudFormation IaC.
• Scripting in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal subject matter expert for AWS enterprise infrastructure.
• Architect and optimize automated cloud security monitoring pipelines.
• Lead IaC/CaC deployments using Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Enforce IAM governance and Zero Trust across multi-account AWS Organizations.
• Provide Tier 3 escalation to diagnose complex issues.
• Develop automation scripts to streamline operations.
• Collaborate with teams to align security baselines with Azure and OCI.

Skills

Cloud security

Zero Trust

Multi-account governance

Automation

Python

PowerShell

Bash

Terraform

CloudFormation

AWS

IAT Level II cert

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

AWS

Job description

About The Company

MANTECH is a leading provider of innovative technology solutions and consulting services dedicated to serving government and commercial clients. With a strong focus on cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital transformation, MANTECH has established itself as a trusted partner in delivering mission-critical IT solutions. The company emphasizes a culture of excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where talented professionals can thrive. MANTECH's commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures a collaborative workplace that values different perspectives and ideas, ultimately driving superior results for its clients and stakeholders.

About The Role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Principal AWS Cloud Engineer to join MANTECH’s dynamic cloud engineering team in Chantilly, VA. This role serves as the primary AWS technical authority, responsible for designing, deploying, and managing the enterprise AWS environment with a strong emphasis on security monitoring and threat detection. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud security architectures, automation, and multi-cloud integration, supporting the organization’s mission to maintain a secure, scalable, and efficient cloud infrastructure. As a key member of our team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align AWS security practices with secondary cloud platforms such as Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), ensuring comprehensive cloud security and compliance across all environments.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience in cloud computing or engineering, with a strong background in AWS environments. A bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience (additional 4+ years in IT/engineering) is required. Candidates must hold an active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification, such as Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, SSCP, or GSEC, or be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire. Proficiency in designing, building, and securing enterprise AWS environments utilizing services such as EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Route53, RDS, CloudFront, and Lambda is essential. Hands‑on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation, along with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell, is also required. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in multi‑account governance, Zero Trust security architectures, and automated cloud security monitoring pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal subject matter expert for the administration, security hardening, and management of AWS enterprise infrastructure and cloud footprint.
• Architect, deploy, and optimize automated cloud security monitoring, threat detection, and event-driven logging pipelines using AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, AWS Config, CloudTrail, CloudWatch, EventBridge, and Lambda.
• Lead the deployment of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC) solutions using Terraform or CloudFormation, following a code-first, audited workflow.
• Enforce IAM governance, Service Control Policies (SCPs), least-privilege access, permission boundaries, and Zero Trust security architectures across multi-account AWS Organizations.
• Provide Tier 3 escalation support to diagnose and resolve complex technical, network, security, and performance challenges across AWS and connected environments.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts in Python, Bash, or PowerShell to streamline operations, vulnerability remediation, and system health telemetry.
• Collaborate with engineering and operational teams to align AWS security baselines with secondary cloud environments such as Azure and OCI, documenting workflows and Service Design Packages to ensure audit readiness.

Benefits

MANTECH offers competitive compensation packages aligned with industry standards, along with comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Employees have access to retirement plans with company matching contributions, paid time off, and flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance. The company invests in professional development opportunities, including certifications, training programs, and conferences, to foster continuous learning. Additionally, MANTECH promotes a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation, integrity, and employee well-being. Employees also benefit from various wellness programs and employee assistance initiatives designed to support their overall health and productivity.

Equal Opportunity

MANTECH is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively and fosters a culture of innovation and respect.