AWS DevOps Engineer

Devopsroles; United States; Remote; CAD 110,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to design and manage cloud infrastructure for sensitive environments. You will implement scalable architectures, automate deployments, and ensure security controls across complex systems.

The role requires 5+ years in AWS, 3+ years in containers, and an active TS/SCI clearance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain compliance, and contribute to mission-critical initiatives while leveraging cloud-native

Qualifications

• 5+ years of AWS and cloud-native architecture patterns.
• 3+ years of containerization with Docker/Kubernetes/ECS.
• 3+ years of Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and security documentation.
• 3+ years of secrets management and security automation.
• Experience with DevOps monitoring (CloudWatch/Prometheus).
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Skills

AWS

Cloud-native patterns

ECS

Lambda

SQS

SNS

SageMaker

RDS

DynamoDB

IAM policies

Security groups

Network security

ATO processes

Secrets management

DevOps monitoring

CloudWatch

Prometheus

TS/SCI clearance

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS CDK

Terraform

CloudFormation

GitHub Actions

GitLab CI

Snyk

SonarQube

Job description

AWS DevOps Engineer

The Opportunity:

As a DevOps engineer, you know how to set up cloud environments and provision computer networking, storage, and virtual networks - ultimately, how to "harness the cloud." We're looking for an experienced DevOps infrastructure engineer like you to support our clients as they modernize their IT infrastructures and meet their most challenging missions.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience with AWS services and cloud-native architecture patterns such as ECS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, SageMaker, RDS, DynamoDB, IAM policies, security groups, and network security
• 3+ years of experience with containerization such as Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, and container orchestration
• 3+ years of experience with Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and security documentation
• 3+ years of experience with secrets management and security automation
• Experience with DevOps Monitoring such as CloudWatch or Prometheus, logging, and alerting
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• 5+ years of experience with bash or Python scriptingand CI/CD tools and practices such as GitHub Actions or GitLab CI
• 3+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code such as AWS CDK, Terraform, or CloudFormation
• 3+ years of experience with disaster recovery
• 2+ years of experience in TypeScript, Python, or OOP language and writing and reviewing code for enterprise scale applications
• Experience in security scanning tools and DevSecOps practices such as SonarQube or Snyk
• Experience with security compliance automation and continuous monitoring, and system design with focus on scalability and reliability
• Experience with database administration and optimization such as RDS, DynamoDB, or MongoDB, serverless architecture such as Lambda or API Gateway, and leading technical initiatives in large-scale environments
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or AWS Certified Solutions Architect Certification
• IAT Level II+, Security+, or CISSP Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.