AWS GovCloud Lead — Cloud-Native Architect

Everforth ECS

Quantico Base (VA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

5 hours ago

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Job summary

Everforth ECS is seeking an AWS GovCloud Lead to support our Customer at Quantico, VA. The selected candidate will administer and maintain the Manpower Information Portal (MIP) and Manpower Cloud Services (MCS) within AWS GovCloud.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in IT/CS and multiple AWS certifications, plus a Tier 3 Security Clearance. Prior DoD/USMC IT support experience is valued. Join a team delivering critical federal IT solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Required by the PWS)
AWS Certified Development Operations Professional (Required by the PWS)
AWS Certified System Administrator (Required by the PWS)
AWS Certified Developer (Required by the PWS)
Tier 3 Security Clearance (Required by the PWS)
CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8140 certification

Responsibilities

Administer and maintain cloud-native applications in AWS GovCloud
Implement and manage AWS serverless computing services including Lambda, Fargate, and Amazon API Gateway
Design and implement disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity strategies, including backups, cross-region replication, and failover processes
Provide ongoing cost analysis and recommendations for optimizing AWS GovCloud usage
Support the MIP's Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline
Manage cloud environment exclusively using Government-authorized equipment
Ensure compliance with NIST SP 800-207 Zero Trust architecture standards
Experience with AWS GovCloud administration and cloud-native development.