Cloud Automation Engineer w/Top Secret Clearance

A3 Consulting LLC; United States; Remote; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable consulting firm seeks a Cloud Automation Engineer to design and implement automated solutions for cloud infrastructures. This position emphasizes innovation and collaboration, offering a generous salary and comprehensive benefits. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills in AWS and automation technologies, aligning with A3 Consulting's mission of delivering robust cloud services.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k match

Paid parental leave

Professional development

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience as a Cloud Automation Engineer or similar role.
• Relevant IATII certification (e.g., Security+ CE, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer).
• Experience with CI/CD methodologies (Agile, DevOps).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable automated solutions for cloud infrastructures.
• Manage and optimize AWS cloud services and resources.
• Ensure security best practices for cloud-based systems.

Skills

Python

Lambda

React

CI/CD

Containerization

AWS

Automation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

A3 is dedicated to ensuring an excellent experience for each employee. Through our focus on career progression, stability, and our employee relations philosophy, A3 provides the perfect opportunity for individuals to work with a purpose and grow meaningfully within their field.

Location: Remote

Job Id:216

# of Openings:1

A3 Consulting, LLC is seeking a Cloud Automation Engineer. In this role, you are responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining automated solutions for cloud-based infrastructures and services. If you have a passion for helping clients and are looking to be a key player in a fast-growing, innovative company, this role is for you.

In this job you will:

• Design, develop, and implement scalable and reliable cloud-based automated capabilities in support of mission objectives.
• Evaluate, select, and optimize appropriate cloud services and infrastructure based on project requirements.
• Leverage tools such as Python, Lambda, and React to develop solutions designed to support management and administration personnel.
• Design and implement automated data visualization capabilities to monitor cloud performance and utilization.
• Configure and manage cloud services on AWS.
• Optimize resource utilization, costs, and availability.
• Implement security best practices to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of cloud-based systems.
• Configure and optimize infrastructure performance.
• Implement monitoring and logging solutions to track the health and performance of cloud resources.
• Set up alerts for key metrics and events.
• Configure, manage, and monitor cloud-based storage solutions.
• Implement backup and data retention strategies.
• Implement containerization using tools like Docker.
• Orchestrate containers using Kubernetes or similar technologies.
• Work closely with technical support teams to understand mission requirements and optimize management and administration support capabilities.
• Collaborate on Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) processes

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Relevant Computing Environment (CE) Certification Required (i.e. AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate, Microsoft Certified Windows Server Administrator, etc.).
• DoD 8570/8140 IATII or better Certification Required. (i.e. Security+ CE, SSCP, CND, GSEC, GICSP, CCNA-Security, etc.).
• 3+ years’ experience as a Cloud Automation Engineer or in a similar role.
• 3+ years’ experience with CI/CD development paradigms (i.e. Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps).
• 3+ years’ experience with AWS and cloud-based infrastructure design, implementation, and optimization.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing automations for Windows Domains, Servers, and Services such as Active Directory.
• Demonstrated proficiency in scripting and automation with Python, Lambda, React, etc.
• Experience with Government Cloud environments (i.e. GovCloud, Commercial Cloud Services (C2S), Joint Warfighter Cloud Capability (JWCC), etc.).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.
• Creative problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a passion for staying updated on industry trends and best practices in software development and cloud-based infrastructure.
• Understanding of DoD policies, directives, and initiatives as they relate to custom application development (i.e. DoD Risk Management Framework (DoDRMF), DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Section 508 Compliance, etc.).

Security Clearance:

• Top Secret

Salary range:

• The salary range of this position is $145,000 - $165,000 commensurate with experience and achievement.
• A3 Consulting offers a robust benefits package to include but not limited to medical, dental, and vision benefits, flexible spending and health savings accounts, group life and AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, paid time off, 401k match, paid parental leave, professional development.

A3 Consulting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.