Cloud Engineer

The Amatriot Group; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Amatriot Group is seeking an AWS Cloud Engineer to support enterprise cloud environments, focusing on AWS infrastructure, Linux administration, cloud security, automation, monitoring, and compliance in a highly available production setting.

Key duties include deploying and optimizing AWS-based systems, implementing security controls, supporting NIST 800-53 aligned processes, and developing automation with Terraform, CloudFormation, and Ansible. A TS clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, or 7 years with no degree.
• Advanced certifications or equivalent hands-on experience may count in lieu of years.
• Experience with Linux administration and AWS services (EC2, VPC, IAM, S3, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, Config, KMS).

Responsibilities

• Deploy, maintain, and optimize AWS cloud infrastructure for production and development environments.
• Administer Linux-based systems in AWS and troubleshoot related issues.
• Implement cloud security controls and support compliance with NIST 800-53 and ATO activities.

Skills

Cloud security best practices

Networking concepts

Analytical problem solving

Scripting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Job description

Location: Quantico, VA

Security Clearance: Active TS or higher [Required]

Job Type: Full-Time

Target Salary Range*: $120,000 - $165,000

• This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary

Position Overview

The Amatriot Group is seeking an AWS Cloud Engineer to support and maintain enterprise cloud environments supporting mission-critical applications. This role will focus on AWS infrastructure, Linux administration, cloud security, automation, monitoring, and compliance initiatives within a highly available production environment.

Key Responsibilities

AWS Infrastructure and Systems Administration

• Deploy, maintain, and optimize AWS cloud infrastructure supporting production and development environments.
• Administer and support Linux-based systems within AWS.
• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure, operating system, networking, and security-related issues.

Cloud Security and Compliance

• Implement and maintain cloud security controls, access management, encryption solutions, and system hardening practices.
• Support compliance initiatives and security frameworks, including implementation and maintenance of controls aligned with NIST 800-53 requirements.
• Assist with Authorization to Operate efforts through continuous monitoring, auditing, and documentation activities.

Automation, Monitoring, and Operations

• Develop and maintain infrastructure automation and configuration management solutions.
• Monitor system health, performance, and availability using centralized logging and monitoring tools.

Collaboration and Documentation

• Collaborate with cybersecurity, engineering, and operations teams to support mission requirements and operational objectives.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, system configurations, and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, or 7 years of relevant experience with no degree.
• Advanced certifications, specialized training, or equivalent hands-on experience may be considered in lieu of years of experience.

Experience

• Experience with Linux administration and troubleshooting.
• Experience working with AWS services such as EC2, VPC, IAM, S3, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS Config, and KMS.

Skills

• Understanding of cloud security best practices, access control, encryption, and compliance requirements.
• Working knowledge of networking concepts, including routing, firewalls, VPNs, and cloud networking.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Clearance

• Active Top Secret security clearance is required, with willingness and ability to obtain a CI polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting NIST 800-53 security controls, RMF processes, or ATO activities.
• Familiarity with continuous monitoring, centralized logging, and configuration management practices.
• Experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, or similar technologies.
• Scripting experience with Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar languages.
• Familiarity with AWS security and compliance services.
• Experience supporting highly available, large-scale AWS environments.
• AWS certifications are a plus.