Cloud Engineer

ECS; Quantico (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth ECS seeks a mid-level Cloud Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure in support of mission-critical applications. The role emphasizes secure, scalable, and resilient cloud environments with automation and IaC practices.

Strong background in AWS services and architecture, plus Linux administration, is expected. The Cloud Engineer will collaborate with DevOps, security, and engineering teams, contributing to infrastructure modernization across varied client

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing, deploying, and managing AWS cloud infrastructure.
• 5+ years using Infrastructure‑as‑Code (CloudFormation or Terraform).
• 5+ years of Linux system administration experience.
• Experience implementing cloud security best practices, including encryption and auditing.
• Experience with automation and scripting (Bash, Python).

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, configure, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Architect highly available, fault-tolerant AWS environments per best practices.
• Configure core AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, VPC, Lambda, CloudWatch).
• Support multi-environment deployments while ensuring security compliance.
• Monitor performance, availability, and cost using AWS tools.

Skills

AWS

IaC (CloudFormation or Terraform)

Linux administration

Security best practices

Scripting (Bash, Python)

Cloud architecture

Tools

CloudFormation

Terraform

AWS CloudWatch

AWS Config

IAM

Job description

Everforth ECS is seeking a Cloud Engineer to work in our Quantico, VA office. Please Note: This position is contingent upon additional funding.

ECS is seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer (Mid) to support cutting-edge technology for law enforcement and scientific organizations. The Cloud Engineer will be responsible for the design, deployment, configuration, security, monitoring, and maintenance of AWS cloud infrastructure and cloud-native services supporting mission-critical applications and data systems.

We are seeking a creative problem solver who enjoys tackling complex cloud engineering challenges with minimal oversight, enabling scalable, secure, and resilient cloud environments. The ideal candidate has strong AWS experience and a deep understanding of cloud architecture principles, security best practices, automation, and operational excellence.

A strong desire and aptitude for learning is required, along with the ability to adapt and drive change in an environment with evolving requirements, technologies, and security threats. This individual will be integral to supporting secure data operations, system reliability, and infrastructure modernization efforts across diverse client environments.

Responsibilities of the Cloud Engineer include but are not limited to:

• Design, deploy, configure, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as CloudFormation or Terraform.
• Architect and support highly available, fault-tolerant, and scalable AWS environments aligned with AWS Well-Architected Framework best practices.
• Configure and manage core AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, VPC, Lambda, CloudWatch, and related services.
• Support multi-environment (Dev, Test, Prod) cloud deployments while ensuring configuration consistency and security compliance.
• Implement and manage networking components including VPCs, subnets, route tables, security groups, NAT gateways, and load balancers.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure performance, availability, and cost utilization using CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS Config, and related tools.
• Support patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management of cloud-hosted systems and operating systems (Linux-based preferred).
• Implement security best practices including least-privilege IAM, encryption at rest and in transit, and logging/auditing controls.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure, networking, and system-level issues in AWS environments.
• Collaborate with DevOps, security, engineering, and data teams to support application deployment and operational stability.
• Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements for infrastructure reliability, cost optimization, and security posture.

Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000

Qualifications

• US Citizenship and active Top-Secret Clearance.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience designing, deploying, and managing AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Strong experience with AWS core services including EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, VPC, Lambda, CloudWatch, and CloudTrail.
• 5+ years of experience using Infrastructure-as-Code (CloudFormation or Terraform).
• Strong understanding of AWS networking (VPC architecture, subnets, routing, security groups, NACLs, NAT gateways).
• 5+ years of Linux system administration experience; comfort navigating and troubleshooting Linux environments.
• Experience implementing cloud security best practices, including IAM policies, encryption (KMS), logging, and compliance controls.
• Experience with automation and scripting (Bash, Python).
• Experience supporting large, complex systems and data sets in cloud environments.

Desired Skills

• Experience operating within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and Kanban
• Familiarity with ITIL and NIST configuration management frameworks and best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience creating custom workflows, dashboards, and reporting metrics in Jira
• Experience delivering excellence in Federal Government (preferably the Department of Justice) cybersecurity and working within DOJ FBI, practices, standards, processes and policies.
• Interest in new technologies and the ability to adapt to those new technologies.

ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. 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, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.
Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengths technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.
We value:

• Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams
• Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven

Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!