Cloud Engineer (5855)

MetroStar

Great Falls Crossing (VA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Parental Leave and dependent care

Employee assistance and wellness programs

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cloud Engineer to architect and implement innovative cloud solutions. In this pivotal role, you will develop robust cloud infrastructures while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance and integration. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with AWS and a strong background in cloud engineering. This role offers a dynamic work environment with a commitment to professional growth and a generous benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for passionate individuals looking to make an impact in the tech industry.

Qualifications

2-4 years of experience in cloud engineering with AWS.
Experience in designing and deploying cloud solutions at scale.

Responsibilities

Design and deploy cloud architectures ensuring scalability and security.
Collaborate with teams to enhance cloud infrastructure performance.

Skills

Cloud Engineering

AWS

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)

Python

Bash

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Active TS/SCI with CI Poly

CompTIA Security+ or equivalent

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Job description

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As Cloud Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in architecting, designing, and implementing innovative cloud solutions that enable clients to maximize the potential of cloud technologies. Your responsibilities will include developing robust, scalable cloud infrastructures while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration, optimized performance, and successful delivery.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed withour people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you’ll do:

Assist in the design and deployment of cloud-based architectures, ensuring optimal scalability, reliability, and security while adhering to industry standards.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements, resolve complex issues, and enhance cloud infrastructure performance
Champion the evaluation and integration of emerging cloud technologies and methodologies to improve our client's cloud ecosystem
Establish and execute robust cloud governance strategies to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements

What you’ll need to succeed:

Active TS/SCI with CI poly Required
At least 2 to 4 years of professional experience in cloud engineering, specializing in the design, implementation, and management of advanced cloud solutions.
Proven experience in designing and deploying AWS cloud infrastructure solutions at scale, across multiple classification domains (e.g., IL5 to IL6+)
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), with hands-on experience in core services like EC2, S3, Lambda, and EBS.
Experience in creating, managing, and securing server OS images across multiple classification domains using AWS AMIs.
Working experience with Infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools, including Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible, for automating cloud environments.
Experience scripting and programming (Python, Bash, etc.)
Working experience in an operational environment; managing a ticket queue, ability to search through an existing knowledge base.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex cloud-related issues
Strong oral and written communication skills
Active Comptia Security+ or other 8140/8570 certificate with at least 1 year before expiration

To apply for this position, please submit your resume via the form below or through our careers page:https://www.metrostar.com/jobs/

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.

Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.

Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Parental Leave and dependent care
Employee assistance and wellness programs

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

What we want you to know:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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