Cloud Engineer - AWS

LIGHTFEATHER IO LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cloud Engineer with expertise in AWS to design and optimize cloud infrastructure. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure secure and scalable cloud operations while supporting high-impact modernization projects in the federal sector. You'll leverage your skills in automation, security, and DevOps to implement best practices and enhance system performance. Join a dedicated team committed to making a meaningful impact, where diversity and inclusion are valued, and your contributions will be recognized and respected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering with a focus on AWS.
• Strong knowledge of AWS security, compliance, and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage AWS infrastructure using best practices.
• Automate resource provisioning with Terraform and Ansible.

Skills

AWS Architecture

DevOps Methodologies

Cloud Security

Automation

Scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

Networking Expertise

Terraform

Ansible

CI/CD Pipelines

Multi-Cloud Experience

Education

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate

5+ years of experience in cloud engineering

Tools

AWS EC2

AWS VPC

AWS RDS

AWS S3

GitLab

Jenkins

AWS CodePipeline

AWS CloudWatch

AWS CloudTrail

AWS Lambda

Job description

LightFeather is seeking a Cloud Engineer – AWS who will be responsible for designing, deploying, and optimizing cloud-based infrastructure within Amazon Web Services (AWS). This role requires expertise in AWS architecture, automation, security best practices, and DevOps methodologies. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure cloud systems are secure, scalable, and compliant with federal standards.

This role offers the opportunity to support high-impact cloud modernization projects within the federal sector, ensuring secure and efficient AWS platform operations.

• Location: In-Person (5 days/week) in Washington, DC
• Job Type: Full Time
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
• Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities:

• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Design, implement, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure using EC2, VPC, RDS, S3, EBS, and IAM.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate AWS resource provisioning and configuration using Terraform, CloudFormation, and Ansible.
• Security & Compliance: Implement cloud security best practices, including IAM roles, AWS Shield, AWS Macie, encryption, and FedRAMP compliance.
• CI/CD Pipeline Management: Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitLab, Jenkins, and AWS CodePipeline to streamline deployments.
• Monitoring & Optimization: Utilize AWS CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and Log Insights to track system health, troubleshoot issues, and enhance performance.
• Networking & Load Balancing: Configure and optimize AWS VPCs, Route 53, Elastic Load Balancers (ELB), and AWS Direct Connect.
• Hybrid Cloud & Migration: Support AWS cloud migrations and hybrid environments, integrating with on-premises and multi-cloud architectures.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop automation scripts using Python, PowerShell, and Bash to improve efficiency and reduce manual workload.
• Disaster Recovery & Backup Solutions: Implement AWS backup strategies, including S3 lifecycle policies, AWS Backup, and snapshot automation.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with government agencies, DevOps teams, and security engineers to align AWS solutions with mission objectives.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• US Citizenship.
• Active Secret clearance.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or systems administration, with a strong focus on AWS environments.
• Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (Preferred) or equivalent AWS certification.
• Cloud Security & Compliance: Strong knowledge of AWS IAM, encryption, security monitoring, and compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, DoD security standards).
• DevOps & Automation: Hands-on experience with Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, GitHub, and AWS DevOps services.
• Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Cloud Experience: Experience working in multi-cloud and hybrid environments integrating AWS, Azure, and on-premise infrastructure.
• Networking Expertise: Strong proficiency in AWS networking services (VPC, Route 53, VPN, Direct Connect, and ELB).
• Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, Bash, and YAML/JSON for cloud automation and system management.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting federal agencies or DoD cloud environments.
• Hands-on experience with AWS Lambda, Kubernetes (EKS), and microservices architecture.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for troubleshooting cloud environments.

Why Join LightFeather?
You'll be part of a team dedicated to meaningful impact, working on solutions that address mission-critical needs. Experience variety, fulfillment, and the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected.

Commitment to Diversity
LightFeather is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.