Mid-level Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Apex Systems; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

ESPP (employee stock purchase)

HSA (Health Savings Account)

EAP with up to 8 sessions

Certification training perks

Discount programs

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Mid-Level Cloud Infrastructure Engineer for assignments at Schriever Space Force Base, CO or Redstone Arsenal, AL. The role involves designing and migrating to private, public, and hybrid cloud infrastructures to support a DoD program.

Candidates must have cloud experience, IAAS/PAAS/SAAS familiarity, and DoD 8570 IAT II certification. A DoD Secret clearance is required for employment continuity.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of directly related cloud infrastructure experience.
• Experience with IAAS/PAAS/SAAS delivery models.
• DoD security clearance eligibility and DoD 8570 IAT II certification.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and implement client-specific cloud solutions.
• Identify appropriate cloud providers and size cloud networks.
• Ensure cloud networks are scalable and secure.
• Support migration to private, public, and hybrid clouds.
• Build infrastructure automation for rapid updates.
• Provide architectural vision and roadmaps with engineers.

Skills

Cloud delivery models (IaaS/PAAS/SaaS)

DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification

Troubleshooting

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Information Technology

Tools

RHEL 7/8

Windows Server 2019+

Azure

AWS

Job description

Position

Mid-Level Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Location

Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO or Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL

Clearance Level

Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level Security Clearance as a condition or continuation of employment.

Candidate Eligibility

Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Description of Duties

The Mid-Level Cloud Infrastructure Engineer will be supporting a DoD program and will specialize in migrating functions and networks to private, public, and hybrid cloud infrastructures.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and implement client-specific cloud solutions
• Identify appropriate cloud providers
• Ensure the cloud network is properly sized and responsive to user demands
• Scale cloud services to serve growing demands
• Liaise with business owners and/or stakeholders to determine growth plans
• Monitor usage of cloud network
• Implement effective security strategies on cloud networks
• Implement fault tolerance, disaster recovery and failover capabilities
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and guidelines
• Build infrastructure automation to ensure rapid delivery of system and application updates.
• Carry out testing and fine-tuning to ensure optimal efficiency.
• Provide architectural vision, strategy & roadmap and work with Engineers and Platform Operations staff to operationalize technology solutions

Applicant Profile

• Have strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Basic Requirements

• Must have 1+ years of directly related experience
• Must understand cloud delivery models (IAAS, SAAS, PAAS)
• Must have experience with enterprise server operating systems/environments (i.e. RHEL 7 and/or 8; Windows Server 2019 and/or higher)
• Must have experience with implementing Cybersecurity best practices
• Must have DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification

Desired Requirements

• AZURE, AWS, and/or Cloud Certified Solution Architect Certification
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Bachelor's Degree, or higher, in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Math

Salary

The anticipated pay range for this position is $45.00/hr to $55.00/hr. Please note that the final pay rate will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and the specific requirements of the role.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program.
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan)
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions
• corporate discount savings program and other discounts
• on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.