Description

Job Title: AWS Cloud Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Cloud Engineer to provide cloud infrastructure and server administration support to the Propulsion Integration Division (AFLCMC/LPZ). The Cloud Engineer will work closely under the Technical Lead to sustain, secure, and optimize cloud-based environments (AWS) that enable critical Air Force mission operations.

The ability to obtain a security clearance is REQUIRED.

A Security+ Certification is REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

  • Perform server administration of production, development, and test environments hosted within Amazon Web Services (AWS).
  • Support the sustainment and optimization of CEMS cloud development environments.
  • Analyze system requirements and securely integrate CEMS components to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO).
  • Assess and recommend computing, networking, and security configurations for the CEMS cloud infrastructure.
  • Support the implementation and/or replacement of the CEMS Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) solution within a government-approved cloud environment.
  • Configure and leverage AWS cloud-native services for infrastructure provisioning and resource management.
  • Collaborate with the Information Assurance (IA)/Cyber Security team to support compliance activities, including Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Plan of Actions & Milestones (POA&Ms), vulnerability management, remediation, and mitigation.
  • Conduct system performance tuning, patching, and updates in alignment with Air Force cybersecurity requirements.
  • Provide recommendations to improve cloud infrastructure security, performance, and cost optimization.
  • Ensure continuous system availability, reliability, and maintainability to meet or exceed 99% system uptime requirements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in cloud engineering or systems administration roles.
  • Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) infrastructure and services.
  • Strong understanding of cloud architecture, security principles, and system integration.
  • Familiarity with Identity and Access Management (IAM/ICAM) concepts.
  • Experience in system hardening and compliance with DoD STIGs and cybersecurity best practices.
  • Proficiency in infrastructure provisioning using cloud-native tools (CloudFormation, Terraform, AWS CLI, etc.).
  • Experience with vulnerability management, patching, and system remediation activities.

Benefits

  • Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, Dental
  • Matching 401K
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Pet Insurance
  • Professional Development/Education Reimbursement
  • Parking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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