Cloud Engineer (Mid)

We are seeking a Mid-Level Cloud Engineer to support the migration and modernization of mission-critical applications within AWS GovCloud (US). This role will focus on executing a secure lift-and-shift migration of a complex SQL Server-based application with numerous interconnected system dependencies. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with AWS infrastructure, strong troubleshooting skills, and a solid understanding of secure cloud environments support federal/government workloads. This individual will work in an Agile team environment and contribute to documentation, implementation, and operational sustainment efforts.

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and maintain infrastructure within AWS GovCloud (US) environments; Execute lift-and-shift migration of on-premises workloads, including SQL Server databases, application servers, dependent services and integrations; Analyze and map application dependencies to ensure seamless migration and minimal downtime; Implement cloud networking components (VPCs, subnets, routing, security groups, NACLs); Configure and manage EC2, EBS, load balancers, IAM policies, and backup solutions; Support high availability, backup, disaster recovery, and failover configuration; Monitor system performance and troubleshoot infrastructure and application issues; Apply security best practices aligned with federal compliance requirements; Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation (architecture diagrams, SOPs, runbooks, migration plans); Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives)

Requirements

Active Top Secret Security Clearance; 3-5 years of experience in cloud engineering or related infrastructure roles; Hands-on experience with AWS GovCloud; Experience migrating on-premises workloads to cloud environments (lift-and-shift preferred); Experience in managing Windows Server environments; Familiarity with core AWS fundamentals such as: VPC design and networking fundamentals, IAM and least-privilege access controls, backup and disaster recovery strategies; Working knowledge of infrastructure-as-code (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform); Experience with monitoring and logging tools; Strong documentation and communication skills; Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Nice to have

AWS certification (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional); Experience supporting government cloud environments; Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines; Experience with configuration management tools; Knowledge of compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST)

Benefits

Medical Coverage – Cigna - 4 Options; Dental Coverage – Cigna - PPO Base & Buy-Up Plans; Vision Coverage – Principal - VSP Choice Network; Paid Holidays: Full-time employees receive 11 paid federal holidays; Paid Time Off (PTO) – PTO accrual starts at 15 days per year; Training Benefit – Annual training allowance available toward any job-related training or education; 401(k) – Multiple Fund Choices through Fidelity with a company match