Senior Cloud Engineer - AWS

Job Description:

We have an immediate opening for a Senior Cloud Engineer to provide support for the Navy Black Pearl and AWS DevSecOps (DSO) programs which entails delivering an efficient and compliant architecture that will maintain DON framework throughout the sustainment process. This includes providing oversight and integration capabilities that will enable leaders to effectively plan, manage, execute, and monitor AWS DSO operations and MOLZ.

Responsibilities:

• Design and manage cloud infrastructure which includes evaluating legacy applications and systems to determine viability to be migrated or transferred to cloud services

• Deploy, configure, secure, and monitor various AWS services using Black Pearl and AWS DevOps pipelines
• Collaborate with engineering and development teams to evaluate and identify optimal solutions

• Review and develop hybrid multi-cloud solution architectures to include ServiceNow and Cloud Control Tower FINOPS automation platforms for integration into AWS services
• Implement DevSecOps processes and CI/CD tools to automate software delivery platform on premise or in the Cloud
• Develop automated security policy configurations for standardization of new environments using configuration management and provisioning software
• Assist with implementation of test automation strategy and processes
• Implement version control and artifact repositories
• Create Engineering documentation and procedures to implement tools into the environment
• Participate in all Agile processes to create user stories and to assist in developing Sprints and Releases
• Work with other support contractors to facilitate completion of various project related tasks including, but not limited to high level policy development, architecture reviews, program increment and project readiness reviews
• Participate in the creation of cost guardrails, processes, and procedures that galvanize a culture of cost ownership and efficiency

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate for the Senior Cloud Engineer position will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud architecture, design, and implementation in an enterprise environment with multiple competing initiatives and tight project deadlines with many dependencies. They should have a proven track record of successfully developing complex cloud migration projects with competing priorities.
• The candidate should have experience working with technical teams, stakeholders, and industry partners to identify and manage dependencies, prioritize projects, and ensure timely delivery of cloud solutions. They should have a strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools and be able to effectively manage project timelines, budgets, and risks.
• Minimum SECRET clearance and security certification such as Sec or CISSP
• In-depth Understanding of DevOps principles
• Knowledge of software development, scripting languages, and a background in designing web services in the cloud
• Experience in Linux shell programming/scripting
• 3 years of experience with administering AWS DevSecOps tools
• 3 years of experience with administering provisioning and configuration management tools like Terraform, Bicep, Ansible, Salt Stack, Puppet, etc.
• 2 years of experience with containers and microservices
• 5 years of experience with designing and administering Dev / Test environments

• 5 years of experience deploying services and systems into a production environment
• 5 years of providing SME level support for an Enterprise Service Desk department
• Previous participation in the design of deployment automation and experience supporting deployments
• Hands on experience implementing technologies in the areas of Software Configuration Management, Environment Management, Testing Lifecycle Management, Release Automation, Workflow Management, Defect Management, and Cloud Migration
• Ability to think independently with minimal oversight, as well as demonstrate exceptional written and oral communications skills
• AWS certifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with DON enterprise architectures is a plus
• Familiarity with Black Pearl preferred but not required

About LATG:

LATG has won the Top Workplace designation 4 years in a row, distinguishing itself by prioritizing employees and relationships. At LATG, team members are hand selected, competitively compensated, and encouraged to maximize continuing education opportunities. We pride ourselves on our results and believe that teamwork is the backbone of success.

We understand that in order to produce results, team members must be able to recharge. With the employee in mind, we offer generous paid time off (PTO) to full-time employees and options for bereavement and military leave.

Employees are taken care of, offering numerous wellness programs including:

• Company subsidized medical and prescription drug coverage
• Health Savings Account option
• Company paid short/long term disability and life insurance
• Voluntary vision and dental coverage
• Voluntary supplemental insurances such as accident, cancer, critical illness, and hospital indemnity

Financial peace of mind is prioritized, offering a generous company match in our 401(k) program, 100% vested on day one, and access to a financial advisor.

We hire top talent and it's important that we invest in our team. We fuel growth by offering inside training, as we are certified partners to many leading technologies, and offering subsidies for work-related certifications and coursework at certified institutes.