AWS Cloud Engineer

Light Feather is seeking a AWS Cloud Engineer 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 Dev Ops 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 20036
• Job Type: Full Time
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
• Clearance Requirement:
  Willing to obtain a security clearance

• 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, Cloud Formation, 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 Git Lab, Jenkins, and AWS Code Pipeline to streamline deployments.
• Monitoring & Optimization:
  Utilize AWS Cloud Watch, Cloud Trail, 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, Power Shell, 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, Dev Ops teams, and security engineers to align AWS solutions with mission objectives.

• US Citizenship.
• Willing to obtain a security clearance.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cloud engineering, Dev Ops, 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).
• Dev Ops & Automation:
  Hands‑on experience with Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Git Hub, and AWS Dev Ops 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, Power Shell, Bash, and YAML/JSON for cloud automation and system management.

• 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.

At Light Feather, you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining a purpose‑driven team that delivers innovative, mission‑critical solutions to make a real difference. You’ll work on diverse, meaningful projects that challenge and inspire you, alongside some of the best minds in the industry.