Cloud Engineer

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Cloud Engineer to manage service provider for Army and DoD IT systems. This position will be located in Radford, VA and will be remote.

The cloud engineer designs, builds, maintains, and troubleshoots secure and scalable cloud based systems and infrastructure to meet business needs. Their responsibilities include migrating on-premises applications to the cloud, developing cloud-based applications, implementing infrastructure as code, and providing ongoing support and optimization for cloud environments. Key skills include expertise with major cloud providers like AWS, Azure, and GCP, proficiency in networking and scripting, and knowledge of automation and security best practices.

• Experience effectively managing multiple large-scale projects.
• Experience automating routine administrative tasks desired.
• Strong experience with IPSEC/VPN, and other secure transport technologies as well as Border Gateway Protocol.
• Proven experience migrating on-premises applications to the cloud.

High School with 10+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required:
  
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• CompTIA Security+.
• DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Mid to senior level Cloud Engineer experience.
• Security+ (Or equivalent IA cert) and computing environment certification (i.e. MCSD Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, etc.).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of network, storage, server, and application technologies.
• Strong knowledge of automation concepts, tools, and scripting languages (Ansible, Terraform, Python, Power Shell, Bash, Puppet, Chef, etc.).
• Working knowledge of code repositories tools such as Git.
• Working knowledge of DoD STIGs, and IA Vulnerability Management (IAVM). Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipeline experience such as Jenkins, Travis CI, AWS Code Deploy.

Pending contract award

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo  be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics  screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

* Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,…