Cloud Engineer​/Windows Server Admin – Position

Contract Length: 6 months with the possibility of extending based on performance.
Local Richmond, VA candidates preferred.

REMOTE ONLY – Must pick up equipment in person.

Per the manager:
This is a hybrid role with 80% Cloud Engineering duties and 20% Server Admin responsibilities.

Design, implement, and maintain scalable technology assets leveraging AWS cloud technologies. Provide end-user support, system administration, and problem resolution in our mixed Windows Server environment (Server 2016, Server 2019, Server 2022).

The client’s Developmental Services’ Office of Information Services and Technology (IS&T) is seeking a Cloud Engineer with intermediate expertise in solution development within a modern cloud-based ecosystem.

The role involves hands-on solution engineering on the AWS cloud platform, designing APIs, automating cloud infrastructure provisioning, implementing security best practices, and applying Dev Ops methodologies to streamline development and deployment processes.

• Implement and maintain full-stack cloud-native solutions on AWS.
• Build responsive and user-friendly front-end applications using React, Node.js, and Type Script.
• Leverage native cloud services to design, develop, and maintain cloud-based solutions.
• Develop and maintain APIs tailored for cloud environments using AWS API Gateway.
• Implement cloud networking concepts, including VPCs, subnets, and security groups.
• Adopt cloud security best practices, including IAM.
• Implement serverless computing and event-driven architecture using AWS Lambda and AWS Dynamo
  
  DB.
• Automate cloud infrastructure management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) via AWS Cloud Formation, AWS SAM, and Terraform.
• Script and automate tasks using Python.
• Set up monitoring, logging, and alerting with AWS Cloud Watch and Cloud Trail.
• Optimize deployment pipelines for CI/CD using AWS Code Build, Code Deploy, and Code Pipeline.
• Collaborate with senior team members and business owners to deliver robust cloud-based solutions that improve the customer experience.
• Assist in designing scalable and resilient cloud engineering solutions aligned with business needs.
• Ensure comprehensive testing, security compliance, and operational stability of solutions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
• Contribute to research and development initiatives and participate in technology skill-enhancement programs.
• Provide Microsoft server and network administration support, including end-user and vendor support.
• Use personal computers, analyze data, document procedures, resolve technical issues, prepare reports, and provide desktop system support for users with varied technical knowledge.
• Operate and administer Windows Servers and various SaaS environments.

• Intermediate proficiency with the AWS Cloud Platform and familiarity with standard software engineering industry best practices.
• Strong experience implementing full-stack web applications leveraging React, Node.js, Type Script on the front end, and implementing serverless back-end APIs using AWS Lambda and No
  
  SQL databases (e.g., AWS Dynamo
  
  DB).
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Node.js).
• Solid understanding of version control (Git), Dev Ops practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across diverse teams and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Passion for learning new technologies and staying updated on tech trends.

• Experience in on-prem (Windows Server), cloud, and hybrid infrastructure, with a focus on delivering scalable, resilient, and secure solutions.
• Industry certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect/Developer – Associate level).
• Microsoft Server Engineer certifications.

• Windows Server Administration (Server 2019 & Server 2022) – 10 years required.
• Intermediate proficiency with AWS Cloud Platform – 5 years required.
• Strong experience implementing full-stack web applications leveraging React, Node.js, Type Script and serverless back-end APIs – 5 years required.
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Power Shell, Node.js) – 8 years required.
• Solid understanding of version control (Git), Dev Ops practices, and CI/CD pipelines – 5 years required.