Overview

Cloud Engineer

Remote | Washington D.C. | As Needed Onsite/Must be local

Active Secret Clearance Required

Summary

Our client is an employee and Service-Disabled, Veteran-owned Small Business focused on providing niche technical services. They are a team of experienced cybersecurity professionals with a track record of success in the Federal, Commercial, and Academic workspaces. Additionally, our client designs, builds, operates, and secures scalable cloud and IT infrastructures to meet their customers’ near-term needs and fulfill their long-term requirements.

Responsibilities

Our client is looking for a Cloud Engineer to join their team! The Cloud Engineer is a professional who designs, implements, and manages cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services. The Cloud Engineer works with various cloud services, such as compute, storage, networking, security, analytics, and DevOps, to create scalable, reliable, and secure cloud applications and infrastructure to serve our client's user base. Our client's team collaborates with Infrastructure and Platform teams as well as Cyber Risk Management.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in cloud computing, preferably with Microsoft Azure or AWS
• Windows Server and hands-on configuration management experience is required
• Strong proficiency with core Microsoft Domain technologies, such as Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy, SCCM, and Certificate Technologies
• Familiarity with PAM solutions like CyberArk
• Knowledge of cloud architecture principles, patterns, and best practices
• Experience in using cloud technologies, such as virtual machines, app services, object storage, virtual networks, directory services, cloud monitoring, and Cloud Security, Governance, and Compliance
• Experience in using DevOps tools, such as CLI, PowerShell Scripting, Resource Manager, DevOps Services, and DevTest Labs
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, to design and troubleshoot cloud solutions
• Ability to effectively diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with Windows Server
• Communication and collaboration skills, to work effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members
• Project management and organizational skills, to plan and execute cloud projects within budget and time constraints
• Continuous learning and adaptation skills, to keep up with the latest trends and technologies in cloud computing
• Ability to design new project requirements and document process and procedures during planning and deployment phases
• Experience with endpoint configuration management tools, such as SCCM, to deploy, update, and manage cloud-based devices and applications
• Previous examples of successful endpoint configuration management projects, such as migrating devices to a cloud-based platform, automating patch management, or optimizing device performance and security

Preferred Requirements

• Recent DoD or IC-related experience

Education/Certification Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience is required

Clearance Requirements

• Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; an active Secret clearance is required.

Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. -------------- About UsNorthern Virginia-based Precision Solutions is an expert in staffing solutions for companies of any size that open the door to new opportunities and seek outstanding talent. We pride ourselves on being versatile enough to tailor our relationships to the needs of each individual client, being agile in the fast-paced marketplace, and being precise in meeting the needs of any company. Equal Opportunity Employer StatementPrecision Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.