Amazon Web Service (AWS) Operations Engineer

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Technical Responsibilities:

• Perform operational tasks in the AWS Console including provisioning and managing Amazon EC2 instances, configuring backup policies, managing credentials, and reviewing logs.
• Configure and manage EC2 management tools such as AWS Config, Systems Manager, and Patch Manager.
• Develop and maintain AWS Lambda functions to automate operational processes.
• Support security and operational implementations with AWS-native technologies, ensuring compliance with DoD requirements.
• Propose and evaluate the use of new AWS technologies, and recommend modernization paths to improve efficiency and security.
• Support DevSecOps practices including automated testing, release pipelines, and deployment using AWS CodePipeline and related components.
• Assist migration to serverless AWS offerings to reduce operational footprint on EC2 instances.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for AWS GovCloud and Windows Server 2022 environments.
• Harden systems per DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and support compliance documentation.
• Assist with patching and remediation of Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs).
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical documentation, and reporting on system operations.
• Conduct compliance reporting and weekly data reconciliation and audits.
• Support upgrades to server operating systems and applications as needed.
• Coordinate with other system tools and services including Active Directory (AD), SCCM, ACAS, and Trellix Endpoint Security.

• Strong technical expertise in AWS GovCloud and Microsoft Windows Server environments.
• Familiarity with the following AWS Services: GuardDuty, Security Hub, AWS Inspector, AWS IAM Access Analyzer, AWS Detective, Cloudwatch, CloudTrail, Athena, Cloud Formation, Terraform
• Experience serving as a Scrum Master or facilitating Agile practices within IT operations.
• Excellent technical, organizational, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical staff and executive stakeholders.
• Ability to enforce program best practices (ticketing, documentation, reporting).
• Familiarity with DoD IT environments, compliance requirements, and cybersecurity standards.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and support teams across geographically dispersed locations.

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field from an accredited institution, or equivalent years of related work or military experience.
• Minimum of 6–8 years of relevant professional experience, including systems administration and cloud operations.
• Experience supporting DoD IT environments preferred.

• Required: Active IAT II Certification (e.g., CCNA Security, CySA , GICSP, GSEC, Security CE, SSCP) and at least one Microsoft/Windows OS certification.
• Preferred: AWS certification (e.g., AWS SysOps Administrator Associate, AWS Solutions Architect Associate) and Scrum Master or other Agile-related certification.

• Position may be based in Arlington, VA or Honolulu, HI.
• Must be on-site at least three (3) days per week.
• Occasional travel (1–2 weeks per year) within the Continental U.S. or to Hawaii may be required.
• This position may require working outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet operational or project demands.

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.