Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Description

As a Cloud Engineer, you will support the Infrastructure & Operations (I&O) teams in implementing and operationalizing cloud-native infrastructure solutions in AWS. The Cloud Engineering team, part of I&O, builds reusable Terraform modules to ensure security and compliance, provides self-service offerings that enable teams to deploy infrastructure in a governed way, and supports the stability and reliability of the enterprise cloud platform. You possess deep technical expertise in AWS and Terraform Cloud with proven ability to write production-grade infrastructure as code, develop reusable Terraform modules, and drive complex cloud infrastructure projects to completion. You will participate in design discussions, implement infrastructure solutions, and provide hands-on technical support to internal customers.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain reusable Terraform modules following best practices and HashiCorp module standards
• Implement cloud infrastructure solutions using Terraform Cloud and AWS services adhering to infrastructure as code principles
• Write, test, validate, and peer-review Terraform code ensuring quality, security, and maintainability
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Octopus Deploy for infrastructure automation
• Participate in design discussions and technical planning sessions with architects and engineering teams
• Provide technical support and guidance to internal customers on infrastructure implementation and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with application teams and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical infrastructure solutions
• Operationalize cloud platforms for operational excellence, security, reliability, performance, cost optimization, and resiliency through AWS Well-Architected Framework
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for cloud infrastructure
• Identify and resolve infrastructure issues, performance bottlenecks, and security vulnerabilities
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, backlog grooming, and retrospectives in JIRA
• Drive infrastructure projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards
• Document infrastructure architecture, runbooks, and technical procedures
• Stay current with AWS services, Terraform features, and cloud infrastructure best practices
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or technical institute degree/certificate or equivalent work experience
• 5 years of relevant experience in cloud infrastructure engineering
• 3 years of hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and architecture
• 3 years of production experience with Terraform and infrastructure as code
• Proven experience developing reusable Terraform modules with proper versioning and documentation
• Strong expertise with Terraform Cloud including workspaces, state management, and remote execution
• Experience with CI/CD tools: GitHub Actions and Octopus Deploy
• Strong understanding of AWS services including VPC, EC2, ECS/EKS, Lambda, RDS, S3, IAM, CloudWatch
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and JIRA
• Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and GitOps workflows
• Strong scripting skills: Python, Bash, or PowerShell
• Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems
• Understanding of networking concepts: VPCs, subnets, security groups, load balancers, DNS
• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements in cloud environments
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and drive projects to completion
  
  
  

Preferences

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate or Professional
• Experience with AWS Account Factory for Terraform (AFT)
• Experience with containerization technologies: Docker, ECS, EKS, Kubernetes
• Experience with configuration management tools: Ansible, Chef, Puppet
• Knowledge of serverless architecture and AWS Lambda
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools: CloudWatch, Datadog, New Relic
• Familiarity with database technologies: PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB
• Experience with cloud migration projects
• Background in software development or DevOps engineering
• Experience with cost optimization and FinOps practices
• Knowledge of security scanning tools and vulnerability management
  
  
  

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fort Mill, SC.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Fort Mill,SC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
  
  
  

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.