Senior AWS DevOps / Cloud Engineer (TS/SCI)
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior AWS DevOps / Cloud Engineer to support mission-critical programs within a classified environment. This individual will play a key role in designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable cloud infrastructure while ensuring compliance with federal security standards.
This role requires strong experience across AWS architecture, DevOps practices, Kubernetes, and compliance frameworks, with the ability to operate effectively in air-gapped and high-security environments.
Key Responsibilities
AWS Cloud & Infrastructure
- Design and implement AWS cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC), primarily with Terraform
- Build and manage AWS landing zones and automate account provisioning
- Configure and maintain AWS networking components including VPCs, Transit Gateways, and IPsec VPNs
- Develop and manage monitoring solutions using CloudWatch dashboards
- Implement cost optimization and financial tracking using AWS Cost Explorer and custom dashboards
- Support foundational services including DNS, NTP, and directory services (LDAP/Active Directory)
- Integrate AWS with enterprise identity providers using SAML/OIDC and PKI solutions
- Work within classified/air-gapped environments, addressing unique infrastructure challenges
DevOps & Platform Engineering
- Design, deploy, and manage Kubernetes clusters in secure environments
- Containerize and modernize legacy applications into Docker (OCI) containers
- Integrate third-party tools and services into Kubernetes ecosystems
- Manage container networking, storage, and load balancing solutions
- Develop automation and scripting solutions using tools such as Terraform and Python
- Support CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps methodologies
Security & Compliance
- Implement and maintain security controls aligned with NIST 800-53
- Support compliance with DoD CC SRG IL4/IL5/IL6 requirements
- Utilize AWS security services including Security Hub, GuardDuty, and Config
- Collaborate with government stakeholders to support ATO (Authority to Operate) processes
- Ensure continuous monitoring, auditing, and inventory management of cloud environments
Required Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI+ clearance (required)
- 5+ years of experience in infrastructure architecture, networking, and database systems
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in:
- AWS cloud architecture and implementation
- Distributed systems design and deployment
- DevOps tools and methodologies
- Strong experience with AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, IAM, VPC
- Experience with Terraform and scripting languages such as Python
- Experience architecting, deploying, and operating solutions in AWS, including cloud migrations and modernization efforts
- Familiarity with federal security requirements and working in regulated environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting classified or air-gapped environments
- Prior experience supporting DoD ATO processes
- Strong understanding of Kubernetes ecosystems and container orchestration
- Experience integrating enterprise identity solutions and PKI with cloud environments
- Familiarity with cost optimization strategies in AWS environments
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $180,000 - $225,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.
