Cloud Platform Engineer (AWS GovCloud)
Work Authorization – USC only
Onsite Location: New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20006
Duration: to the end of the year with likely extensions
Interview: Video interview with client – final could be on location
Must Have:
• sign, implement, and maintain infrastructure on AWS GovCloud platform, ensuring compliance with federal security standards
• Deploy and manage containerized applications using Amazon EKS and Kubernetes
• Support emerging AI/ML capabilities and cloud-native solutions
• Build and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform and GitLab CI/CD pipelines
Position Overview
We are seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer to design, implement, automate, and maintain secure cloud infrastructure supporting mission-critical applications and services. This role will focus on building scalable cloud-native platforms, container orchestration environments, infrastructure automation, and compliance-driven solutions within highly regulated environments.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience with AWS cloud services, Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD automation, and security best practices. This position requires collaboration across engineering, operations, security, and application development teams to deliver resilient and compliant cloud solutions.
Key Responsibilities
• Design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure in AWS environments, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.
• Deploy, manage, and optimize containerized applications using Kubernetes and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS).
• Build and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform.
• Develop, enhance, and support CI/CD pipelines to automate application and infrastructure deployments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile development environments to deliver cloud-native solutions.
• Support emerging technologies, including AI/ML platforms and cloud-based data processing capabilities.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to increase platform reliability and operational efficiency.
• Automate routine operational tasks and infrastructure management processes.
• Ensure cloud environments adhere to security, compliance, and governance requirements, including NIST 800-53 and FISMA standards.
• Participate in architecture reviews and contribute to long-term cloud strategy and modernization initiatives.
• Maintain documentation, operational procedures, and technical standards.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience designing and supporting AWS-based cloud infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration platforms.
• Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or similar automation tools.
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of cloud security principles, identity and access management, and infrastructure monitoring.
• Experience working in Agile environments and using project management and collaboration tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting AWS GovCloud environments.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53 controls, FISMA requirements, and compliance-focused cloud operations.
• Experience supporting AI/ML infrastructure, platforms, or cloud-native data services.
• Experience with GitLab, GitLab CI/CD, and Jira.
• AWS certifications such as Solutions Architect, SysOps Administrator, or DevOps Engineer.
• Experience supporting highly regulated industries, including financial services, government, or public sector organizations.
• Experience contributing to cloud architecture and modernization initiatives.
