Cloud Engineer

Req ID: RQ173248Type of Requisition: RegularClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + PolygraphJob Family: Systems EngineeringSkills:Amazon Web Services (AWS),CI/CD,UI/UX DesignExperience:5 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:YesJob Description:Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Cloud Enginer at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cloud Engineer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a TS/SCI cleared Cloud Engineer joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA or St. Louis, MO.HOW A CLOUD ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACTThe Cloud Engineer will be responsible for working with highly functional development team automating service deployments; optimizing system performance; integrating with enterprise authentication services; establishing/improving system monitoring; maintaining established security protocols; provide customers technical support. The Cloud Engineer will be integrated with an agile environment participating with scrums and other meetings.Specific Duties and Responsibilities:Maintain security requirements for operation of systemsMaintain and improve existing infrastructure (build out autoscaling, support new services, optimize for cost efficiencies/authentication/search, etc)Produce detailed documentationMaintain System in AWS environment using EC2, S3, Load Balancer, RDS, and IAMManage and Maintain AWS WorkSpacesAutomate and optimize service deploymentsDelivering a full-stack web application to production; identifying and resolving operational issues in sameActively participating in technical requirements-gathering process (i.e. meetings with customers)Executing design and implementation of application features, independently / unassisted, with minimal oversightWriting and reading unit tests; understanding code-quality analysis conceptsWriting and debugging Javascript, Typescript, or closely-related languageDeveloping applications backed by a relational database; understanding RDB design conceptsWHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:Education/Experience:Bachelor's Degree in Computer Programming, Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience5+ years IT experienceMeet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements including one of the following: Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, CySA+, or CCNARequired Skills:Strong knowledge of Amazon Web ServicesStrong Troubleshooting skills at the Tier 1-3 levelAngular frontend framework; UI/UX designMicroservice-based backend architecture; integrating with COTS/FOSS software REST APIsCI/CD pipeline implementation, ideally with GitLabStrong Knowledge of Active DirectoryWindows/Linux/Ubuntu/CentOS Administration experienceDesktop supportDomain/System Administrator experienceBe a team collaboratorHave or able to receive a TS/SCI with CI PolyDesired Skills:Strong understanding of cloud APIs and interaction with the AWS/CLIExperience working with one or more programming languages (e.g. Python, Ruby, or Java)Familiarity with HTML, CSS, Markdown, and portal developmentDatabase experience with a Postgres backendExperience in automating tasks using scripted languages such as Bash, PowerShell, or PerlFamiliarity with DevOps development processes and Continuous Integration tools: GitLab, GitLab Pages, and NexusKnowledge of Confluence and JiraFamiliarity with Agile/Scrum methodologyStrong written and verbal communication skillsAnalytical and problem solving skillsDesired Certifications:AWS Certified Cloud PractitionerAgile/SAFeLocation: Springfield, VA or St. Louis, MO or Springfield, VAUS Citizenship RequiredGDIT IS YOUR PLACE:● 401K with company match● Comprehensive health and wellness packages● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays#RoverGSSWe are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.