Cloud Engineer

OverviewAs a Cloud Engineer, you will work within our growing DevSecOps practice delivering features to support cloud migration, cloud optimization, and cloud deployment. We are looking for candidates with 3-5 years of experience with cloud platform services and DevOps practices such as infrastructure as code and confirmation management automation.ContributionsResponsibilities includeIdentify and implement the most optimal cloud-based solutions for the customerDesign, develop, and deploy modular cloud-based systemsUnderstanding the needs of stakeholders and conveying this to developersAutomate and improve configuration, provisioning, deployment, and release processesTesting and examining code written by others and analyzing resultsEnsuring that systems are safe and secure against cybersecurity threatsIdentifying technical problems, performing root cause analysis, and developing software updates and ‘fixes’Working with software developers and DevSecOps engineers to ensure that development follows established processes and works as intendedSupport enterprise Cloud applications or infrastructure through infrastructure as code including any activities around automated server or network configurations, large-scale software deployments, and monitoring and testingEnsure efficient functioning of data storage and process functions in accordance with organizational security policies and best practicesDocument as-is state of the environment, perform a gap analysis, and produce artifacts that articulate options and recommendationsIdentify, analyze, and resolve infrastructure vulnerabilities and application deployment issuesAct as an individual contributor and mentor more junior team membersEngineer and implement solutions and provide recommendations for continuous improvement for the services providedPresent regular status updates and provide cross training to other team members.QualificationsRequiredAbility to obtain a U.S. government Security ClearanceBS Degree in an IT field OR BS in a non-IT field and 2 years related IT experience3 Years of Experience architecting, designing, developing, and implementing cloud solutions3 Years of Experience with GCP3 Years of Experience with Git SCM providers such as GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket3 Years of Experience with systems development in an Agile environment3 Years of Experience implementing infrastructure as code and orchestration3 Years of Experience integrating deployments with industry standard DevSecOps tooling and orchestrationExperience with cloud-native networking components (e.g., GCP VPC)Experience with troubleshooting and resolving networking and cloud infrastructure issues PreferredExperience with AWS and/or AzureCertifications:GCP Cloud Associate Cloud EngineerGCP Cloud Professional Cloud EngineerGCP Cloud Professional DevOps EngineerAWS Certified DevOps Engineer - ProfessionalAWS Certified SysOps AssociateMicrosoft Certified: Azure Administrator AssociateSAFe DevOps CertificationExcellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skillsExperience with documenting an as-is state of the environment, perform a gap analysis, and produce artifacts that articulate options and recommendationsExperience with scripting in Concourse, Bash, PowerShell, Python, Groovy, or RubyExperience implementing docker containers and utilizing platforms such as KubernetesExperience with automation tools, including Pivotal, Chef, Terraform, CloudFormation, or AnsibleExperience in several of the following areas: database architecture, ETL, business intelligence, big data, machine learning, advanced analyticsCandidates local to the Washington, DC metro area may be asked to work on-site in Bethesda, MD approximately once per monthAbout steampunkSteampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000 to $175,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here. Identity StatementAs part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. As an employee owned company, we focus on investing in our employees to enable them to do the greatest work of their careers – and rewarding them for outstanding contributions to our growth. If you want to learn more about our story, visit .Job SummaryJob ID: 7359Clearance Requirement: Public Trust