AWS Systems Engineer
Cogent Infotech Corp
AWS Systems Engineer - Washington, DC - 100% Onsite - 90-95/hr - 11 month contract Our client, a federal government agency, is seeking an AWS Systems Engineer familiar with AWS GovCloud to build applications in compliance with FedRAMP or FISMA. This project starts 2/2/2026 with the possibility of renewal after 12/31/2026. Responsibilities: Your duties and responsibilities include the below tasks, but are not limited to them:
- Design and create custom build cloud applications
- Set up and configure DevSecOps for cloud environments
- Work cross functionally with the cloud platform team and development team to build, manage, and enable the underlying cloud infrastructure and platforms in support of a business application development project.
- 10 years of overall experience in IT where at least 5 are dedicated to supporting Cloud Technologies and Application development.
- Develop software according to software development lifecycles (SDLCs), including DevOps, Agile, Lean, or Iterative.
- Designing, deploying, and migrating secure and maintainable systems for Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS) environments.
- Proficient in at least one high-level programming language such as Python, PowerShell, or Infrastructure as Code (AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK, Terraform, etc.). Python 3.x data engineering with pandas, Databricks, or SPARK preferred.
- DevOps, CI/CD pipelines and automation, containers, and related best practices for cloud deployment. Experience with GitLab or Azure DevOps preferred.
- Service offerings in Amazon Web Services (AWS) and government platform experience preferred.
- Understanding of cloud-based architectures, web servers, caching, application servers, load balancers, and storage. Experience with AWS Load Balancer.
- Familiarity with loose coupling, stateless systems, and best practices for designing cloud-ready applications.
- Understanding of cloud federation technologies such as SAML, Okta, OAuth, and
- OpenID Connect and how to apply these technologies to enterprise and public-facing applications.
- Understanding of cloud vendor cost structures and the ability to optimize solutions for cost effectiveness.
- Experience transitioning legacy systems to cloud-ready architecture.
- Understanding of RESTful Web Services, XML, or JSON. Experience with AWS API Gateway.
- Awareness of cloud information security risks and best practices, especially in a highly secure operating environment.
- Familiarity with government cloud deployments (FedRAMP, FISMA, high security environments, etc.)
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field.
- Experience with direct configuration and management of AWS components, including
- CloudTrail, CloudWatch, S3, RDS or Aurora, PostgresSQL, Lambda, Glue or MWAA (Airflow)
- Experience with designing or implementing cloud architectures for analytics/data processing/machine learning use-cases, such as data lakes, lake formations, etc.
- Experience with containerization as a strategy for cloud-enabling legacy applications such as Docker and Kubernetes (AWS EKS, ECS, or Fargate preferred)
- Familiarity with the Well Architected Framework.
- Experience with defining platform requirements.
- Experience integrating with enterprise observability platforms such as Splunk.
- Experience with Data Quality testing tooling (e.g., Great Expectations, Glue Data Quality)
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the AWS Systems Engineer in Washington DC vacancy
- Overview Amyx is seeking to hire Systems Engineer Cloud Certified Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support our Army client at the Pentagon.... ...proven experience using one of the major cloud service (example AWS) providers currently running within the DoD. The SME will...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeFor contractorsFlexible hours
$160k - $210k
MTSI is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Systems Engineer whose primary function will be to work with Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting... ...field specific certifications. For example - cloud (e.g. CCSP, AWS Solutions Architect), offensive security (e.g. OSCP, GPEN),...Amazon Web ServiceContract workFor contractors$154.05k - $278.48k
Leidos has an exciting opportunity for a Elasticsearch Systems Engineer (SME) in our Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business Area... ...troubleshooting support in the Elastic environments in both cloud (AWS) and on prem. This role will also collaborate with...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeImmediate startFlexible hours$172.04k - $207k
As Sr. Systems Engineer III (6706), you’ll serve as chief technologist across software architecture, AI/ML systems, data and enterprise integration... ....Hands‑on with AI/ML platforms, data pipelines, cloud (AWS/Azure), containerization, and security patterns.SALARY RANGE:...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeLocal area- ...are seeking an experienced Trusted Internet Connections (TIC) System Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure network perimeter defenses... ...establish cloud networks using various cloud providers like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.Design network architectures...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeLocal area
$131.3k - $237.35k
...an exciting opening for you, as our next TS/SCI cleared Senior Systems Engineer, to play a critical role with design, engineering, development... ...experience, especially Java and PythonExperience with AWS cloud-based architecture, services, and software development#NMECDTP...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeContract workFor contractorsRemote workFlexible hours- ...About the role Seeking a skilled AWS Systems Engineer to join our team supporting government contracts. The ideal candidate will have a Top Secret security clearance and experience managing Windows Server environments in the AWS cloud. This role involves working...Amazon Web Service
Falcon IT & Staffing Solutions
Alexandria, VA1 day ago $98k - $163k
Job Family:Systems EngineeringTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Active Top Secret... ...seeking a highly capable Senior Systems Engineer to support a large-scale federal enterprise... ...VDI) environments.Experience with Azure, AWS, or hybrid cloud environments.Experience...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeFlexible hours- DescriptionSenior Systems Engineer (Hybrid) - TS/SCI Xcelerate Solutions has an exciting opening for you, as our next TS/SCI cleared Senior Systems... ...experience, especially Java and PythonExperience with AWS cloud-based architecture, services, and software developmentAbout...Amazon Web ServiceContract workFor contractorsRemote workFlexible hours
$130k - $216k
Job Family:Systems EngineeringTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will DoGuidehouse is seeking a Senior AWS Systems Engineer to support a large-scale federal cloud modernization initiative. This role requires a highly technical...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeFlexible hours- Computer Technologies Consultants (CTC) is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support a government customer in Washington, DC. With offices... ...preferred, such as:NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA)AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or ProfessionalRequired...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeContract workFor contractorsWork experience placementLocal areaShift workWeekend work
- ...Consultants (CTC) is seeking an Enterprise Data Storage Systems (EDSS) Senior Storage Systems Engineer to support a government customer in Manassas, VA and... ...supporting cloud and hybrid storage services, including Azure/AWS S3 connectivity, cloud tiering, AWS FSxN, S3, EBS, EFS...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeContract workFor contractorsWork at officeLocal areaShift workWeekend work
$107.9k - $195.05k
Leidos has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Endpoint Security Systems Engineer in our Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business... ...toolsExperience with Cloud Computing Technologies/Amazon Web Services (AWS)Experience integrating endpoint security tool findings with...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeImmediate startFlexible hours$184k - $287.5k
We are seeking a Linux Systems Engineer to join our Infrastructure Engineering team, dedicated to supporting high-performance EDA compute farms... ...(e.g., RHCE, CKA).Proven experience managing GCP and AWS compute services Experience with using LLMs to build and manage...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeWork experience placementRemote work$185.38k - $197.98k
...of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to develop system requirements... ...assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and... ...Systems Engineering Professional (ESEP). AWS/Azure Certified Solutions Architect...Amazon Web ServiceLentech Inc.
Laurel, MD22 days ago$145k - $155k
...Technology /Full-time /RemoteAn experienced Linux Engineer to join our infrastructure team and serve... ...and virtual desktops running across AWS and VMware platforms. The successful... ...workloads.Key Tasks & ResponsibilitiesLinux Systems Administration & TroubleshootingManage,...Amazon Web ServicePermanent employmentFull timeLocal areaRemote work- ...Job Description Job Description Junior Systems Engineer Company Overview: Dutch Ridge Consulting Group, LLC (DRCG) is an ISO 90... ...such as DNS, VDI, SAN, LAN, WLAN, VLAN, firewalls PKI, Azure, AWS, and suite of M365 Administration tools Qualifications/Requirements...Amazon Web ServiceWork at office
Dutch Ridge Consulting Group
Alexandria, VA3 days ago $107.9k - $195.05k
Azure Cloud Systems EngineerLocation: Suitland, MDClearance Required: Active TS/SCILeidos is seeking an Azure Cloud Systems Engineer in Suitland, MD to design, implement, and maintain enterprise... ..., deployment, and monitoring (AWS, Azure).Skilled with PowerShell, Python...Amazon Web ServiceFull time- ...HR for the FBI's Time and Attendance (T&A) and payroll reporting systems, primarily GovTA. This role will assist in ensuring compliance... ...working with relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle), cloud (AWS), and Linux-based infrastructures.Demonstrated experience leading...Amazon Web ServiceFull time
Bow Wave LLC
Washington DC24 days ago $126.89k - $166.13k
...is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners... ...looking for a Senior Systems and Network Engineer to own the classical infrastructure layer... ...with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid on-prem/cloud environmentsExperience...Amazon Web ServicePermanent employmentContract workWork at officeRemote work$190k - $200k
...continues to grow. We are actively hiring ElasticSearch Systems Engineer with TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to support a program in... ...support in the Elastic environments in both cloud (AWS) and on prem. Primary Responsibilities: Maintain Elasticsearch...Amazon Web ServiceContract workWork experience placementAcclaim Technical Services
Bethesda, MD24 days ago- ...reliability targets, and compliance controls. Mentor senior engineers and lead proofs of concept and technical assessments. Coordinate... .... ~ Hands-on experience with AI/ML platforms, data pipelines, AWS or Azure, containerization, and security patterns. ~ Ability...Amazon Web ServiceFull timeFlexible hours
MetroStar
Washington DC13 days ago - ...Job Description Job Description GCyber is seeking a Systems Engineer (DevSecOps and ICAM) to help support our government customer. The... ...with any of the following preferred: JISG Access Controls AWS cloud engineering, IAM, and security services Ansible...Amazon Web Service
GCyber
Arlington, VA24 days ago - ...its field, is composed of an elite team of engineers and business consultants, each of whom is... ...for a mid to senior level experienced Systems / Enterprise Engineer to support enterprise... ...servers, networks, and systems. AWS Cloud Essential: • 3+ years experience in...Amazon Web ServiceTemporary workRemote work
Ashburn Consulting
Washington DC11 days ago - ...Systems Engineer (DevSecOps) This is a foundational hire with room to grow. You will be responsible for the operational layer of a fast... ...evolve a modern stack: macOS/iOS user endpoints, Linux servers, AWS infrastructure, Cloudflare for edge services and ZTNA, and a...Amazon Web ServiceTemporary work
Elite Technical
Washington DCa month ago $129.2k - $174.8k
...around the world, and we’ve designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance... ...and solution-oriented System Development Engineer to join our Regulatory Engineering team... ...- Experience building services using AWS productsPreferred qualification - Experience...Amazon Web ServicePermanent employmentFlexible hours- Position: Senior Consultant, Financial Systems Engineering Location: Arlington, VAJob Id: 246... ...and maintain data pipelines, APIs, and cloud-based systems (AWS or similar)Develop software, scripts, or systems to automate...Amazon Web ServicePermanent employmentH1bVisa sponsorship
- ...Description Job Description: Vexterra is looking to fill a Windows Systems Engineer and Administrator position within the Analysis Solutions... ...to obtain one Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of AWS or Azure cloud services and the cloud ecosystem. Experience...Amazon Web ServiceShift work
Vexterra Group
Bethesda, MD24 days ago - ...Job Description Job Description Career Title: Systems Engineer Department: Information Technology Salary: Competitive salary commensurate... ...Certifications such as ITIL, CISSP, CISM, Security+, Azure/AWS, PMP, or similar leadership/technical credentials. What...Amazon Web ServiceWork experience placementWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hours
American Nurses Association ANA
Silver Spring, MD16 days ago $99.1k - $160k
...technologies while becoming a core part of the largest cloud infrastructure on the planet? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Systems Development Engineer I to own and advance mission-critical services in our Amazon Dedicated Clouds (ADC).We are looking for a...Amazon Web ServiceFlexible hours
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to AWS Systems Engineer. Be the first to apply!
Related searches
- application system engineer Washington DC
- sr systems engineer Washington DC
- software system engineer Washington DC
- distributed systems engineer Washington DC
- ground systems engineer Washington DC
- healthcare systems engineer Washington DC
- visual systems engineer Washington DC
- space systems engineer Washington DC
- senior windows systems engineer Washington DC
- electronic systems engineer Washington DC