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Lead Cloud Engineer

Jobright.ai

Join to apply for the Lead Cloud Engineer role at Jobright.ai 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Lead Cloud Engineer role at Jobright.ai Jobright is an AI-powered career platform that helps job seekers discover the top opportunities in the US. We are NOT a staffing agency. Jobright does not hire directly for these positions. We connect you with verified openings from employers you can trust. Job Summary: NextGen Federal Systems is an innovative technology and professional services provider specializing in advanced software solutions. They are seeking a Lead Cloud Engineer who will be responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and oversight of cloud infrastructure on their Federal Law Enforcement program. Responsibilities:

  • Architect scalable, secure, and highly available cloud infrastructure solutions following industry best practices
  • Define and enforce cloud architecture standards to ensure consistency, security, performance, and efficiency
  • Monitor cloud environments (e.g., AWS and Azure) for performance issues, troubleshoot complex problems, and resolve bottlenecks to maintain system health and reliability
  • Implement and manage robust security protocols and practices in line with industry standards and government regulations to ensure system compliance
  • Lead efforts to optimize cloud spend by analyzing usage, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and implementing effective cost management strategies
  • Leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation to automate deployment, scaling, and management of cloud infrastructure
  • Support cloud-native development models including the use of containers, Kubernetes, and microservices to enhance flexibility and scalability
  • Provide mentorship and technical leadership to a team of cloud engineers, ensuring adherence to cloud governance policies and delivery excellence
  • Collaborate with enterprise IT, security, and development teams to integrate cloud services with existing infrastructure and solutions
  • Stay up to date with emerging cloud technologies and industry trends to continuously improve the organization’s cloud strategy
Qualifications: Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Management, or a related field
  • Minimum of six (6) years of recent experience (within the last two years) providing cloud engineering support similar in scope to the work described in the PWS
  • Demonstrated experience with cloud-native architectures, including containerization (e.g., Docker), orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes), and microservices
  • Deep expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, with a solid understanding of cloud computing components such as networking, storage, compute, and security
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell for automation and infrastructure management
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams, with strong collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional teamwork
Company: NextGen Federal Systems designs, develops, implements, and manages information technology and software solutions. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Morgantown, West Virginia, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jobright.ai by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Cloud Engineer jobs in Washington, DC . Junior Full Stack Software Engineer (JAVA) Washington, DC $80,000.00-$120,000.00 2 weeks ago McLean, VA $85,000.00-$95,000.00 1 week ago Fort Meade, MD $12,000.00-$150,000.00 1 month ago Front-End Software Engineer (Web Developer) Columbia, MD $100,000.00-$110,000.00 2 days ago Washington, DC $65,000.00-$400,000.00 1 week ago College Park, MD $84,600.00-$119,650.00 3 hours ago Fort Meade, MD $70,000.00-$100,000.00 1 month ago Annapolis Junction, MD $80,000.00-$120,000.00 6 days ago Columbia, MD $70,000.00-$190,000.00 2 weeks ago Washington, DC $65,000.00-$70,000.00 10 hours ago Annapolis Junction, MD $130,000.00-$270,000.00 1 month ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobright.ai

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