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 experience with cloud platform services and DevOps practices such as infrastructure as code and confirmation management automation.ContributionsResponsibilities include:Identify and implement the most optimal cloud-based solutions for the customerDesign, develop, and deploy modular cloud-based systemsUnderstand the needs of stakeholders and convey this to developersAutomate and improve configuration, provisioning, deployment, and release processesTest and examine code written by others and analyze resultsEnsure that systems are safe and secure against cybersecurity threatsIdentify technical problems, perform root cause analysis, and develop software updates and ‘fixes’Work 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 membersQualificationsRequired:Ability 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 experience5+ Years of Experience architecting, designing, developing, and implementing cloud solutions5+ Years of Experience with cloud platforms, with deep AWS expertise 5+ Years of Experience with Git SCM providers such as GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket5+ Years of Experience with systems development in an Agile environment5+ Years of Experience implementing infrastructure as code and orchestration5+ Years of Experience integrating deployments with industry standard DevSecOps tooling and orchestrationMust possess an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification or an AWS Associate-, Professional-, or Specialty-level certificationPreferred:Excellent 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 analyticsAbout 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: 7955Clearance Requirement: Public Trust