AWS Cloud Engineer

LIGHTFEATHER IO LLC • Washington, DC

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About The Position

LightFeather is seeking a AWS Cloud Engineer who will be responsible for designing, deploying, and optimizing cloud-based infrastructure within Amazon Web Services (AWS). This role requires expertise in AWS architecture, automation, security best practices, and DevOps methodologies. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure cloud systems are secure, scalable, and compliant with federal standards. This role offers the opportunity to support high-impact cloud modernization projects within the federal sector, ensuring secure and efficient AWS platform operations.

Requirements

• US Citizenship.
• Willing to obtain a security clearance.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or systems administration, with a strong focus on AWS environments.
• Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (Preferred) or equivalent AWS certification.
• Strong knowledge of AWS IAM, encryption, security monitoring, and compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, DoD security standards).
• Hands-on experience with Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, GitHub, and AWS DevOps services.
• Experience working in multi-cloud and hybrid environments integrating AWS, Azure, and on-premise infrastructure.
• Strong proficiency in AWS networking services (VPC, Route 53, VPN, Direct Connect, and ELB).
• Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, Bash, and YAML/JSON for cloud automation and system management.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting federal agencies or DoD cloud environments.
• Hands-on experience with AWS Lambda, Kubernetes (EKS), and microservices architecture.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for troubleshooting cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure using EC2, VPC, RDS, S3, EBS, and IAM.
• Automate AWS resource provisioning and configuration using Terraform, CloudFormation, and Ansible.
• Implement cloud security best practices, including IAM roles, AWS Shield, AWS Macie, encryption, and FedRAMP compliance.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitLab, Jenkins, and AWS CodePipeline to streamline deployments.
• Utilize AWS CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and Log Insights to track system health, troubleshoot issues, and enhance performance.
• Configure and optimize AWS VPCs, Route 53, Elastic Load Balancers (ELB), and AWS Direct Connect.
• Support AWS cloud migrations and hybrid environments, integrating with on-premises and multi-cloud architectures.
• Develop automation scripts using Python, PowerShell, and Bash to improve efficiency and reduce manual workload.
• Implement AWS backup strategies, including S3 lifecycle policies, AWS Backup, and snapshot automation.
• Work closely with government agencies, DevOps teams, and security engineers to align AWS solutions with mission objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees