Cloud DevOps Engineer - Windows, AWS (TS/SCI with Polygraph)

Red Alpha • Columbia, MD

136d • $180,000 - $280,000

About The Position

At Red Alpha, we are pioneers in shaping the digital landscape through cutting-edge cloud engineering solutions. Our dedicated Cloud Engineering Team is at the forefront of revolutionizing how businesses harness the power of cloud technology to drive innovation, scalability, and efficiency. If you're excited about pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the cloud space and enjoy a workplace that values both professionalism and a sense of fun, we'd love to welcome you to our team! Our mission is to empower organizations with robust, secure, scalable cloud solutions that accelerate their digital transformation journey. We strive to be the catalyst for businesses looking to leverage the full potential of cloud computing, enabling them to stay agile, competitive, and future-ready. As a Cloud DevOps Engineer at our fun and innovative company, we're looking for individuals who bring a passion for cloud technologies and a commitment to excellence. Your ability to design scalable and secure cloud architectures and hands-on experience in implementation and deployment will be crucial. We value individuals who stay current with industry trends, continuously seek to expand their knowledge, and are adept at troubleshooting complex issues. Effective communication and a collaborative spirit are key, as you'll be working closely with cross-functional teams and contributing to the vibrant and inclusive culture of our organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Cloud Engineer or similar role.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Oracle, or Google Cloud.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• A TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.
• Expertise building and managing Windows-based virtual machines, and managing large-scale Microsoft Active Directory environments.
• Experience building and managing user services such as unified communications platforms.
• Proficiency building and managing user services such as unified communications platforms, and building and managing endpoint and shared security services.
• Experience with VDI design for Citrix on AWS.
• Experience migrating on-premises IT systems to AWS cloud.
• Experience with cloud architecture and infrastructure as code.
• Experience with VDI optimization.
• 5+ years of solid software engineering experience.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of distributed systems.
• AWS Solutions Architect Associate or similar.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Health, life/disability, and vision insurance.
• 401k with up to 10% contributions, immediately vested.
• Paid time off (up to 5 weeks) and 11 paid floating holidays.
• $5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships.
• Up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise.
• Access to a fully equipped state of the art gym.
• Fun company events throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees