Cloud Engineer, Senior (AWS / Cloud Modernization)

LCG, Inc.•Rockville, MD

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

LCG is seeking a Cloud Engineer to support our client at NIH in executing cloud modernization initiatives, including migration of on-premise systems to AWS and optimization of cloud-based infrastructure. This role will focus on designing, implementing, and managing cloud environments to support enterprise applications and database workloads. The Cloud Engineer will play a key role in migrating Oracle-based systems to AWS EC2, evaluating managed database services (RDS), and supporting long-term cloud-native transformation strategies. The position requires strong expertise in AWS infrastructure, cloud migration strategies, and DevSecOps practices to ensure scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions aligned with Client's modernization roadmap.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in cloud engineering or infrastructure engineering.
Strong hands-on experience with AWS services, including EC2, S3, VPC, and IAM.
Experience with cloud migration strategies (lift-and-shift and modernization).
Experience supporting database workloads in cloud environments (Oracle preferred).
Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins) and automation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AWS RDS and database modernization strategies.
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Ansible, Terraform, or similar).
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices including SAST, DAST, and vulnerability scanning.
Experience working in federal or regulated environments.
Knowledge of cost optimization strategies in AWS.

Responsibilities

Lead and support migration of on-premise systems (Oracle databases and applications) to AWS environments (EC2-based lift-and-shift).
Design and implement cloud infrastructure to support Dev, Test, Stage, and Production environments.
Configure and manage compute, storage, and networking components within AWS.
Evaluate and implement cloud-native solutions, including AWS RDS and open-source database alternatives (e.g., PostgreSQL).
Optimize cloud environments for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
Support transition from legacy infrastructure to modern, scalable cloud architectures.
Integrate cloud environments with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins) for automated deployments.
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Ansible or Terraform.
Support automated backup, disaster recovery (DR), and high availability (HA) strategies.
Ensure cloud environments meet federal security and compliance requirements (e.g., FedRAMP).
Implement security best practices, including identity management, encryption, and vulnerability management.
Support integration of security scanning and monitoring within cloud workflows.
Monitor cloud infrastructure performance and availability.
Troubleshoot infrastructure issues and support system reliability.
Collaborate with DevSecOps and application teams to ensure stable operations.