DBHDS - Cloud Engineer / Windows Server Admin

Betis Group, Inc.•Richmond, VA

1d•$45 - $47•Remote

About The Position

DBHDS Developmental Services' Office of Information Services and Technology (IS&T) is seeking a Cloud Engineer with intermediate expertise in solution development in a modern cloud-based ecosystem. This is a contingent role based on award, offered as a six-month contract with 80% remote work. The role designs, implements, and maintains scalable technology assets using AWS cloud technologies and the approved tool stack, while also providing end-user support, system administration, and problem resolution in a mixed Windows Server environment (Server 2016, 2019, and 2022). The position involves hands-on AWS solution engineering, including API design, cloud infrastructure automation, security best practices, and DevOps methods to improve development and deployment. It also includes Windows server and network administration, support for end users and vendors, and operational and administrative work with Windows Servers and SaaS environments.

Requirements

10 years of Windows Server administration experience, including Server 2019 and Server 2022.
5 years of intermediate AWS Cloud Platform proficiency and familiarity with software engineering best practices.
5 years of experience implementing full-stack web applications using React, Node.js, and TypeScript, and serverless back-end APIs.
8 years of experience with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Node.js.
5 years of experience with version control such as Git, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate across diverse teams and build relationships with stakeholders.
Passion for learning new technologies and staying updated on technology trends.
Proficiency using personal computers, analyzing data, documenting procedures, resolving technical issues, preparing reports, and providing desktop support to users with a broad range of technical knowledge.

Nice To Haves

Experience with on-premises Windows Server, cloud, and hybrid infrastructure, focused on scalable, resilient, and secure solutions.
AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Developer at the Associate level.
Microsoft Server Engineer certifications.

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain full-stack cloud-native solutions on AWS.
Build responsive, user-friendly front-end applications using React, Node.js, and TypeScript.
Use native cloud services to design, develop, and maintain cloud-based solutions.
Develop and maintain APIs for cloud environments using AWS API Gateway.
Implement cloud networking concepts, including VPCs, subnets, and security groups.
Apply cloud security best practices, including IAM.
Implement serverless computing and event-driven architecture using AWS Lambda and AWS DynamoDB.
Automate cloud infrastructure management with Infrastructure as Code using AWS CloudFormation, AWS SAM, and Terraform.
Script and automate tasks using Python.
Set up cloud infrastructure monitoring, logging, and alerting using AWS CloudWatch and CloudTrail.
Optimize CI/CD deployment pipelines using AWS CodeBuild, CodeDeploy, and CodePipeline.
Collaborate with senior team members and business owners to deliver cloud solutions that improve customer experience.
Assist in designing scalable and resilient cloud engineering solutions aligned with business needs.
Ensure comprehensive testing, security compliance, and operational stability of solutions.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
Contribute to research and development initiatives and participate in technology skill enhancement programs.
Provide Microsoft server and network administration, end-user support, and vendor support.
Analyze data, document procedures, resolve technical issues, prepare reports, and provide desktop system support to users with varying technical knowledge.
Perform operational and administrative work with Windows Servers and SaaS environments.