Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Jr. Level

Cogent People Inc • Columbia, MD

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Cogent People Inc. is seeking a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to support a mission-critical large-scale system serving the Federal Government in the healthcare domain. The ideal candidate will be proficient in AWS, Kubernetes, and cloud operations. This role involves supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of foundational cloud and infrastructure services, CI/CD toolchain integration, and provisioning/configuring cloud resources. The engineer will also monitor system performance, participate in routine cloud operations, and assist with incident response.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years of experience with AWS.
• 1+ years of experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
• 1+ years of experience with Linux operations, including scripting (bash, Python).
• Understanding of Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform).
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality and accurate work.
• Proven ability to manage time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of the team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in federal government programs or regulated environments (CMS experience is preferred).
• Relevant certifications (AWS, Terraform, Linux, Kubernetes) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of foundational cloud and infrastructure services.
• Support CI/CD toolchain integration, maintenance, change management, and testing.
• Assist in provisioning, configuring, and maintaining cloud resources and infrastructure components across environments, ensuring compliance with established standards and security requirements.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and health, escalating issues as needed and contributing to troubleshooting efforts for infrastructure, network, and cloud service disruptions.
• Participate in routine cloud operations activities including maintenance, patching, and configuration changes.
• Assist with incident response and root-cause analysis.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage.
• 401(k) Plan: Matching contributions.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage: Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of PTO annually, plus 10 holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level