Senior Cloud Platform/DevSecOps Engineer (AWS + Hybrid)

Peraton•,

22h•$135,000 - $216,000•Remote

About The Position

The Department of Interior (DOI) CHS III program is leading the way for Cloud Hosting and Applications Modernization across DOI and its subordinate bureaus. CHS III will facilitate migration of legacy on-premises applications to a modern, secure and scalable multi-cloud platform. From sensors in active volcanic regions to earthquake detection data, CHS III is DOI's central cloud processing and data solution. This fully-remote senior-level Solutions Architect role involves providing advanced Cloud Architecture, Administration, and Engineering support for National Geospatial Technical Operations Center (NGTOC) Hybrid Cloud Migration’s AWS Operations group. The primary focus of the position is to assess, migrate, and optimize NGTOC applications and workloads within a USGS-approved cloud environment. Specializing in AWS and Hybrid Cloud solutions, with an emphasis on Kubernetes and container orchestration, the role requires designing reusable Infrastructure as Code (IaC) modules, managing large-scale Docker, ECS, and Kubernetes platforms, and overseeing GitLab CI/CD workflows to streamline development practices. Additionally, the position is responsible for implementing robust DevSecOps security gates, enforcing cloud governance policies, and maintaining mission-critical platform reliability through advanced observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Splunk. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cloud automation, hybrid cloud architecture, and the ability to collaborate with government teams to design innovative, secure, and scalable solutions while adhering to federal standards. This role requires exceptional technical expertise and the ability to define best practices to support the successful delivery of NGTOC’s cloud initiatives.

Requirements

Candidate must be a US Citizen
Candidate must have an Active Public Trust or the Ability to Obtain one is required
Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D or 16 years with a HS Diploma
Extensive expertise in AWS cloud platforms, including designing, managing, and migrating cloud-based applications and workloads.
Proficiency in managing Kubernetes clusters, Docker, and AWS ECS for container orchestration and workload deployment.
Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, OpenTofu, and AWS CDK for developing reusable, scalable automation modules.
Advanced knowledge of CI/CD principles and experience managing GitLab CI/CD ecosystems to automate and optimize development and deployment workflows.
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, including implementing security gates such as SAST, DAST, and IAST for comprehensive security testing.
Candidate must have at least one of the following certifications or be able to attain within 90 Days: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional, AWS Certified Developer – Associate

Nice To Haves

Understanding cloud governance strategies, including automated tagging, policy enforcement, and AMI factory patching.
Hands-on experience with observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Splunk for monitoring system performance and reliability.
Experience designing and implementing solutions in hybrid cloud environments.
Strong leadership and collaboration skills to work with government staff and cross-functional teams while promoting best practices for development.
Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize performance, reliability, and scalability of cloud infrastructure.
Knowledge of federal government standards, security protocols, and compliance frameworks for cloud operations.
Proficiency in programming and scripting languages commonly used in cloud infrastructure automation (e.g., Python, Bash, etc.).
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for efficiently working with technical teams and government personnel.

Responsibilities

Provide expertise in AWS cloud architecture, administration, and engineering to support NGTOC's AWS Operations group.
Collaborate with government staff to assess, design, and migrate designated applications and workloads to the USGS-approved cloud environment.
Manage large-scale Kubernetes platforms, ensuring efficient container orchestration.
Oversee deployment and orchestration of workloads using Docker and AWS ECS to meet organizational needs.
Design and develop reusable Infrastructure as Code (IaC) modules using tools like Terraform, OpenTofu, and AWS CDK.
Automate infrastructure deployment to streamline cloud operations and enable scalability.
Take full ownership of the GitLab CI/CD ecosystem to establish and enhance development workflows.
Implement and maintain highly efficient CI/CD practices across the development lifecycle.
Integrate advanced DevSecOps tools such as SAST, DAST, and IAST to ensure comprehensive security testing.
Enforce security best practices to protect cloud infrastructure and applications.
Develop, implement, and enforce automated cloud governance policies.
Manage mechanisms like automated tagging and AMI factory patching to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
Establish and maintain observability standards using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Splunk to ensure infrastructure reliability.
Monitor mission-critical systems and implement alerting solutions to proactively address system issues.
Develop and implement hybrid cloud solutions that align with organizational goals and federal requirements.
Define “golden paths” for development teams by establishing reusable processes and best practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and government staff to create efficient, scalable solutions.
Analyze and resolve system-wide issues in complex cloud environments.
Optimize platforms for reliability, scalability, and enhanced performance.
Ensure all cloud operations and solutions adhere to federal government and USGS standards for security, governance, and compliance.