Terraform Cloud Engineer

Initiate Government Solutions • Washington, DC

360d

About The Position

Founded in 2007, Initiate Government Solutions (IGS) is a Woman Owned Small Business. We are a fully remote IT services provider that delivers innovative Enterprise IT and Health Services solutions across the federal sector. Our focus is on data analytics, health informatics, cloud migration, and the modernization of federal information systems. IGS uses ISO 9001:2015, 20000-1:2018, 27001:2013, 28001:2007, CMMI/SVC3, CMMI/DEV3 best practices, and PMBOK® methods to provide clients with a strategy to build solid foundations to grow capabilities and revenue. Our range of IT services and delivery methodologies are tailored to our customers’ unique needs to achieve maximum value. IGS is currently pipelining a remote Terraform Cloud Engineer consultant to support the Department of Veterans Affairs. This position is pending contract award, applicants will be reviewed post-award.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in cloud engineering with a BS (Bachelor of Science) degree in computer science, electronics engineering or other engineering or technical discipline.
• Proficiency with Terraform and infrastructure as code (IaC) principles.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Strong understanding of cloud security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to support customers during EST hours.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain VA Public Trust.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship due to clearance requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Terraform, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Security, Linux, Python, Bash, Docker, Kubernetes, Git
• Knowledge of VA Operating divisions
• Active VA Public Trust
• Prior, successful experience working in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud infrastructure using Terraform.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, scaling, and management processes.
• Ensure cloud environments are secure, scalable, and reliable.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to support cloud initiatives.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure and perform necessary maintenance.
• Document infrastructure designs and processes.
• Implement best practices for cloud security and compliance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
• Matching 401K and profit sharing
• Paid time off
• Training time for personal development
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid short and long term disability coverage
• Education assistance program with potential merit increases for obtaining a work-related certification
• Employee recognition and referral programs
• Spot bonuses
• Other benefits that help provide financial protection for the employee and their family.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree