Cloud Engineer

In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

AnaVation is seeking an AWS Cloud Engineer to join our team and support a Federal Government customer in Hanover, MD. The Cloud Engineer will help accelerate the adoption of Enterprise Cloud Environment by performing cloud infrastructure analysis, design, and development and integrate technical services and capabilities with the cloud environment. The cloud engineer will help software developers ensure platform cloud native computing compliance by troubleshooting cloud functionality issues and resolving defects. Provide recommendations for the configuration, management, and maintenance of the Government cloud baseline to include: monitoring data integrity across tiered environments; managing the deployment process; performing account management; ensuring security compliance; identifying billing model best practices and optimizations; and supporting application upgrades. Assist in product documentation and release notes.

Required Qualifications:

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI
• Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience related to specific functional area.
• Certifications: Currently hold one or more AWS cloud certifications at the Foundational or Associate levels (e.g. Cloud Practitioner, Solutions Architect, SysOps Engineer, Developer).
• Experience and knowledge on:
• Proven ability to design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure and services
• Experience with cloud migration planning, cloud technology roadmaps, and technology insertion.
• Experience with cloud-native computing principles and technologies (e.g., containers, microservices, serverless)
• Experience automating cloud deployments and managing configuration at scale
• Familiarity with cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST, CIS Benchmarks)
• Familiarity with networking concepts and practices, including TCP/IP protocols, subnetting, routing, switching, firewalls, and basic network troubleshooting.
• Experience with cloud monitoring tools
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions)
• Familiarity with deployment strategies and release management in cloud environments
• Strong problem-solving skills in diagnosing and resolving cloud infrastructure and application issues
• Experience writing technical documentation, release notes, and operational procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• AWS Certifications at the Professional or Specialty levels (e.g. DevOps Engineer, Solutions Architect, Advanced Networking)
• Networking Certifications (e.g. CCNA, Network+, CCNP, MCSE)
• 1-3 years of experience performing network administrator responsibilities
• Security certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, SSCP, or equivalent certification
• Experience implementing identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and monitoring solutions
• Ability to analyze performance metrics and optimize cloud resources for cost and efficiency
• Experience supporting developers in debugging cloud-native applications
• Ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and implement billing optimizations
• Experience reviewing infrastructure security holes, creating and installing security packs and patches as needed.

Benefits:

• Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
• 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
• 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
• 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
• 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
• Competitive Pay
• Generous paid leave and holiday package
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Life and AD&D Insurance

AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.

If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.