Cloud Engineer

Our client located in Falls Church, VA is seeking a Cloud Engineer for a 6 month contract to hire position. In this role, the Cloud Engineer will play a vital role in designing, implementing, and managing our cloud infrastructure. As a Cloud Engineer, you will possess a strong understanding of cloud platforms, virtualization, networking, storage, security, and scripting. You will be responsible for ensuring the scalability, reliability, and security of our cloud-based systems. You will also work closely with our development teams to help them leverage the cloud to build and deploy innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (laC).
• Implement and manage cloud-based services on AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Migrate on-premises workloads to the cloud
• Manage and optimize cloud resources for cost-efficiency and scalability
• Implement and maintain cloud security measures to protect sensitive data
• Automate cloud and on-premise tasks using scripting languages
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of cloud solutions
• Troubleshoot cloud-related issues and provide technical support
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud technologies and trends

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in Cloud Engineering.
• Proven expertise with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere).
• Solid understanding of high-level networking concepts (IP routing, firewalls, load balancing).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
• Knowledge of IaC tools, specifically Terraform and Cloudformation.
• Familiarity with DevOps methodologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• In-depth understanding of cloud security principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect — Associate.
• Microsoft Azure — Solutions Architect.
• Google Cloud Certified — Professional Cloud Architect.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Is your current location in or around Falls Church, VA, where this position is based?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Terraform: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Falls Church, VA 22042 (Required)

Work Location: In person