AWS Cloud Engineer

ITility is seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Engineer to support cloud modernization, application hosting, infrastructure automation, and secure DevSecOps operations for mission-critical systems. The AWS Cloud Engineer will design, implement, maintain, and optimize cloud-based solutions in AWS environments while supporting Agile software delivery teams and ensuring compliance with federal security requirements. This is a remote position that may require potential travel. The successful candidate will collaborate with software developers, cybersecurity personnel, systems engineers, and customer stakeholders to deliver scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions that support enterprise operations and application modernization initiatives. AWS experience is a core requirement for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure and services.
• Support enterprise applications hosted in secure cloud and FedRAMP-authorized environments.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and cloud automation solutions.
• Collaborate with development teams to support CI/CD and DevSecOps initiatives.
• Manage AWS networking, security groups, IAM roles, VPCs, and cloud security configurations.
• Monitor cloud performance, availability, utilization, and cost optimization.
• Troubleshoot cloud-hosted applications and infrastructure issues.
• Support Agile development teams through sprint planning, technical design reviews, and implementation activities.
• Develop and maintain cloud architecture documentation, operational procedures, and technical guides.
• Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity and secure coding standards.
• Utilize Jira and Confluence to support Agile project execution and team collaboration.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required government suitability determination and/or security clearance if required by the contract.
• Minimum five (5) years of professional experience supporting AWS cloud environments.
• Experience deploying and maintaining applications within AWS infrastructure.
• Experience supporting cloud-based application development and operations.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps principles and secure software development practices.
• Experience with Agile software development methodologies.
• Experience working in regulated federal or Department of Defense environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting FedRAMP GovCloud environments.
• Experience with AWS native monitoring, logging, and automation services.
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience supporting containerized environments and cloud-native architectures.
• Familiarity with secure federal cloud deployments and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Experience supporting enterprise-scale systems serving distributed user populations.

Technical Skills:

• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• AWS GovCloud and FedRAMP environments
• DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines
• Jira and Confluence
• Cloud automation and scripting
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Secure cloud architecture
• Application monitoring and performance management
• Linux and Windows server administration
• Cloud networking and identity management

Desired Certifications:

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
• AWS Certified SysOps Administrator
• CompTIA Security+ CE
• Scrum Developer or Agile-related certification

Physical Requirements:

• Work is typically performed in an office setting.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must have the ability to lift 15-25 pounds.

ITility is an Equal Opportunity EmployerITility is committed to providing a work environment that is non-discriminatory, harassment free, fair, ethical and inclusive. ITility is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and complies with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace. ITility strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law in all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination. This policy covers conduct occurring at ITility’s offices, client sites, other locations where ITility is providing services, and to all work-related activities.