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Cloud Engineer (6903)

Reston, VAOnsiteFull Time$150,000–$185,000 /yrPosted 2 days ago

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Required skills

  • TS/SCI
  • AWS GovCloud
  • EC2
  • EBS
  • S3
  • VPC
  • IAM
  • AWS Organizations
  • Well-Architected Framework
  • security groups

Nice to have

  • Infrastructure as Code
  • incident response
  • threat assessment
  • prevention controls
  • detection controls
  • secure architecture

Role summary

MetroStar is seeking a Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure AWS cloud environments, particularly in AWS GovCloud, for critical government missions. The role involves building and operating AWS infrastructure using services like EC2, S3, VPC, and IAM, managing support tickets, and collaborating with teammates to resolve issues. A foundational understanding of cloud architecture principles and the AWS Well-Architected Framework is required, along with a willingness to continuously learn and improve team processes and documentation. This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and at least 2 years of experience in cloud infrastructure support, with prior AWS GovCloud experience being essential.

As a Cloud Engineer, you will support the design, implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of secure AWS cloud environments supporting critical government missions.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

What you’ll do:

  • Build, configure, operate, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure, including environments in AWS GovCloud, using services such as EC2, EBS, S3, VPC, IAM, and AWS Organizations.
  • Proactively pick up and manage support tickets, collaborating with teammates to troubleshoot infrastructure, access, and networking issues, implement solutions, and follow through to resolution.
  • Communicate ticket status, technical issues, and resolutions clearly to teammates and stakeholders.
  • Continue deepening AWS knowledge and technical skills, and contribute to improvements in team processes and documentation.

    • What you’ll need to succeed:

  • Active TS/SCI
  • 2+ years of experience building, supporting, or troubleshooting cloud infrastructure; plus prior experience supporting infrastructure in AWS GovCloud.
  • Experience with AWS services including EC2, EBS, S3, VPC, IAM (users, roles, policies), and AWS Organizations.
  • Experience working in a ticket-driven support environment, with a willingness to proactively pick up, troubleshoot, and resolve tickets.
  • Foundational understanding of cloud architecture principles and the AWS Well-Architected Framework, along with a conceptual understanding of cloud networking (e.g., VPCs and security groups).
  • Willingness to learn, deepen technical skills, and collaborate with teammates to troubleshoot issues and support cloud infrastructure.

    • Leveling and Salary:

    This position may be filled at the Cloud Engineer I, II, or III level. The level offered will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, technical depth, level of independence, architecture experience, and overall qualifications.

  • Cloud Engineer I: 4–7 years of relevant experience | $150,000–$185,000
  • Cloud Engineer II: 8–9 years of relevant experience | $190,000–$210,000
  • Cloud Engineer III: 10+ years of relevant experience | $200,000–$235,000

    • Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.

    Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.

    Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Parental Leave and dependent care
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs

    • Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

    Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

    What we want you to know:

    In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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