Full-Time Systems Engineer - AWS

The DHS CDM Program is at the forefront of securing U.S. Federal Information Technology (IT) networks. As a System Engineer – AWS, you will support and maintain cloud-based enterprise environments consisting of various Linux and Windows systems.

Responsibilities:

• Lead AWS systems engineering and administration activities.
• Design, configure, and maintain IaaS, SaaS, and PaaS solutions within AWS environments.
• Plan and implement systems integration and automation.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure and service issues using CLI tools and log-based analysis.
• Secure AWS workloads by applying industry and DoD security best practices.
• Implement and manage automated configuration and infrastructure using scripting and AWS tools.
• Build and maintain AMIs using AWS Image Builder with a focus on compliance and hardening.
• Perform system integrations with networking technologies.
• Interface with stakeholders and Information Assurance (IA) personnel.
• Contribute to technical briefings, documentation, and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in Agile/Kanban-based development and operational workflows.
• Participate in scheduled and ad hoc meetings.

Qualifications:

• Active Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years in systems engineering and IT operations
• 10+ years’ experience with Linux (RHCE-level) and Windows Server system administration
• 10+ years’ experience managing and integrating IT systems in enterprise AWS Cloud environments
• 7+ years’ experience in scripting and automation using tools like Bash, Python, Ansible, and AWS CLI
• 7+ years securing systems using encryption and enforcing data protection
• 5+ years implementing remote access security
• 3+ years applying and validating security baselines
• 3+ years experience with MFA/2MFA implementations
• 1+ years configuring and troubleshooting network integrations
• 1+ years of experience with Agile/Kanban processes and version control
• Proficient in designing and managing infrastructure as code (IaC) and automation pipelines

Certifications (Required - at least one of the following):

• AWS Solutions Architect – Professional
• AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional
• AWS Security Specialty (Certification must be current)

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