Cloud Solutions Architect

VTG

Chantilly, Virginia

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounts Receivable, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS), Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Apple, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Authentication, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, CentOS, Certificate Authorities, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Cross-Functional, Cryptography, Data Analysis, Database Administration, Database Optimization, Digital Certificates, Documentation Standards, Elastic Load Balancing, Emerging Technology, Enterprise Architecture, High Availability, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Internet Security, Linux Administration, Linux Operating System, Mac Operating System, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows System Administration, Mobile Technology, MySQL, Operational Support, Operations Planning, Operations Security (OPSEC), Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Demonstration, Production Support, Production Systems, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Ruby, Ruby on Rails, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Monitoring, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Engineering, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), System Architecture, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, Systems Reliability, Systems Scalability, Technical Delivery, Technical Presentation, Technical Writing, Top Secret Clearance, Virtual Reality, Writing Skills, iOS
LOCATION
Chantilly, Virginia
POSTED
1 day ago
Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer / Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to support the design, implementation, modernization, and sustainment of secure enterprise systems and cloud-based environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in systems administration, AWS cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, operations and maintenance support, and emerging technology integration including AI, AR/VR, and advanced analytics solutions.

This role requires a proactive technical professional capable of supporting mission-critical environments, mitigating technical risks, and delivering scalable, secure, and highly available infrastructure solutions.

Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, implement, and maintain enterprise system upgrades and infrastructure enhancements.
  • Provide Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 Operations & Maintenance (O&M) support for production systems and cloud environments.
  • Identify technical risks, vulnerabilities, and operational gaps while developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
  • Architect and support secure, mis-attributable internet-based systems designed to reduce user tracking and enhance operational security.
  • Integrate emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), mobile technologies, and data analytics solutions into enterprise system architectures.
  • Design, implement, and maintain multi-tier Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) environments supporting encryption, authentication, and certificate lifecycle management through Root and Subordinate Certificate Authorities (CAs).
  • Deploy, configure, and maintain Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud infrastructure and associated services.
  • Administer and support AWS services including:
    • EC2
    • RDS
    • S3
    • Elastic Load Balancer (ELB)
    • Route 53
    • CloudFormation
  • Implement and manage cloud security best practices including:
    • IAM roles and policies
    • Security groups
    • Encryption using AWS KMS
    • Data protection for data at rest and in transit
  • Manage cloud-based storage solutions including S3 buckets and EBS volumes.
  • Perform systems administration across:
    • Windows Server environments
    • Linux/CentOS servers
    • Apple macOS and iOS environments
  • Administer and optimize database environments including AWS RDS, MySQL, and Aurora for scalability and performance.
  • Configure and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting platforms including Datadog and AWS CloudWatch.
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools using Bash, Python, and Ruby on Rails.
  • Create and update technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and system implementation guides.
  • Deliver technical briefings, demonstrations, and user training sessions to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to ensure system reliability, compliance, and performance.
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Qualifications:
  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
  • Demonstrated professional experience supporting enterprise infrastructure, cloud engineering, or systems administration environments.
  • Strong experience with AWS cloud services and cloud infrastructure management.
  • Experience supporting secure and scalable systems architectures.
  • Experience with PKI implementation and certificate management.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure cloud implementations.
  • Experience administering Windows, Linux/CentOS, and macOS/iOS environments.
  • Experience with database administration and cloud database scalability.
  • Experience with infrastructure monitoring and alerting tools.
  • Working knowledge of scripting and automation using Bash, Python, or Ruby.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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