Senior Cloud Automation Engineer

GovCIO is currently hiring for Senior Cloud Automation Engineer to design, build, and maintain automated cloud infrastructure and deployment pipelines across AWS and Azure environments. The ideal candidate will have a passion for automation, a deep understanding of Infrastructure as Code principles, and the ability to create repeatable, scalable processes that enable rapid and reliable cloud deployments. This position is located in Arlington, VA and is a hybrid remote/onsite position.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure as Code & Automation
Design, develop, and maintain Terraform modules for multi-cloud infrastructure provisioning
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices and standards across the organization
Create and maintain Ansible playbooks for configuration management and application deployment
Build reusable, modular automation frameworks that can be leveraged across multiple projects
Develop and maintain infrastructure templates and blueprints for common deployment patterns
Automate manual processes to improve efficiency and reduce human error

Cloud Platform Management

Deploy and manage infrastructure across AWS and Azure cloud platforms
Implement and optimize AWS services including EC2, S3, VPC, Lambda, RDS, and CloudFormation
Implement and optimize Azure services including VMs, Storage, Logic Apps, Functions, and ARM templates
Design and implement serverless solutions using AWS Lambda and Azure Logic Apps
Manage cloud networking components including VPCs, subnets, security groups, and routing
Implement cloud security best practices and compliance controls

CI/CD Pipeline Development
Design and implement automated deployment pipelines using GitHub Actions
Build continuous integration and continuous deployment workflows for infrastructure and applications
Create automated testing frameworks for infrastructure validation
Implement pipeline security scanning and compliance checks
Develop rollback and recovery mechanisms for failed deployments
Optimize pipeline performance and reliability

Networking & Connectivity
Design and implement cloud network architectures across AWS and Azure
Configure VPNs, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, and hybrid connectivity solutions
Implement network security controls including firewalls, NSGs, and NACLs
Troubleshoot network connectivity and performance issues
Design and implement load balancing and traffic management solutions
Manage DNS, routing, and network monitoring

Troubleshooting & Support
Diagnose and resolve complex infrastructure and automation issues
Perform root cause analysis on deployment failures and system outages
Provide technical support and guidance to development teams
Monitor infrastructure health and performance metrics
Implement proactive alerting and monitoring solutions
Document troubleshooting procedures and known issues

Process Improvement & Standardization
Develop and document repeatable processes for infrastructure deployment
Create standardized workflows and procedures for common tasks
Establish best practices for cloud automation and IaC development
Conduct code reviews and provide feedback on automation scripts
Mentor team members on automation tools and techniques
Drive continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree with 12+ yrs experience
Clearance Level: Active Secret with the ability to obtain and hold DEA suitability

Technical Skills
Infrastructure as Code: 3+ years of hands-on experience with Terraform
Configuration Management: Strong proficiency with Ansible
Cloud Platforms: Solid experience with both AWS and Azure
Serverless: Experience with AWS Lambda and Azure Logic Apps
CI/CD: Hands-on experience building pipelines with GitHub Actions
Scripting: Proficiency in Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Version Control: Strong Git and GitHub workflow knowledge
Networking: Deep understanding of cloud networking concepts and protocols

Core Competencies
Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, and routing protocols
Experience with network troubleshooting tools and methodologies
Knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements
Understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with monitoring and logging tools (CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, etc.)
Familiarity with API development and integration
Understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies

Problem-Solving Skills
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities
Ability to diagnose complex technical issues across multiple systems
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential issues
Ability to work under pressure during incident response

Soft Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to document technical processes clearly and concisely
Collaborative team player with cross-functional experience
Self-motivated with ability to work independently
Customer-focused mindset with emphasis on delivering value

Preferred Qualifications
AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Developer Associate
Azure Administrator or Developer Associate certification
HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate
GitHub Actions or GitHub Certified expertise
Experience with multi-cloud deployment strategies
Knowledge of compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, CIS)
Experience with infrastructure testing tools (Terratest, InSpec, Pester)
Familiarity with GitOps practices and tools
Previous experience in DevOps or Cloud Engineering roles
Experience with cost optimization and FinOps practices

Technical Environment
Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure
IaC Tools: Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM Templates
Configuration Management: Ansible
CI/CD: GitHub Actions, GitHub Workflows
Serverless: AWS Lambda, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions
Scripting: Python, Bash, PowerShell
Version Control: Git, GitHub
Monitoring: CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana
Networking: VPC, VNet, VPN, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect

Posted Salary Range

USD $220,000.00 - USD $240,000.00 /Yr.