Mid-level Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Job#: 3052734
Job Description:
Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Position: Mid-Level Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO or Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL
Clearance Level: Secret

Pay Rate Range: $110,000-140,000
Description of Duties:
The Mid-Level Cloud Infrastructure Engineer supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The candidate will specialize in migrating functions and networks to private, public, and hybrid cloud infrastructures.
In doing so, will give organizations and business partners the freedom and flexibility to maximize their productivity while achieving additional cost savings to the MDA.

Responsibilities

Design, plan and implement client-specific cloud solutions
Identify appropriate cloud providers
Ensure the cloud network is properly sized and responsive to user demands
Scale cloud services to serve growing demands
Liaise with business owners and/or stakeholders to determine growth plans
Monitor usage of cloud network
Implement effective security strategies on cloud networks
Implement fault tolerance, disaster recovery and failover capabilities
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and guidelines
Build infrastructure automation to ensure rapid delivery of system and application updates.

Carry out testing and fine-tuning to ensure optimal efficiency. Provide architectural vision, strategy & roadmap and work with Engineers and Platform Operations staff to operationalize technology solutions
The successful candidate will:
Have strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Basic Requirements:
Must have 1, or more, years of directly related experience
Must understand cloud delivery models (IAAS, SAAS, PAAS)
Must have experience with enterprise server operating systems/environments (i.e.

RHEL 7 and/or 8; Windows Server 2019 and/or higher)
Must have experience with implementing Cybersecurity best practices
Must have DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification
Must have an active DoW Secret Security Clearance
Desired Requirements:
AZURE, AWS, and/or Cloud Certified Solution Architect Certification
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Bachelor's Degree, or higher, in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Math
Apex Benefits Overview
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.

We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide. EEO Employer
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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.

Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or . Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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