Cloud engineer Job at Apex Systems, Aurora, CO

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  • Apex Systems
  • Aurora, CO

Job Description

Job#: 2065751


Job Description:


Senior Cloud Engineer

Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Location: Aurora, CO or Sterling, VA

#cleared #clearance

The Opportunity:

Apex Systems is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to support our contract. If you are interested and passionate about working as part of a modern, fast-paced agile software development team, then this opportunity is for you!

On team, cloud engineers are an integral part of the development team. Our Cloud Engineers are expected to be flexible and adaptive to supporting the needs of the program. Responsibilities include lower-level Linux infrastructure support, DNS, SSL, DevSecOps pipeline improvements and maintenance, software as a service support, cloud engineering, cloud infrastructure as code, networking, and system design.


Responsibilities:
  • Management of Kubernetes deployment.
  • Support to build, test, integrate, and deploy software baselines using DevSecOps and Continuous Delivery best practices.
  • Leverage broad knowledge across Agile Software Engineering disciplines and Cloud Technologies to advise, identify, create, and deliver Infrastructure Services and Architecture that enable the successful migration of applications and services to the Cloud.
  • Work closely with both development and engineering staff to contribute to the identification, assessment, and integration of wide-ranging technologies and advanced concepts which facilitate the development, refactoring, and re-architecting of systems across different security domains, in order to ensure optimal operations.
  • Leverage software engineering skills and DevSecOps best practices to create and manage a repeatable automated infrastructure deployment and management paradigm.
  • Monitoring System health via dashboards
  • Program documentation
  • Contribute to a positive and upbeat team atmosphere
  • Initial system troubleshooting

Qualifications:

Required:
  • An active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly
  • Bachelors degree in systems engineering, software engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, information technology, or related field
  • Familiarity working in Linux Operating Systems
  • Experience with Agile software development methodologies.
  • Experience developing and delivering software on Amazon Web Services or similar cloud services.
  • Experience using and deploying virtual machines in cloud environments.
  • Experience with container solutions such as Docker, Kubernetes, or AWS Elastic Container Services with orchestration technologies.
  • Experience with Git and configuration management processes.
  • Current Security+ and/or CISSP Certification
  • Scripting Experience (Bash, Python, etc.)

Desired:
  • Experience with Kubernetes and related management products like Rancher/OpenShift.
  • Experience with identity management, access, and authorization solutions (PKI, LDAP, SSL).
  • Experience with REST, microservices, containers, and other architecture styles.
  • Experience with Continuous Delivery, Infrastructure as Code, and Behavior and/or Test-Driven development.
  • Experience monitoring network activity and network traffic redirection. Familiarity with proxy implementations (e.g. iptables, mod_proxy, digital certificates, etc.)
  • Understanding of automation tools such as Puppet and Ansible
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
  • Demonstrated experience with agile development practices, including Agile Scrum methodology.
  • Experience applying industry best practices to ensure system performance, reliability, scalability and security.
  • Knowledge of Intelligence Community (IC) processes, policies and guidance.
  • Certification and/or experience with Amazon Web Services
  • Understanding of network technologies

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 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. 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

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. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .


Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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