Cloud Engineer Washington DC Area/Hybrid
Summit Consulting, LLC, is a quantitative and qualitative analysis firm that uses economics, statistics, and data analytics to solve problems for our federal and private-sector clients. Our services in federal infrastructure finance, evidence-based program evaluation, program and business modernization, and enforcement and litigation analytics help make government effective and society just. Summit prides itself on maintaining a collaborative workplace built on diverse thought, learning, and trust. We are committed to creating an environment that empowers people to do their best work.
We currently have an opening for a Cloud Engineer.
Primary Duties: Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure solutions based on business requirements. Deploy and maintain cloud-based applications and services in a scalable and reliable manner. Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of cloud services. Optimize cloud architecture for performance, cost, and reliability. Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards. Monitor and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure to identify and resolve issues. Automate deployment, configuration, and management tasks using scripting or infrastructure as code (IaC) tools. Evaluate new cloud technologies and provide recommendations for adoption. Create documentation and provide training to support teams and end-users. Participate in on-call rotations and respond to incidents as needed. Completing Authority to Operate (ATO) system security compliance updates and associated documentation. Minimum Technical Requirements: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field plus eight (8) years minimum related industry experience. A Master's Degree is preferred. Proven experience working as a Cloud Engineer or similar role. In-depth knowledge of cloud computing platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Proficiency in configuring and managing cloud services like compute, storage, networking, databases, and security. Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles, including microservices, serverless, containers, and Kubernetes. Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible. Experience with Authority to Operate (ATO) process strongly preferred. Preferred Skills: S. citizenship and ability to obtain a public trust clearance Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Solid understanding of networking concepts, including VPN, DNS, TCP/IP, and Knowledge of security best practices for cloud environments, including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and compliance. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues. Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Professional Cloud Architect are a plus. To avoid applications being overlooked, please refrain from emailing resumes and instead, submit resumes directly on the Summit website at summitllc.us/careers
We offer a collaborative and rewarding work environment where we value your input, experience, and professional development. We do our best to match your education and talents to the work, and we provide you with an integration partner to help you learn the ropes and become a productive team member. Our office is in the heart of DC's Chinatown neighborhood, offering access to public transportation.
If Summit selects you to move forward, you can expect to talk to our recruiting staff for an initial behavioral phone screen. That interview can lead to a secondary interview with staff members to discuss the technical aspects of your education and experience, your ability to work collaboratively to consult and provide client service, and the culture in which you like to work. If we select you for further consideration, we will be willing to submit to a background check.
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