AWS Engineer - Alexandria, United States - Synectics

Description

We are seeking an AWS Engineer to join our growing team. The qualified applicant will become part of the Enterprise Data Analytics Services (EDAS) program for a large federal agency in Alexandria, VA. Hybrid work options are available.

AWS Engineer is responsible for the development and support of cloud-based solutions. Solutions include moving assets from on-premise to cloud environment, evaluation, and optimization. AWS Engineer will collaborate with the team effectively to ensure the team's success.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Work on automating the migration process in AWS from development to production.
• Create CFT deploying/updating cloud resources.
• Advise the engineering and software engineering team as they migrate from on-premise to cloud infrastructure.
• Optimize cloud workloads for cost, scalability, availability, governance, compliance, etc.
• Guide and/or provide hands-on support to administer production, staging, and deployment environments.
• Partner with multi-disciplinary teams to understand requirements and plan architecture and solutions.
• Apply insight and expertise across AWS services.
• Apply knowledge of scripting and automation using tools like PowerShell, Python, Bash, Ruby, Perl, etc.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Good working knowledge of AWS Services, including Compute and Storage Networking.
• Good knowledge of creating CFTs.
• Experience building infrastructure inside AWS via code. Familiarity with tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Ability to proactively communicate, interact, and solve problems.
• Experience in software development tools and methodologies.
• Min 3 years of IT experience.

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or associated discipline.
• AWS certification is a plus

Clearance Requirements:

• Ability to attain and maintain a Public Trust.

Job Type:

• Full Time
• Hybrid work
• Monday-Friday
• 9p-5p

Our hiring process is 100% online.

About Synectics:

Synectics is a solutions specialist company focused on federal data - gathering, storing, cleaning, analyzing, visualizing, reporting on, and ultimately making it meaningful for stakeholders and their constituents. We call ourselves "Synecticians," because we fuse our ideas and disciplines in every deliverable. We assemble experienced SMEs and solution architects - from different walks of life -to deliver excellence in information technology and data management. It is a privilege to play a behind-the-scenes role in applications that improve the quality of life in America and promote the health and welfare of our citizens.

Our motto? Making Data Meaningful

Employee Benefits:

Synectics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive salary and an impressive full benefits package that includes:

Professional Development

Health and Wellbeing

Financial Wellness

Tuition & Training Assistance

Professional Membership Subscription

Technical e-Learning Trainings

Computer Purchase Program

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401 (k) Retirement Plan w/Company Match

Discretionary Profit Sharing

Pre-tax Transportation Benefits

Health Savings & Flexible Spending Offerings

Financial Counseling

We pride ourselves on fostering an environment that supports professional development, growth, and diversity.

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