Cloud Engineer Lead - REMOTE WORK, United States - SAIC

Description

SAIC is looking for a highly motivated, hands on candidate that will be responsible for evaluating and implementing cloud-based solution architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP, and developing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Python.

This role involves working closely with Cloud Service Providers to resolve issues, assisting in the design of cloud infrastructure, and supporting application development.

Responsibilities also include creating custom OS and application images, automating configurations, contributing to security audits, providing technical support, troubleshooting with cross-functional teams, and leading technical projects.

The candidate will analyze cloud systems and performance to recommend improvements and participate in research projects to optimize our cloud environment.

Job responsibilities mainly include:
Conduct cloud solution assessments and implement cloud-based Architectures on AWS, Azure, OCI or GCP considering scalability, security, reliability, and performance
Develop and Maintain IaC using Terraform, Ansible, or Python
Coordinate with CSP support to escalate and track issues to resolution
Provide Infrastructure conceptual design & assist developers with application development and implementation of new cloud products and services that meet the organization and customer requirements
OS & Application Customer Image design and development for our cloud infrastructure
Produce, build, and implement automation for configuration of systems and applications
Assist with security and audit activities related to Cloud infrastructure
Experience with STIG and remediating vulnerabilities and vendor best practice
Provides technical and system engineering support for internal groups and customers
Assist cross functional teams in troubleshooting and problem identification
Evaluate and analyze systems, performance, issues and metrics to provide recommendations for service improvements
Provide escalation support for Operations
Lead and or provide technical expertise on projects

Ability to understand virtual cloud architectures and layered application and database services with the ability to logically determine root cause of an issue.

Participate in analytical studies, cost-benefit analyses, or other research including analyzing information systems requirements and environment projects.
Develop and maintain documentation of system configurations, topologies and operational procedures.
Stay updated with cloud trends, certifications, and emerging technologies.
Qualifications
B.S.

in technology field computer science, electrical engineering, information systems management, or related field of study AND 6 years of experience, or demonstrate 9 years of equivalent experience in a related field.

Experience with cloud architecture, cloud solutioning, networking, security, compliance, migration patterns and tools.
Experience with cloud-native infrastructure, including virtual networks, security groups, and identity management services
Ability to manage and ensure the successful completion of multiple technical tasks in assigned program(s). Ability to recruit, hire, manage, supervise, train, schedule, coordinate, and evaluate staff as assigned.

Experience in working within environments that employ Agile and Scrum methodologies for project management and are structured around a DevOps culture.

Experience supporting a Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipeline
Experience with software development suites like GitLab and experience with code version control systems
Experience with Jira and Confluence
Experience with any of the following CSPs: AWS, Azure, Oracle, GCP
Understanding of IP Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, SSL/TLS, etc.)
Experience with STIG and remediating vulnerabilities and vendor best practices
Good leadership qualities to instruct and lead junior engineers, administrators, and technicians
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Knowledge and understanding of how to leverage various services for computing, storage, database management, and networking.
Understand the principles of DevOps and its integration with cloud services. Proficiency in tools like Git, and CI/CD pipelines
Proficiency in tools like Terraform, and Ansible to automate provisioning and configuration management of cloud resources.
Proficiency in languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation and scripting.

Certifications (minimum of 1 of the following)

GCP, Azure, or AWS Cloud certifications
Security+

CISSP
CCSP Certified Cloud Security Professional


Citizenship / Clearance Qualifications:
US Citizenship Required
Must be able to obtain DHS Public Trust prior to starting

Target salary range:
$115,001 - $125,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.


Covid Policy:
SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.