Cloud Engineer

As aCloud Engineer, you’ll be a key player in architecting, designing, and implementing cloud solutions that empower our clients to leverage the full potential of cloud technologies. You will be responsible for the development of a robust and scalable cloud infrastructure while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed withour people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you’ll do:

• Provide requirement decomposition/definition and engineering expertise to assure program requirements are developed and sustained.
• Work with government stakeholders design, develop, integrate, and test solutions for complex technical requirements
• Prepare operating instructions and end user training.
• Support the design and implementation of cloud-based architecture, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security in alignment with industry best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, troubleshoot issues, and optimize cloud infrastructure.
• Drive the evaluation and adoption of new cloud technologies, tools, and methodologies to continuously enhance our client’s cloud capabilities.
• Develop and implement cloud governance strategies, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Lead efforts to automate deployment, monitoring, and management processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing manual intervention.
• Act as a subject matter expert on cloud engineering best practices, participating in knowledge sharing and contributing to the company’s technical community.
• Participate in all phases of risk management assessments and architecture.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Active TS/SCI Clearance with CI poly.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in cloud engineering, with a focus on designing, implementing, and managing cloud solutions.
• Hands-on experience with leading cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, EBS, etc..
• Familiarity with creating, managing, and hardening server OS images across multiple classification domains in the cloud using AMIs
• Background in infrastructure-as-code (IAC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
• Scripting and programming skills (Python, Bash, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex cloud-related issues.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Don’t meet every single requirement?  

Studies have shown that women, people of color and the LGBTQ+ community are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  At MetroStar we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic culture, so, if you’re excited about this role, but your previous experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to go ahead and apply.  We pride ourselves on making great matches, and you may be the perfect match for this role or another one we have. Best of luck! – The MetroStar People & Culture Team

What we want you to know:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

MetroStar Systems is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of MetroStar Systems.

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