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Job Title: AWS Cloud Engineer Functional Title: Information Technology Developer Contract Position State Location: Hanover, MD, US (Primary) Columbia, MD, US Job Type: Full-time Rate: $160K $180K Security Clearance Required: Active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance is required Education / Experience: • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 9+ years of experience in Cloud Engineering, including operations, management, design, and development of cloud-based applications and capabilities OR • Master's degree in a related field and 7 years of relevant experience OR • High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years of relevant experience Job Description: Quantech Services is seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Engineer to join our team in Hanover, MD. The ideal candidate is a seasoned cloud engineer with proven experience in DoD cloud technology (AWS), Python programming, and Linux systems. This role contributes to the development of custom software components and open-source integration for time series analysis using advanced Big Data and cloud technology. This is a hybrid role with work performed both on-site in Hanover and Columbia, MD. Job Duties: • Support development and deployment of cloud infrastructure in AWS • Enhance, optimize, and increase the robustness of an existing code base using strong systems integration skills • Define, build, and manage virtual infrastructure in the cloud using modern tools • Design and implement core architecture and software capabilities from prototype to production • Other duties as assigned Other Required Experience: • Strong knowledge of AWS services (EKS, EC2, EBS, S3, Lambda) • 3+ years of experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, etc.) • Experience writing in Python and working with the Linux command line • Experience designing, building, and managing infrastructure in accordance with DoD Secure Cloud Computing Architecture (SCCA) and DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG) • Experience automating cloud configuration using tools such as Terraform, AWS Config, Ansible, etc. • Ability to work independently and identify areas for improvement • Collaboration with platform architects on strategic architectural changes • Strong understanding of cloud networking best practices • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, with 3 4 days per week at the Fort Meade, MD customer site or Columbia, MD office • Flexibility is essential to accommodate schedule changes Preferred Requirements AWS Certifications (Highly Desired): • AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional • AWS Certified Security Specialty • AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty • AWS Certified Big Data Specialty • AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate • AWS Certified Developer Associate • AWS Certified SysOps Administrator Associate Work Environment: Operates in a professional office environment. Uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Physical Demands: Primarily a sedentary role (mostly sitting); may require occasional filing: • Ability to move files or boxes • Open filing cabinets • Bend or stand as necessary • Lift up to 40 lbs Mental Demands: • Reading • Effective verbal and written communication • Maintain emotional control and professionalism WE HIRE MILITARY