AWS Cloud Engineer

AWS Cloud Engineer Contract Type: Contract Location: Danvers - Massachusetts Industry: Information Technology Contact Name: Justin Dyer Contact Email: jdyermariscg.com Contact Phone: 339 777 4015 Date Published: 09-17-2024 Job Reference: BH-35353 As a Senior AWS Cloud Engineer, you will be responsible for executing and overseeing the management of applications in the organization's cloud environment, primarily AWS. You will apply your deep knowledge of AWS services and your expertise in scripting and automation to ensure the seamless operation and maintenance of the cloud environments. You will work within a large enterprise setting, maintaining existing platforms while implementing and optimizing new solutions. You will also collaborate with various internal teams, including the NOC, SOC, and Incident Risk Management teams, to ensure comprehensive support and security. Key Responsibilities: Cloud Management: Lead the management and optimization of applications, databases, and infrastructure on AWS, utilizing services such as EC2, S3, RDS, and VPC. Scripting and Automation: Develop and maintain automation scripts using Terraform and Python to streamline deployment and management processes. Platform Maintenance: Manage and maintain AWS environments to ensure their reliability, performance, and security. Handle updates, patches, and routine maintenance tasks. IAM Familiarity: Work with IAM teams to configure and manage user permissions and roles. Operational Support: Provide ongoing support for cloud platforms, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance across production environments. Stand-alone Procedures: Design and execute stand-alone procedures for provisioning, configuring, and managing cloud resources. Collaboration: Work closely with the Network Operations Center (NOC), Security Operations Center (SOC), and Incident Risk Management teams to ensure alignment with security protocols and operational efficiency. Documentation and Reporting: Create detailed documentation for cloud infrastructure, management processes, and maintenance activities. Provide regular status reports to stakeholders. Requirements: Experience: Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience as an Engineer with AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, and VPC. Scripting Skills: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and experience with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform. Platform Maintenance: Proven experience in maintaining and optimizing cloud platforms in a large enterprise environment (Fortune 500). Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of AWS services, cloud architecture, and best practices for deploying and managing AWS platforms. IAM Knowledge: Familiarity with IAM roles and policies to manage secure access and permissions. Problem-Solving: Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve complex issues related to cloud infrastructure and services. Documentation: Ability to create and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud infrastructure and processes. Communication: Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Certification: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional or similar certification is highly desirable. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with AWS Systems Manager (SSM) for automation and management of cloud resources is a big PLUS Experience with EC2, Terraform, Python, S3 Buckets, RDS, IAM, and VPC Familiarity with hybrid cloud environments and integration with on-premises systems. Experience working with NOC, SOC, and Incident Risk Management teams in a large enterprise setting. DeWinter Group and Maris Consulting is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We post pay scales which are based on our client pay ranges. DeWinter, Maris, and our clients have the right to modify the requirements of the role which can impact the pay ranges posted.