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AWS Cloud Developer (TS/SCI)
Winchester, VA (2 Day’s Onsite Per Week ) About the Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled AWS Cloud Developer with an active TS/SCI clearance to support a mission-critical federal program focused on modernizing and securing enterprise cloud environments. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing cloud-native solutions while supporting large-scale migration efforts from on-premises environments to AWS cloud architectures.
The ideal candidate will have experience building secure, scalable cloud solutions and leveraging modern DevSecOps practices to automate infrastructure, application deployment, and operational processes. ________________________________________
***One Round Interview / faster offers! *** Start 2-4 weeks*** Location: Winchester, VA
Clearance: Active Top Secret Required
Employment Type: W2 Consultant (Kforce)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more
Relocation Package: Yes Apply Today!
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Contact Recruiter Directly:
Brenton Anderson
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myitrecruiterbrenton/ Required Clearance
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility/access
• Ability to maintain clearance requirements throughout employment
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Location
• Winchester, Virginia
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Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain secure AWS cloud solutions supporting mission-critical applications.
• Develop cloud service delivery models supporting: o Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
o Platform as a Service (PaaS)
o Software as a Service (SaaS)
o Data as a Service (DaaS)
• Analyze existing applications and recommend cloud migration, modernization, and deployment strategies.
• Build and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions utilizing industry best practices.
• Implement cloud automation leveraging DevSecOps methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
• Develop and deploy cloud-native applications and microservices architectures.
• Support migration of on-premise applications and workloads into AWS environments.
• Establish and maintain secure cloud operating environments aligned with federal security standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving cloud infrastructure, services, and application stacks.
• Develop strategies for cloud resiliency, disaster recovery, backup, and high availability.
• Conduct cloud cost optimization assessments and provide recommendations for improved efficiency.
• Collaborate with developers, engineers, architects, cybersecurity personnel, and mission stakeholders.
• Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and provide recommendations for adoption.
• Design and implement monitoring, logging, and performance optimization solutions.
• Ensure cloud environments meet performance, scalability, and security requirements.
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Required Qualifications
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 6+ years of software development experience.
• 6+ years of AWS cloud development experience supporting enterprise-scale environments.
• Experience developing and deploying applications within AWS cloud environments.
• Experience migrating applications from on-premises infrastructure to AWS.
• Strong experience with cloud architecture and cloud-native application development.
• Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar technologies.
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps methodologies.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of cloud security, identity management, encryption, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools in cloud environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
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Desired Qualifications
• AWS Certified Developer Associate
• AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Professional
• AWS DevOps Engineer Certification
• Experience supporting Intelligence Community, DoD, or Federal Civilian agencies.
• Experience with serverless technologies including AWS Lambda.
• Experience with API development and microservices architectures.
• Experience with Python, Java, .NET, or JavaScript development.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
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Technical Environment
Cloud & DevOps
• AWS
• Terraform
• CloudFormation
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• GitLab CI/CD
• Jenkins
• DevSecOps
Languages & Frameworks
• Python
• Java
• C#
• .NET
• JavaScript
AWS Services
• EC2
• Lambda
• S3
• RDS
• ECS
• EKS
• CloudWatch
• IAM
• VPC
• Route 53
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What You'll Do
This position offers the opportunity to work on a high-visibility national security program supporting cloud modernization initiatives, enterprise application development, and advanced AWS technologies. You'll play a key role in shaping cloud strategy, driving innovation, and delivering secure mission-focused solutions within a dynamic federal environment.
Apply today to learn more about this TS/SCI AWS Cloud Developer opportunity in Winchester, VA.
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
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