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Overview:

Seeking a highly skilled contract engineer to lead the transformation of legacy virtual machine-hosted applications into containerized deployments. This role will focus on migrating workloads into Docker or Kubernetes-based environments within Azure and AWS, helping us modernize and standardize infrastructure across multiple business units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and analyze legacy VM-based applications to determine containerization readiness and approach.

• Design and implement Docker container definitions and Kubernetes manifests for legacy apps.

• Refactor and package applications for deployment in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), AWS ECS, or Azure Container Apps.

• Collaborate with Cloud Architecture and Application teams to understand dependencies, configuration, and runtime behaviors.

• Set up container registries, image versioning, and secure container execution.

• Assist with integration of new workloads into existing Terraform-based infrastructure as code (nice to have).

• Document containerization workflows, migration steps, and operational runbooks.

• Ensure container deployments follow best practices in security, observability, and scalability.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in Cloud Infrastructure or DevOps roles.

• Strong hands-on experience with Docker and containerizing legacy applications.

• Proficiency in deploying and managing workloads in Azure or AWS (at least one required). Preference to AWS.

• Experience with Kubernetes or managed services like AKS, ECS, or Azure Container Apps.

• Understanding of CI/CD workflows and build pipelines.

• Familiarity with networking and storage considerations in cloud-native deployments.

• Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills.

Nice to Have:

• Exposure to Terraform, ARM Templates, AWS Cloud Formation tools and infrastructure-as-code methodologies.

• Experience with container observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Azure Monitor, CloudWatch).

• Knowledge of application modernization strategies.

• Familiarity with Agile workflows and ServiceNow task tracking.

Soft Skills:

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage priorities.

• Clear communicator, especially in cross-functional settings.

• Comfort working in a globally distributed team and documenting work clearly.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To manage the implementation of security measures to protect company data, networks, and computer systems. To focus on executing security fundamentals for threat detection, investigation, and response efforts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Engineers, implements and monitors security measures for the protection of computer systems, networks and information. Identifies and defines system security requirements. Designs computer security architecture and develops detailed cyber security designs. Prepares and documents standard operating procedures and protocols. Configures and troubleshoots security infrastructure devices. Develops technical solutions and new security tools to assist in mitigating security vulnerabilities and automating repeatable tasks. Leads IT groups and business units as necessary in troubleshooting compatibility issues between security tools and business or productivity programs. Performs analysis of suspected malicious code and other software or programs and provides written or verbal analysis to management. Analyzes client and customer needs as required and provides clear and concise reports to leadership. Works closely with management on assigned projects from inception through implementation ensuring adequate internal communication and user involvement is maintained.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other duties as assigned. Supports the organization's quality program(s). Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, computer science, or related technology field from an accredited college or university preferred. Related technical institute certification preferred. Experience Eight (8) years of encryption technologies/algorithms, digital forensics, network topologies, and access controls experience or equivalent combination of educated and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of TCP/IP services Knowledge of audit and compliance
• Knowledge of vulnerability management
• Knowledge of penetration testing
• Knowledge of various operating systems
• Knowledge of desktop productivity software
• Knowledge of Carbon Black Protection
• Knowledge of Symantec Endpoint Protection and host data loss prevention
• Knowledge of information technology security frameworks
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

NOTE: Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position. The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

**This position is CONTRACT WITH SET DURATION 6 MOS- 1 YEAR