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Job Summary:

NextGen Federal Systems is an innovative technology and professional services provider specializing in advanced software solutions. They are seeking a Lead Cloud Engineer who will be responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and oversight of cloud infrastructure on their Federal Law Enforcement program.

Responsibilities:

• Architect scalable, secure, and highly available cloud infrastructure solutions following industry best practices

• Define and enforce cloud architecture standards to ensure consistency, security, performance, and efficiency

• Monitor cloud environments (e.g., AWS and Azure) for performance issues, troubleshoot complex problems, and resolve bottlenecks to maintain system health and reliability

• Implement and manage robust security protocols and practices in line with industry standards and government regulations to ensure system compliance

• Lead efforts to optimize cloud spend by analyzing usage, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and implementing effective cost management strategies

• Leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation to automate deployment, scaling, and management of cloud infrastructure

• Support cloud-native development models including the use of containers, Kubernetes, and microservices to enhance flexibility and scalability

• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to a team of cloud engineers, ensuring adherence to cloud governance policies and delivery excellence

• Collaborate with enterprise IT, security, and development teams to integrate cloud services with existing infrastructure and solutions

• Stay up to date with emerging cloud technologies and industry trends to continuously improve the organization’s cloud strategy

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Management, or a related field

• Minimum of six (6) years of recent experience (within the last two years) providing cloud engineering support similar in scope to the work described in the PWS

• Demonstrated experience with cloud-native architectures, including containerization (e.g., Docker), orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes), and microservices

• Deep expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, with a solid understanding of cloud computing components such as networking, storage, compute, and security

• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell for automation and infrastructure management

• Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams, with strong collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional teamwork

Company:

NextGen Federal Systems designs, develops, implements, and manages information technology and software solutions. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Morgantown, West Virginia, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• IndustriesSoftware Development

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