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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 :

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 level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

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Software Development

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