AWS Network Engineer

Title : Cloud Engineer

Location : Plantation, FL

Duration : 6 months + Compensation : 60hr. to 70hr.

Work Requirements : Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S. Cloud Engineer (AWS) We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cloud Engineer to join our IT organization as we modernize and scale our cloud infrastructure. This role will play a critical part in executing our multi-account AWS strategy using Control Tower and Landing Zone, and driving automation through Infrastructure as Code with Terraform and CI / CD pipelines in GitHub actions.

The ideal candidate will assist in transforming our application stack by migrating from traditional web servers to AWS serverless infrastructure using Lambda, as well as migrating existing workloads and resources into new AWS accounts. They will also support both Windows and Linux environments, work across a broad set of AWS services, and collaborate closely with development teams using Python, Angular, and React.

• Design, build, and maintain secure, scalable cloud infrastructure using Terraform and AWS best practices
• Implement and manage AWS multi-account environments via Landing Zone and Control Tower
• Assist in the transition from traditional server-based architectures to serverless solutions using AWS Lambda
• Design and implement a Desktop as a Service solution to improve security, enhance flexibility, simplify IT management and provide cost savings
• Automate infrastructure deployment and application delivery using GitHub Actions and CI / CD pipelines
• Migrate workloads from existing environments into new AWS accounts, ensuring minimal downtime
• Support and maintain Linux and Windows-based systems in our cloud environments
• Configure and manage core AWS services, including EC2, ECS, VPC, IAM, RDS, ELB, WAF, Transit Gateways, and Cloud WAN
• Administer and support database technologies including MSSQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL
• Collaborate with software development teams working with Python, Angular, and React to ensure infrastructure aligns with application needs
• Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, security, and cost efficiency, implementing improvements as needed
• Architect all solutions based on the organization's business processes and best practices, optimizing for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency
• Resolve complex technical issues by analyzing and formulating solutions based on industry best practices
• Maintain clear and up-to-date documentation of our cloud architecture, procedures, and best practices

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field

3+ years of experience as a Cloud Engineer or similar role working in an enterprise environment

Advanced knowledge of cloud technologies and cloud infrastructure

Strong experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code

Experience with AWS Landing Zones and Control Tower

Hands-on experience deploying Desktop as a Service solutions like Amazon WorkSpaces

Advanced proficiency with Linux and Windows administration in cloud environments

Hands-on experience with GitHub and GitHub Actions for CI / CD automation

In-depth knowledge of AWS services, including but not limited to EC2, ECS, VPC, IAM, RDS, S3, ELB, WAF, Lambda, Transit Gateway, and Cloud WAN

Experience supporting MSSQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL in production environments

Scripting and automation skills

Familiarity with Angular, Python, and React to support integration with infrastructure

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset

Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

AWS certifications, e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional

Experience in cloud migrations or building greenfield cloud environments

Familiarity with cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks