Senior Cloud Computing Engineer

Grand Rapids, MI

Full Time

Experienced

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Senior Cloud Computing Engineer
Location: Remote
Department: Veterans Affairs (VA)
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Experienced
Security Clearance Level: Public Trust (MBI)

Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Spearhead the VA’s migration to the cloud
Create dataflow diagrams, cloud diagrams, transition diagrams, and high-level architecture diagrams on Cloud Infrastructure, applications, and systems
Design, develop, deploy, and operate automation technologies for continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD)
Manage and control permissions in the cloud service provider for each cloud application, storage, and service being hosted
Implement, manage, and design monitoring capabilities for cloud architecture and cloud-hosted systems and applications to ensure optimal performance and compliance with VA/federal policies
Provide customer-focused support for product lines and services, including, set up, configuration, and provisioning of VA Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) environments
Provide cloud support services for systems and applications in the VAEC Amazon Web Services (AWS) (GovCloud) environments, ensuring compliance with Veteran-focused Integration Process (VIP) development, release, and documentation requirements
Adopt a DevOps mindset with an understanding of CI/CD practices and tooling
Provide Cloud Security Provider Documentation
Design VAEC/cloud-hosted solutions and address cloud-readiness gaps

Required Skills and Experience
A proven track record of designing, deploying, and managing AWS infrastructure and services Expertise in core AWS services such as Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Simple Storage Service (S3), Relational Database Service (RDS), Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Lambda, Identity and Access Management (IAM), CloudFormation, CloudWatch, and Route 53 Experience with AWS security practices and services, including AWS IAM, AWS Shield, and AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF) Proficiency with AWS networking components like VPC Peering, Direct Connect, and Virtual Private Network (VPN) An ability to design, deploy, and manage scalable and secure AWS cloud infrastructures Experience in setting up and managing multi-account AWS environments using AWS organizations Knowledge of best practices and strategies for cloud cost management and optimization Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, or Node.js for automation Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK) Proficiency in monitoring and logging tools such as CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS Configuration, and third-party tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, New Relic) Experience in performance optimization and troubleshooting AWS resources A strong understanding of AWS security best practices and compliance frameworks (e.g. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) Experience implementing encryption, key management, and IAM solutions within AWS Knowledge of AWS database services such as Amazon RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora, and RedShift Experience in database performance tuning and backup/recovery strategies Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g. Jenkins, GitLab CI, AWS CodePipeline, and AWS CodeBuild) Experience with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker, Kubernetes, Elastic Container Service (ECS), and Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to troubleshoot complex cloud-related issues Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Skilled in prioritizing tasks, managing time effectively, and meeting deadlines Strong attention to detail to ensure system stability, security, and data integrity Capability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and team members An ability to lead technical projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams A willingness to be on-call for emergency support and maintenance when required Strong documentation skills for creating and maintaining system configurations, processes, and procedures An ability to manage and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and quality results A commitment to staying current with emerging AWS technologies, tools, and industry trends
Professional Certifications	None required however Advanced AWS certifications are preferred, such as: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional AWS Certified Security – Specialty
Years of Professional Experience	8+ years’ experience in cloud engineering, with a focus on AWS 8+ years’ experience with large-scale, high-availability, and scalable cloud architecture
Desired experience	Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) Medical Claims X.12 medical claims (837, 834, 277, etc) Experience with T-SQL Experience in a high paced DevOps environment Experience working with remote U.S. based teams (Not Offshore teams)
Formal Education	Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related technical discipline
Citizenship Requirement	U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity
Security Clearance Requirements	Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI)
CRITICAL NOTES:	SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Your answers to the mandatory screening questions must be supported by the information on your resume. Applications with inconsistencies will not be considered. Recruiters or Third parties will not be considered. This is a 100% U.S. based remote position. However, candidates from CA, CO, IL, MN, NJ, NY, OR, or WA will not be considered. This is a W-2 position All interviews will be conducted on Microsoft Teams with your camera on; there will be no exceptions As part of our screening process, you will be requested to provide a link to your LinkedIn profile

U.S Citizenship is required for this specific opportunity. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.

Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.

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Do you possess eight (8) or more years of experience with AWS networking components like Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Peering, Direct Connect, and Virtual Private Network (VPN)?*

Do you possess eight (8) or more years of experience with setting up and managing multi-account AWS environments using AWS organizations?*

Do you possess eight (8) or more years of experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, or Node.js for automation?*

Do you possess eight (8) or more years of experience with monitoring and logging tools such as CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS Configuration, and third-party tools (e.g. Prometheus, Grafana, New Relic)?*

Do you possess eight (8) or more years of experience with AWS database services such as Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS), DynamoDB, Aurora, and RedShift?*

Do you possess eight (8) or more years of experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) tools and practices including Jenkins, GitLab CI, AWS CodePipeline, and AWS CodeBuild?*

Do you possess eight (8) or more years of experience with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker, Kubernetes, Elastic Container Service (ECS), and Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS)?*

Do you possess three (3) or more years of experience with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) X.12?*

Do you possess any advanced AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional, and/or AWS Certified Security - Specialty certifications?*

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