ECS Tech Inc

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ECS is seeking a Cloud Engineer to work in our Arlington, VA office / remote.     The Cloud Engineer will play a critical role in supporting a federal IT modernization initiative by designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure solutions. This position requires working within a highly regulated environment while driving innovation and efficiency through cloud adoption. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to migrate legacy systems, implement cloud-native solutions, and ensure compliance with federal security standards and regulations.  Working as part of a dynamic modernization program, the Cloud Engineer will contribute to transforming government operations through scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud technologies. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on citizen services while advancing cloud engineering expertise in the federal sector.    Responsibilities  Infrastructure Design & Implementation  * Design and implement scalable cloud architectures using AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or other FedRAMP-authorized cloud platforms  * Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates  * Migrate legacy on-premises systems to cloud environments while maintaining operational continuity  * Configure and manage virtual networks, load balancers, storage solutions, and compute resources    Security & Compliance  * Implement cloud security best practices in accordance with NIST frameworks, FISMA requirements, and agency-specific security controls  * Configure and maintain security groups, network access control lists, identity and access management (IAM) policies  * Support Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and maintain continuous monitoring capabilities  * Ensure compliance with FedRAMP, FIPS 140-2, and other federal security standards    Operations & Monitoring  * Implement automated monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for cloud infrastructure  * Perform capacity planning and cost optimization analysis  * Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans  * Support 24/7 operations through on-call rotation and incident response procedures  * Create and maintain technical documentation and standard operating procedures    Collaboration & Innovation  * Partner with application development teams to optimize cloud resource utilization  * Participate in architecture review boards and technical design sessions  * Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing initiatives  * Research and evaluate emerging cloud technologies for potential adoption    Salary Range: $150,000 - $180,000 General Description of Benefits [https://ecstech.com/careers/benefits] Qualifications * U.S. Citizenship  * Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust suitability determination   * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience  * 7+ years of experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure management, or related technical roles  * Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform)