AWS Cloud Engineer
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LocationCarlisle, PA, Carlisle, United States
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
DepartmentInformation Technology
Company size9+ people
PostedSep 24, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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2+ years of hands-on experience in AWS cloud administration, DevOps, or cloud engineering
Strong knowledge of AWS services, networking, and security best practices
Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or other Infrastructure as Code tools
Proficiency in scripting with Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Knowledge of monitoring tools like AWS CloudWatch, Splunk, or Datadog
Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS ECS/EKS)
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Ability to diagnose and resolve cloud infrastructure issues efficiently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to document technical processes clearly for both technical and non-technical users
Active Secret Security Clearance
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
AWS Certified Security – Specialty
Skills
AWS
EC2
S3
RDS
VPC
IAM
CloudFormation
CloudWatch
Terraform
Python
Bash
PowerShell
Docker
Kubernetes
ECS
EKS
Splunk
Datadog
About the role
Position: AWS Cloud Engineer
Job Summary:
The AWS Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud infrastructure. This role includes configuring AWS resources, managing security policies, automating deployments, and optimizing cloud performance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with AWS services, networking, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC).
Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
AWS Administration:
• Manage AWS resources, including EC2 instances, S3 buckets, RDS databases, and VPCs.
• Deploy and configure AWS services such as IAM, CloudFormation, and CloudWatch.
• Optimize AWS cost and performance through monitoring and resource adjustments.
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
Security & Compliance:
• Enforce security best practices using AWS IAM policies, security groups, and encryption.
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Implement compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, FedRAMP) as required.
• Monitor AWS environment and logs for security threats and respond to incidents.
Automation & DevOps:
• Automate cloud infrastructure provisioning and configuration management.
• Utilize scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to streamline cloud operations.
Networking & Performance Optimization:
• Configure and manage VPCs, subnets, route tables, and VPN connections.
• Optimize cloud workloads for performance, availability, and scalability.
• Troubleshoot AWS networking issues, including load balancing and DNS.
Troubleshooting & Support:
• Diagnose and resolve AWS infrastructure and service-related issues.
• Provide technical support to developers and other teams using AWS.
• Monitor and analyze system performance, logs, and alerts.
Documentation:
• Maintain documentation for AWS architectures, policies, and procedures.
• Create playbooks and knowledge base articles for troubleshooting.
Additional Responsibilities:
• Stay up to date with the latest AWS technologies and best practices.
• Participate in on-call rotation for incident response.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to enhance cloud strategies and implementations.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Experience:
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in AWS cloud administration, DevOps, or cloud engineering.
Certifications (* Preferred but not required):
Nice to have
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
• *AWS Certified Security – Specialty
Technical Skills:
• Strong knowledge of AWS services, networking, and security best practices.
• Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or other Infrastructure as Code tools.
• Proficiency in scripting with Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools like AWS CloudWatch, Splunk, or Datadog.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS ECS/EKS).
Problem-Solving:
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve cloud infrastructure issues efficiently.
Communication:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to document technical processes clearly for both technical and non-technical users.
Clearance:
• Active Secret Security Clearance
Skills and Abilities:
• Technical Skills: Expertise in AWS cloud services and automation tools.
• Communication: Ability to convey technical information effectively to different audiences.
• Problem-Solving: Strong decision-making and troubleshooting abilities in high-pressure situations.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic calculations related to cost optimization and capacity planning.
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