Sep 12, 2025
Cloud Engineer (Atlanta Candidates Only - Onsite 2-3 days per week)
Job ID#: AWSA-25/2025/CE1
Location: Atlanta - Downtown Office
Position Type: Hybrid
Experience: 5+ years
Job Overview
AWS America is seeking a skilled and experienced Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and maintain cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions across AWS and Azure environments.
This role is perfect for a professional with a strong background in cloud migration, systems administration, networking, and enterprise infrastructure management, who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, deployment, and support of hybrid cloud environments leveraging AWS and Azure.
- Plan and execute migrations from on-premises data centers to cloud platforms.
- Act as a senior-level Systems Administrator, supporting the full IT service lifecycle: design, transition, operations, and continuous improvement.
- Configure and manage LAN/WAN environments, including firewalls, routers, route tables, ACLs, and DNS.
- Provide support for enterprise platforms
- Application Servers: JBOSS, Tomcat
- Databases: Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, Amazon Aurora, and other DBaaS solutions
- Operating Systems: Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Unix
- Load Balancers and Storage Solutions
- Develop automation scripts for provisioning and system management (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
- Integrate third-party applications and hardware into secure, connected environments.
- Perform capacity planning and contribute to disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
- Apply ITIL and DevOps methodologies to optimize service delivery and operations.
- Collaborate with development teams to support CI/CD pipelines and ensure infrastructure compliance with SDLC standards.
- Troubleshoot complex system issues and implement effective, sustainable solutions.
- Monitor infrastructure performance and proactively recommend improvements.
- Integrate systems with Active Directory while maintaining security and compliance.
- Stay up to date with cybersecurity best practices and apply them to all cloud/infrastructure environments.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
- Occasional in-state travel to agency locations as needed.
Required Skills & Competencies
- 2-3 years experience in cloud engineering and infrastructure support.
- Proven hands-on experience with cloud architecture, deployment, and migration in AWS and Azure.
- Strong networking knowledge and enterprise IT infrastructure management expertise.
- Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
- Solid understanding of IT security principles, particularly in government or regulated environments.
- Familiarity with ITIL and DevOps best practices.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
- Experience working with public sector or government agencies is a plus.
AWS America is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled / All Are Welcome
At AWS America, we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fuels success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, military service, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any part of our hiring process, please contact our Human Resources team.
We’re committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to grow. Join us, and be part of a team that supports your goals and celebrates your success.