Senior Cloud Platform Engineer (AWS GovCloud)

TL;DR

Senior Cloud Platform Engineer (AWS GovCloud): Leading the operation, development, and continuous improvement of network and server infrastructure across AWS GovCloud and Azure with an accent on security, scalability, and cost-optimization. Focus on designing robust cloud architectures, driving automation through IaC, and mentoring engineering teams to support mission-critical applications.

Location: Hybrid in Sterling, VA. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Company

hirify.global provides advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, and systems integration services for the intelligence community and defense markets.

What you will do

• Own the architecture and design of core cloud platform capabilities in AWS GovCloud and Azure.
• Develop and maintain automation using Ansible, Terraform, Packer, and GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Manage and optimize AWS resources including VPCs, EC2, ECS, EKS, and S3 at scale.
• Lead technical projects end-to-end, from requirements definition to implementation and delivery.
• Manage Linux and Windows server environments, ensuring best practices for patching and maintenance.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through design and code reviews.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• 6–10+ years of experience in IT operations, security, or DevOps.
• 4+ years of experience with Linux system administration in production environments.
• 2+ years of experience supporting production services within AWS or Azure.
• Deep familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform and Ansible.
• Proven experience troubleshooting complex distributed systems and cloud infrastructure.

Nice to have

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes cluster design.
• Familiarity with multi-account AWS architectures and Control Tower.
• Experience in government or highly regulated cloud environments.
• Relevant professional certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect or Security+.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on high-impact cybersecurity and intelligence missions.
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation and solving complex technical challenges.
• Commitment to professional growth through mentorship and technical leadership opportunities.
• Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to a diverse and inclusive workplace.