Technical Lead – AWS Platform (Top Secret Clearance Required) 3 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Technical Lead - AWS Platform Location: Washington, DC (Onsite - 5 Days per Week) Clearance: Top Secret Clearance Required About The Role The Technical Lead - AWS Platform will oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of AWS-based infrastructure, ensuring security, scalability, and compliance with federal regulations. This role requires strong leadership, expertise in AWS architecture, DevOps practices, cloud security, and automation , as well as the ability to guide teams in deploying and managing cloud solutions for mission-critical government operations. Key Responsibilities Cloud Architecture & Strategy: Design and implement scalable, resilient, and high-performance AWS environments for enterprise applications. Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Lead a team of cloud engineers, providing guidance on AWS best practices, DevOps strategies, and cloud security frameworks. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and manage AWS infrastructure using Terraform, CloudFormation, and Ansible to automate provisioning and configuration. Security & Compliance: Enforce AWS security best practices, including IAM policies, AWS Shield, AWS Macie, encryption, and FedRAMP compliance. CI/CD Pipeline Management: Oversee CI/CD processes using GitLab, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, and AWS CodeDeploy for automated deployments. Cloud Monitoring & Optimization: Utilize AWS CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and AWS Security Hub to track system health, optimize performance, and detect anomalies. Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Cloud Solutions: Support hybrid and cross-cloud environments, ensuring seamless integration between AWS, Azure, and on-premise systems. Networking & Load Balancing: Configure VPCs, Route 53, Elastic Load Balancers (ELB), and AWS Direct Connect for secure, high-performance cloud networking. Disaster Recovery & High Availability: Implement AWS backup, disaster recovery, and multi-region failover strategies to enhance system resilience. Stakeholder & Client Engagement: Work closely with government agencies, security teams, and cloud engineers to ensure alignment with business and security objectives. Automation & DevSecOps: Develop and implement automated security monitoring, logging, and compliance reporting solutions. Required Qualifications Experience: Minimum 7+ years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or technical leadership, with a strong focus on AWS cloud environments. Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional (or equivalent AWS certification preferred). Cloud Security & Compliance: Deep understanding of AWS security tools, IAM best practices, encryption standards, and DoD/Federal compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, RMF, Zero Trust Architecture). Technical Tool Proficiency: Strong expertise in Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes, AWS Lambda, and AWS DevOps services. Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Cloud Knowledge: Experience integrating AWS solutions with Azure and GCP environments. Scripting & Automation: Strong proficiency in Python, PowerShell, Bash, and YAML/JSON for automation and cloud management. Preferred Skills Experience working with federal agencies or DoD cloud modernization projects. Knowledge of AWS AI/ML services, container orchestration (EKS), and serverless architectures. Expertise in cloud cost optimization and performance tuning strategies. This role provides the opportunity to lead high-impact cloud transformation initiatives in the federal sector , ensuring secure, efficient, and scalable AWS platform solutions . Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Improvix Technologies by 2x Lead Maintenance Technician - Regional Operations Specialist Fairfax, VA $69,888 - $100,949.33 11 hours ago Arlington, VA $69,888 - $100,949.33 11 hours ago Washington, DC $69,888 - $100,949.33 11 hours ago Silver Spring, MD $43.04 - $64.56 1 week ago System Administrator & Technical Lead - TS/SCI Clearance Washington, DC $150,000 - $225,000 6 days ago Germantown, MD $51,000 - $68,000 1 month ago HVA Assessment Technical Lead (AES Certified) We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Improvix Technologies