[Hiring] Cloud Engineer @ECS Tech Inc

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

• 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)