The AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer will manage AWS infrastructure, optimize CI/CD pipelines, and oversee container environments while ensuring security.
About the Organization
Now is a great time to join Redhorse Corporation. Redhorse specializes in developing and implementing creative strategies and solutions with private, state, and federal customers in the areas of cultural and environmental resources services, climate and energy change, information technology, and intelligence services. We are hiring creative, motivated, and talented people with a passion for doing what's right, what's smart, and what works.
About the Role
Redhorse transforms how government uses data and technology. We are seeking a skilled and motivated AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer to join our high-performing team. This individual will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized environments supporting our vital government clients. Your expertise will directly impact the reliability and security of mission-critical systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex production environment issues with limited context or documentation.
- Configure and manage AWS infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
- Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Groovy/Java.
- Create, deploy, and manage Docker containers and Kubernetes workloads.
- Write and maintain Linux shell scripts; administer Red Hat Linux environments as a superuser.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to implement secure, scalable, and resilient cloud architectures.
- Design and maintain AWS virtual networks, prioritizing security and best practices.
Required Experience/Clearance
- Hands-on AWS experience: Comfortable configuring services through CLI or IaC.
- CI/CD Automation: Experience writing custom Jenkins pipelines in Groovy/Java.
- Linux Expertise: Strong command-line experience with Red Hat Linux and shell scripting.
- Containerization: Proficient with Docker, writing Dockerfiles, and its role in microservices and deployment workflows.
- IaC Experience: Familiarity with tools such as AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, and Ansible.
- Kubernetes: Ability to configure clusters and deploy/manage containers.
- Networking: Practical understanding of network protocols, security, and AWS virtual network setup.
- Active US SECRET Clearance.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
Desired Experience
- AWS certification (e.g., Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer)
- Experience with monitoring/logging tools (e.g., CloudWatch, ELK Stack, Prometheus)
- Familiarity with GitOps practices
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Accommodations:
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Redhorse Corporation shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet Redhorse’s changing needs.
This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Redhorse’s sole discretion.
Top Skills
Ansible
AWS
Aws Cloudformation
Cloudwatch
Docker
Elk Stack
Groovy
Java
Jenkins
Kubernetes
Linux
Prometheus
Red Hat Linux
Terraform
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