AWS Cloud Engineer

Job description

**_This is a full-time direct hire position and you must currently have an active Secret Security Clearance or above.

We are not able to offer visa sponsorship, 1099 status, or work with C2C for this role._**

**Why WWT?**

At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen.

Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe.

WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All.

We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.

Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution.

WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe.

Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all.

Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams?

Join WWT today!

**Why should you join the Government Services team?**

Our Government Services team provides cleared resources with a global reach to federal civilian, Department of Defense (DoD) and intelligence community markets.

We excel at delivering innovative, operationally ready, and cost-effective IT solutions that accelerate the interoperability and resiliency of mission critical systems.

Location: Washington, DC

**What will you be doing?**

World Wide Technology, LLC has an opportunity available for an AWS Cloud Engineer to support our Government Services team in building, maintaining, and optimizing scalable cloud infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have strong skills in **DevSecOps practices** , with hands-on experience in infrastructure automation, configuration management, and CI/CD pipelines.

You will be responsible for designing, building, and securing cloud environments that enable scalable, reliable, and secure business applications.

**RESPONSIBILITIES:**

+ **Cloud Architecture & Automation**

+ Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure across AWS.
+ Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using **Terraform** and **Ansible** .
+ Automate provisioning, configuration, and monitoring of cloud resources.

+ **DevSecOps & CI/CD**

+ Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines in **GitLab** with security and compliance integrated.
+ Implement DevSecOps practices to ensure **secure, automated delivery** of infrastructure and applications.
+ Integrate automated security scanning and compliance checks into pipelines.

+ **Cloud Security & Compliance**

+ Apply **best practices in cloud security** , IAM, network design, and data protection.
+ Collaborate with security teams to embed guardrails and ensure regulatory compliance.
+ Perform ongoing vulnerability assessments and remediation in AWS/GCP environments.

+ **Collaboration & Support**

+ Work closely with application teams, SREs, and platform engineers to provide scalable and reliable environments.
+ Troubleshoot cloud infrastructure issues and implement long-term fixes.
+ Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives.

**Required Skills & Experience**

+ **Cloud Platforms:** Deep hands-on experience with **AWS** (compute, networking, IAM, storage, monitoring).
+ **Automation Tools:** Proficiency in **Terraform** and **Ansible** for infrastructure and configuration automation.
+ **CI/CD Pipelines:** Strong experience with **GitLab CI/CD** (runners, pipelines, security integrations).
+ **DevSecOps Practices:** Knowledge of container security, secrets management, compliance automation, and vulnerability scanning tools.
+ **Programming/Scripting:** Proficiency in Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages.
+ **Monitoring & Logging:** Familiarity with tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/EFK, or cloud-native equivalents.
+ **Security Mindset:** Strong understanding of **IAM, encryption, cloud security controls, and zero-trust principles** .
+ **_Minimum Secret Clearance required with ability to obtain Top secret_**

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Certifications such as **AWS Solutions Architect, AWS DevOps Engineer, Google Professional Cloud Architect, or similar** .
+ Experience with **Kubernetes** (GKE, EKS) and container orchestration.
+ Knowledge of multi-cloud strategies, networking, and hybrid cloud integration.
+ Exposure to policy-as-code frameworks (e.g., OPA, Sentinel).

**Want to learn more about Government Services?

Check us out on our platform:**

**https://www.wwt.com/government-services**

Preferred locations: Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range.

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $135,000.00 to $165,000.00 annually.

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs.

The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.

Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential.

So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best.

We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

+ Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
+ Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
+ Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
+ Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication.

Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email taposting@wwt.com .

**Location: Washington, DC**

_If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email_ _taposting@wwt.com_ _._

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World Wide Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by law.

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