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Sr. Cloud Engineer I (5818)

MetroStarReston, Virginia, United StatesOnsite
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As 
Sr. Cloud Engineer I, you’ll be a key player in architecting, designing, and implementing cloud solutions that empower our clients to leverage the full potential of cloud technologies. You will be responsible for the development of a robust and scalable cloud infrastructure while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery.We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed withour people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams.

Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you’ll do:


  • Design and deploy cloud-based architectures, ensuring optimal scalability, reliability, and security while adhering to industry standards.
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements, resolve complex issues, and enhance cloud infrastructure performance
  • Champion the evaluation and integration of emerging cloud technologies and methodologies to improve our client's cloud ecosystem
  • Establish and execute robust cloud governance strategies to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements

What you’ll need to succeed:


  • Active TS/SCI with CI poly is required.
  • Current certifications to meet 8140/8570 standards (e.g. Security+ or above)
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience building AWS cloud infrastructure solutions at scale across multiple classification domains (IL5 to IL6+) simultaneously
  • Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in cloud engineering, with a focus on designing, implementing, and managing cloud solutions.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex cloud-related issues.
  • Strong scripting and programming skills (Python, Bash, etc.).
  • Experience creating, managing, and hardening server OS images across multiple classification domains in the cloud using AMIs
  • Strong background in infrastructure-as-code (IAC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
  • Hands-on experience with leading cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, EBS, etc..
  • An understanding of cloud security best practices and experience implementing security controls in a cloud environment.

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

What we want you to know:


In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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Life at MetroStar

MetroStar is a digital services and management consulting company specializing in emerging technologies within the public sector. MetroStar is a mission accelerator - we embrace disruptions in tech to propel progress. Through our user-centric capabilities, we create new paths to government innovation and shape thoughtful outcomes for the people. We are eclectic – coders, creatives, strategists, and everything in between. To find out why we love what we do and to search our open positions, visit us at metrostar.com/join-us
Thrive Here & What We Value - Generous Benefits Package- Professional Growth Opportunities- Valuable Time to Recharge- Commitment to Non-Discrimination- Accolades for being a great place to work- Passion for People and Value for Customers
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