AWS Engineer

AWS Engineer

Reports to: Account Executive

Status: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Remote

ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND

Established in August 2016, Basecamp Consulting and Solutions, LLC is a dynamic Information Technology (IT) consulting firm committed to delivering results for our clients. Specializing in next-generation IT and digital transformation solutions, Basecamp Consulting and Solutions is dedicated to helping clients achieve success through trust, innovation, quality work, and a steadfast commitment to results.

At Basecamp, we believe in the power of emerging technologies to propel our clients toward their goals. Our focus lies in business and IT modernization, utilizing Cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and cutting-edge application development. We pride ourselves on a team of talented professionals who are passionate about supporting our clients on their journey towards innovative outcomes.

Basecamp Consulting and Solutions is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of IT consulting and we are equally committed to embodying these principles in every facet of our work. Our head-office is located in Reston, VA.

Overview:

The Cloud Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing the cloud architecture strategy to support IRS systems, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-efficiency. This role will involve close collaboration with project teams to plan, design, and implement cloud solutions to modernize tax processing applications and other critical systems.

Education and Certifications:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Architect, or similar) are preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the cloud architecture and implementation strategy for IRS systems, focusing on efficiency and security.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure cloud solutions align with IRS objectives for scalability, performance, and compliance.
• Implement cloud infrastructure solutions that enhance the performance and scalability of critical IRS systems, such as the Integrated Data Retrieval System (IDRS).
• Work with development teams to integrate cloud technologies in the application lifecycle and assist with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment processes.
• Ensure that cloud deployments meet FedRAMP and IRS-specific security requirements and maintain compliance with all regulatory guidelines.
• Troubleshoot cloud-related issues, and provide support for cloud-based services, ensuring high availability and reliability.
• Maintain cloud environments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and manage cloud resources efficiently to optimize costs.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Must have IRS active clearance. Other active government clearances will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• 3 years of experience with hands on AWS Core services.
• DevOps automation, infrastructure as a code (IAAS)
• Code or API experience with Amazon and deploy through code
• Design experience in Amazon implementations
• Deploy EC2 VCP, RDS and Storage
• In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms and technologies, including virtualization, networking, and security practices.
• Experience with DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipeline development.
• Familiarity with FedRAMP compliance requirements and security best practices for cloud environments.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
• Experience in migrating and modernizing legacy systems to cloud-based solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Basecamp Consulting and Solutions is committed to principles of equity and inclusion. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels safe and empowered. We will be prioritizing applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including racialized populations, Veterans, and 2SLGBTQ+.