Overview
Acuity, Inc. is seeking a skilled Cloud Engineer/Architect to join our team to support a federal customer’s cloud computing offerings. The Architect will provide professional and secure technical design, implementation, and operational services and assist customers in deploying solutions using cloud computing services. You will configure tools to meet the business, policy and security risk tolerance of our demanding customers and engage with security analysts to document how required security controls are met through tools and associated implementation. You will work as part of an Agile DevSecOps team and work closely with the Product Owner, Scrum Master, and other cloud and security engineers.
This position requires in-depth knowledge of AWS, Azure, and/or GCP services, cloud computing, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, and the ability to clearly communicate architectural trade-offs/design options so that the Product Owner can make informed decisions. The successful candidate will be a motivated team-player with the desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, exciting environment.
Looking to make a difference, to help keep people safe, or even to save lives through your work with technology? Join Acuity’s team of experts to have an impact on our government’s critical missions. Acuity, Inc. is a consulting firm that supports federal agencies in the areas of IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation.
Responsibilities
- Engineering, implementing, and operating solutions on clouds such as AWS, Google, and Microsoft Azure that manage risk and meet relevant security regulations, controls and policy.
- Define innovative solutions using concepts such as infrastructure-as-code, deployment orchestrations, CI/CD pipelines, and automation templates.
- Determine how to leverage services from cloud providers and identify gaps that must be met through other tools, software, or 3rd party services.
- Implement tools/services ranging from OS hardening, ACL/NACL flow control, web application firewalls, SIEM (e.g, Splunk), intrusion detection, and vulnerability management.
- Participate in the assessment of system security controls to validate control implementation and identify weaknesses, and assist with any required remediation activities.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- 7+ years of overall industry experience including Infrastructure, Engineering & Consulting.
- Must have 3+ years of work experience architecting and engineering Enterprise Cloud Platform technologies such as Azure, AWS, and/or GCP.
- Must have hands-on experience with Terraform or similar Infrastructure as Code Tools, along with Bash or Powershell scripting.
- Must have experience building and automating CI/CD pipelines using Gitlab or equivalent; building infrastructure; and automating service deployment leveraging scripting capabilities and infrastructure-as-code best practices
- Active DOD/DSS SECRET security clearance or higher
- At least one relevant advanced certification strongly preferred, such as:
- AWS Solutions Architect - Professional
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect
- Strong analytical skills with solid verbal and written communication skills
- Shows initiative, presents ideas to overcome challenges, self-starter, and a passion for continuous learning.
Desired Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Prior experience working with federal government clients.
- Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems.
- Experience deploying and operating tools and technologies such as: Hashicorp Terraform, Azure CLI, AWS CLI, Gcloud CLI, Bash, Powershell, GitLab CI, Kubernetes
- Experience with FISMA, FedRAMP, and NIST SP 800-53
About Acuity
Acuity, Inc. is a leading management and technology consulting firm that specializes in serving the federal government. Our innovative, collaborative and rewarding work environment has earned repeat honors from the Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work and SmartCEO Corporate Culture awards.
Why Choose Acuity?
- Innovative Excellence : Recognized by The Washington Post's "Top Workplaces" and a nine-time recipient of the Washington Business Journal's "Best Places to Work," Acuity fosters an environment where innovation thrives and employees flourish.
- Competitive Compensation : We value our employees and show it through highly competitive compensation and benefits packages.
- Personal Growth : Your potential isn't just recognized at Acuity, it's actively cultivated. With tailored training, mentorship, and cutting-edge resources, we empower you to thrive personally and professionally.
- Recognition and Visibility : Stand out in a competitive industry with Acuity's exceptional customer feedback and robust opportunity channels.
- Collaborative Culture : At Acuity, teamwork isn't just a buzzword – it's the cornerstone of our success. Encouragement and support fuel our collaborative culture, where every voice matters.
- Diversity and Inclusion : Diversity isn't just a checkbox – it's who we are. At Acuity, we pride ourselves on recruiting and maintaining a workforce that celebrates diversity and treats every employee with dignity and respect.
Join Acuity, where your talents are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is amplified. Together, let's shape the future of digital strategy and technology consulting.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.