***Multiple Positions Available ***
Apex is seeking a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer that can validate initial stakeholder requests, evaluate technologies, and provide feedback and guidance on various aspects of solution design to join our successful and growing team in building the next-generation Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) Cyber data solution.
The CDM Program is the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) dynamic approach to strengthening the cybersecurity of Federal networks and systems through better awareness and visibility into their security posture and cyber threats.
We are seeking professionals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment where problem-solving, critical thinking, and a holistic approach to serving the mission are key. Our program operates within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). An aptitude and enthusiasm for continuous learning, improvement, and cyber security is a must!
Overview
Role: Journeyman Infrastructure Engineer
Location: Hybrid – 2 days onsite in Fairfax, VA
Duration: 6 Month Contract to Hire.
Compensation: Conversion salary ranging from $103,000-$155,000 – Hourly rate equivalent on Apex’s W2. Based on years of relevant experience and education.
Clearance: Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
This role will involve working across teams with the goal of optimizing development, delivery, and operations of our solution. Motivation to explore problems, to find creative solutions and grow existing skillsets is a must. We are seeking a dynamic, energetic, and engaging team members who love a challenge! The ideal candidate will be able to align to the following duties:
- Work independently and with a team to evaluate and deliver robust solutions for complex technical requirements
- Document and present solutions to internal teams
- Evaluate and identify process improvement opportunities
- Execute standard operating procedures (SOPs) to satisfy regular daily operations
- Support, guide, and mentor junior engineers through knowledge transfer and paired programming
- Install, configure, maintain, update, manage and refine information systems
- Respond to alerts on performance, security, and configuration events
- Ensure system components maintain compliance with client requirements and relevant security policies
- Work with the security team to evaluate vulnerabilities and determine appropriate treatments
- Coordinate and/or provide support for applications and operations
- Support functional, interoperability, and security testing events
Required Skills
- 4 years of experience designing, implementing, securing, and maintaining solutions within Amazon Web Services (GovCloud preferred)
- 3 years of infrastructure experience related to network security
- 3 years of experience refining and executing processes and standard operating procedures
- 3 years of experience monitoring solutions that provide alerts through various mechanisms
- 3 years of experience supporting infrastructure systems in compliance with security standards and policies
- 3 years of experience evaluating security posture and providing solutions to treat security findings
- 2 years of experience managing logging and monitoring solutions with subsequent analysis and reporting
- 2 year of experience supporting Cloud Engineering and Automation (e.g., DevOps/DevSecOps, CI/CD pipeline, Infrastructure as Code)
- Experience producing technical documentation to communicate system designs and technological analysis
Desired Skills
- Prior DHS CISA mission experience
- Experience designing solutions within the Government Cyber Mission Space and legal constraints applicable to civilian Government Agencies (e.g., FISMA, FIPS, SecOps)
- Experience designing and documenting security controls for System Security Plans and support of FISMA accreditation processes
- Experience defining and implementing solutions including data segmentation and security controls in a multi-tenant environment
- Experience integrating multiple information systems, such as application integration utilizing standard or custom integrations or APIs
- Cloud service cost planning, budgeting, analysis, and cost optimization through implementation of savings plans
- Experience in assessment, evaluation, and documentation of client environment, infrastructure, process, and operations
- Ability to interface with all levels from end users to senior management and contract team members
- Applicable AWS Associate or Professional level certification(s)
EEO Employer
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