Senior AWS Cloud Platform Engineer

Description & Requirements

Maximus is seeking a Senior AWS Cloud Platform Engineer who designs and manages Kubernetes environments on AWS, focusing on containerized application deployment and performance optimization.

This engineer will work with infrastructure as code and CI/CD integration to ensure that DevOps processes run smoothly.

This position plays a critical role in streamlining application management for DoD projects.

This position is contingent upon award.

This position is on-site five days a week and requires an active TS/SCI clearance.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS203, T5, Band 8

Job-Specific Responsibilities:



* Develop and manage Kubernetes environments on AWS for containerized applications.


* Manage infrastructure as code, security, and DevOps practices for AWS resources.


* Work on CI/CD integration and application lifecycle management.


* Optimize performance, troubleshoot networking issues, and ensure system security.

Job-Specific Minimum Qualifications:



* Active TS/SCI clearance required.


* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.


* 6+ years of experience in AWS and DevOps engineering with a focus on Kubernetes.


* Demonstrated experience and/or training in system administration in relation to workloads on AWS systems, Amazon EKS & in supporting development & testing teams.


* 5+ years of experience with containerized platforms.


* Strong knowledge of scripting languages, hands on CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration.


* IAT Level II


* Kubernetes CKA certification and/or training and at least two of the following certifications.

3 years of proven relevant experience may be substituted for each certification.



* AWS Cloud Practitioner certification or training


* AWS SysOps Administrator certification or training


* AWS DevOps Engineer certification or training

Job Specific Desired Skills:



* AWS SysOps Administrator certification or training


* AWS DevOps Engineer certification or training

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Minimum Requirements

TCS203, T5, Band 8

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