AWS Cloud Engineer

Overview Silotech Group is hiring a Senior AWS Cloud Platform Engineer to provide expert-level support for containerized deployments and Kubernetes orchestration on the JCC2 Enterprise Service Center program. This position is vital for managing cloud-native platforms across AWS GovCloud and classified environments. Location Onsite in San Antonio, TX. Limited remote work may be approved by the PMO. Clearance Requirements Active TS/SCI clearance is required. Essential Roles and Responsibilities • Manage the full lifecycle of Kubernetes-based application infrastructure across all environments. • Configure and optimize AWS services such as EKS, EC2, CloudFormation, and Lambda. • Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Helm, Terraform, and Ansible. • Support application deployments, upgrades, and scaling strategies across security domains. • Build resilient cloud architectures and enforce security/compliance controls. • Collaborate with development and cybersecurity teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines. • Maintain system monitoring, logging, and performance dashboards. • Support DevSecOps practices and secure cluster configurations. Qualifications Education: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Experience: • 6–8 years of relevant experience in DevOps, cloud platform engineering, or infrastructure automation. • Deep hands-on experience with Kubernetes and AWS container services (EKS, ECS). • Experience with containerized pipelines, GitOps workflows, and hybrid/monolithic deployments. Certifications: • IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE). • Required: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA). • Preferred: AWS Cloud Practitioner, AWS SysOps Administrator, or AWS DevOps Engineer. Desired Skills • Strong scripting skills (e.g., Java, Bash, Python). • Experience with secure multi-enclave deployments. • Familiarity with DoD container security policies and Iron Bank containers. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Referral program • Vision insurance Experience: • Cloud platform engineering: 6 years (Required) Security clearance: • Top Secret (Required) Ability to Commute: • San Antonio, TX 78259 (Required) Work Location: In person