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AWS Systems Engineer

GDIT Reston, VA On-site senior contract

Salary

$162,037 - $219,227 per year

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Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive AWS Systems Engineer to build and maintain the foundational infrastructure that powers enterprise applications.

The successful candidate will streamline the software development lifecycle by designing scalable infrastructure, automating deployment processes, and supporting efficient development workflows.

You will contribute to the reliability, security, and scalability of cloud platforms with a focus on AWS-native environments and modern engineering practices.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and manage cloud infrastructure using Terraform for provisioning and configuration
  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins to automate deployment of web applications
  • Manage source control and development workflows within GitHub to ensure code quality and efficient integration
  • Collaborate with cross-functional software teams within Agile development environments
  • Manage, harden, and optimize RHEL/Rocky Linux systems
  • Develop automation and tools using Python or Bash
  • Secure platform components, including secret management, PKI/encryption, and maintaining documented artifacts for certification
  • Maintain architecture diagrams, runbooks, and internal documentation to support developer usability

Requirements:

  • 10+ years of related experience
  • Strong experience operating and supporting AWS cloud environments
  • Hands-on experience designing and managing cloud infrastructure using Terraform
  • Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins
  • Experience managing source control and development workflows within GitHub
  • Experience working within Agile development environments
  • Strong background managing, hardening, and optimizing RHEL/Rocky Linux systems
  • Proficiency in Python or Bash for automation and tool development
  • Experience coding with Java to develop infrastructure as code (IaC)
  • TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
  • US Citizenship required

Benefits:

  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Database Management
  • Cloud Optimization
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