Cloud Architect/Engineer (AWS) Senior

Clearance Level
None
Category
IT Infrastructure and Operations
Location
Remote, Working from the USA
Key Skills For Success

AWS Architecture

AWS Cloud Computing

Cloud Engineering

REQ#: RQ223656
Public Trust: Other
Requisition Type: Pipeline
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work alongside federal civilian agencies. Make an impact by providing services that help the government ensure the well being and support of U.S. citizens.

Job Description

Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as an AWS Cloud Engineer and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As an AWS Cloud Engineer, you will support government missions by designing, deploying, and optimizing secure and scalable AWS environments. You will help engineer cloud-native solutions that enhance performance, reliability, and operational efficiency—while ensuring the environment aligns with both short- and long-term organizational goals.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable cloud architectures using AWS services.
  • Executing AWS migration strategies including rehosting, re-platforming, and refactoring of applications and infrastructure.
  • Building and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
  • Establishing and enforcing AWS architecture standards to ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and scalable operations.
  • Applying AWS security best practices and compliance frameworks (such as FedRAMP and NIST 800-53), including IAM governance and Zero Trust principles.
  • Managing cost optimization, performance tuning, and resource monitoring across AWS-native services.
  • Implementing and operating containerized applications using Amazon ECS, EKS, and/or Docker.
  • Integrating AWS services with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines to support automated builds, deployments, and infrastructure provisioning.
  • Collaborating with stakeholders and leading technical discussions to align AWS solutions with mission and organizational objectives.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field, or equivalent.
  • Minimum Experience: At least10  years of progressive IT experience, including designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based solutions in AWS environments. Experience in hybrid or multi-cloud environments is a plus.
  • Certification: Prefer advanced cloud certifications, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
     

ADDITIONAL:

  • Security Clearance: The selected applicant will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for Public Trust suitability.
  • Location:  Remote. limited travel (less than 10%) may be required.
  • Timeline: This is a contingent posting, expected to start after 1 August, 2026.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tools that identify opportunities and guide your development.
  • Support: Internal mobility resources designed to help you reach your career goals.
  • Rewards: Competitive pay, PTO, comprehensive benefits, wellness packages, and a 401(k) with company match.
  • Flexibility: Full-flex work week to help you prioritize work and life.
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and discover endless opportunities to grow as you support mission-driven operations.

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

10 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

Less than 10%

Salary and Benefit Information

The likely salary range for this position is $169,604 - $229,464. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.

Our Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

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