Job Description

Job Description

Our client located in Falls Church, VA is seeking a Cloud Engineer for a 6 month contract to hire position. In this role the Cloud Engineer will play a vital role in designing, implementing, and managing our cloud infrastructure. As a Cloud Engineer, you will possess a strong understanding of cloud platforms, virtualization, networking, storage, security, and scripting. You will be responsible for ensuring the scalability, reliability, and security of our cloud-based systems. You will also work closely with our development teams to help them leverage the cloud to build and deploy innovative solutions.

Responsibilities:

· Design, build, and manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (laC).

· Implement and manage cloud-based services on AWS, Azure, or GCP.

· Migrate on-premises workloads to the cloud.

· Manage and optimize cloud resources for cost-efficiency and scalability.

· Implement and maintain cloud security measures to protect sensitive data.

· Automate cloud and on-premise tasks using scripting languages.

· Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of cloud solutions.

· Troubleshoot cloud-related issues and provide technical support.

· Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud technologies and trends.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in cloud engineering.
• Proven expertise with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere).
• Solid understanding of high-level networking concepts (IP routing, firewalls, load balancing).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
• Knowledge of IaC tools, specifically Terraform and Cloudformation.
• Familiarity with DevOps methodologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• In-depth understanding of cloud security principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect — Associate.
• Microsoft Azure — Solutions Architect.
• Google Cloud Certified — Professional Cloud Architect.

Company Description

At ESI, the Professional Staffing & Recruitment Team partners with candidates to understand their career goals, identify skill sets and interests, and place each candidate in a position that aligns with their specific goals.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Electronic Systems, Inc. is a premier supplier and service provider of comprehensive office technology. We are committed to providing remarkable innovative solutions to our customers and for our employees, extensive training and development. We are passionate about building a team of highly qualified, customer focused individuals who contribute enthusiastically to our corporate culture and our company's success. With the competitive salary and benefits offered at ESI you build more than a career, you can build a future.

ESI is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer M/F/D/V, and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Electronic Systems is a tobacco- and smoke-free work environment.

Company Description

At ESI, the Professional Staffing & Recruitment Team partners with candidates to understand their career goals, identify skill sets and interests, and place each candidate in a position that aligns with their specific goals.\r\n---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\r\nElectronic Systems, Inc. is a premier supplier and service provider of comprehensive office technology. We are committed to providing remarkable innovative solutions to our customers and for our employees, extensive training and development. We are passionate about building a team of highly qualified, customer focused individuals who contribute enthusiastically to our corporate culture and our company's success. With the competitive salary and benefits offered at ESI you build more than a career, you can build a future.\r\n\r\nESI is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer M/F/D/V, and maintains a drug-free workplace. \r\n\r\nElectronic Systems is a tobacco- and smoke-free work environment.