Amazon Dedicated Cloud Engineer, AWS Cross Domain Operations

Job Description

Help shape the future of national security computing as a Cloud Engineer at AWS. The AWS Cross Domain Operations team is seeking a cleared Cloud Engineer to support essential cross domain services for U.S. Intelligence and Defense customers.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or above, or Cloud+ or GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional) or GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials) or SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner)
• 2+ years of Linux systems administration experience
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph

Responsibilities

• Support operational excellence initiatives for mission-critical systems, focusing on availability, resiliency, and security
• Diagnose and resolve system issues across the technology stack in high-pressure situations
• Implement improvements to operational processes, including automation of manual tasks
• Participate in post-incident analysis and help implement preventive measures
• Collaborate with development teams to provide operational insights that influence system design
• Perform technical deep-dives into service components, including networking, storage, and monitoring systems
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives to improve system reliability
• Learn and apply operational best practices and resilience engineering principles

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)