Cloud Application Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton
Remote in Washington, District of Columbia
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Job Description

The Challenge:

Everyone is trying to “harness the power of the cloud,” but not everyone knows how. As a cloud computing application architect, you know how to build a cloud-based technical architecture that meets client needs and takes advantage of cloud capabilities. What if you could use your cloud architecture skills to improve the world? We need you to help us develop cloud-based solutions for some of the USA's toughest challenges.

On our team, you’ll provide cloud expertise in the definition, development, and improvement of application architecture to ensure that client needs are fully met. This is an opportunity to use the latest cloud technologies as you look for ways to improve your client’s environment using current cloud capabilities. Your technical expertise will be vital as you work with a diverse range of clients to inform strategy and design and ensure standards are met throughout the cloud migration process. You’ll recommend tools and solutions based on your research of the current environment and knowledge of various on premise, cloud based, and hybrid resources. You’ll lead your team as they help the client overcome their most difficult challenges in the cloud. Additionally, you’ll broaden your skillset in areas like automation and cloud-based security while developing critical systems for our clients. This position is open to remote delivery anywhere within the U.S., to include the District of Columbia.

Ready to transform the world with cloud technology?

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

  • Experience with migrating on-premises applications to the cloud, including AWS

  • Experience with cloud database solutions, including Amazon RDS or DynamoDB

  • Experience working in an Agile development environment

  • Knowledge of cloud computing concepts and AWS services

  • Knowledge of cloud infrastructure and automation tools, including Terraform or CloudFormation

  • Knowledge of networking and security concepts, including VPC, subnets, and security groups

  • Knowledge of Agile methodologies

  • Ability to implement AWS security best practices and ensure compliance with security standards

  • Ability to obtain a security clearance

  • HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

  • Experience in designing, building, and deploying cloud-based applications, including in AWS

  • Experience with serverless computing and container orchestration technologies, including AWS Lambda and Amazon ECS/EKS

  • Experience with cost optimization techniques

  • Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines

  • Experience with database migration strategies

  • Knowledge of AWS security services and DevOps practices

  • Ability to migrate complex database solutions to the cloud, implement security solutions that meet compliance requirements, design and implement scalable and highly available cloud solutions, and design and implement multi-tier architecture solutions

  • Ability to implement cost-effective cloud solutions

  • Ability to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels of the organization, problem solve, and troubleshoot complex technical issues

  • Possession of excellent communication and collaboration skills

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Build Your Career:

A challenging and dynamic work environment isn’t all we have to offer. When you join Booz Allen, you’ll have access to:

  • experts in virtually every field

  • a culture that focuses on supporting our employees

  • opportunities that provide stability while offering variety

You’ll also be exposed to a wealth of training resources through our Digital University, an online learning portal featuring more than 5000 functional and technical courses, certifications, and books. Build your technical skills through hands-on training on the latest tools and tech from our in-house experts. Pursuing certifications that directly impact your role? You may be able to take advantage of our tuition assistance, on-site bootcamps, certification training, academic programs, vendor relationships, and a network of professionals who can give you helpful tips. We’ll help you develop the career you want as you chart your own course for success.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $81,800.00 to $186,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.


Booz Allen Hamilton
Information Technology
Full Time
Onsite
Competitive
See Description for Experience
2 years, 3 months ago