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Job Description
Job Title: AWS Cloud Engineer
Location: Fairfax, VA Area - Hybrid with 2 days onsite- 3 days remote (local to DMV)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Clearance Level: Top Secret Required
Years of Experience: 5 plus years of experience
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
Certification: Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+).
Salary: $110,000-$160,000
Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus structure, Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) with company match, Generous PTO, Flexible remote work options
How to Apply:
Apply https://wearemetronome.com/careers/ on our Careers Page, or email your resume to Careers@wearemetronome.com
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and security-conscious Cloud Engineer to support the design, deployment, and maintenance of cloud-based infrastructure and applications in a mission-critical environment. This role requires hands-on experience with AWS services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and secure DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will hold an active Security+ certification and be comfortable working in high-pressure, agile environments supporting U.S. Government and DoD initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Required Skills
Required Qualifications
Desired Skills
Desired Qualifications
About Metronome, LLC
Metronome is a spark that ignites passion for our customers and each other. We offer professional services to Government customers that keep projects pulsing. We believe in taking care of people so they can put their best foot forward to support the mission.
Background Screening/Check/Investigation: Successful Completion of a Background Check will be required as a condition of hire.
Benefits: Metronome offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefit eligibility is determined on the type of position (full-time, part-time, temporary). Metronome's range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time-Off & Company Paid Holidays, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.
Application Process: Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your consideration for employment.
Select Create Profile and Apply to Requirement
Complete your Profile and Answer the Questionnaire
Upload a current resume
Complete the Online Application and Submit
Evaluation Process: Metronome will evaluate applicants based on how well they meet the qualifications of the position above. Your completed application (including questionnaire, resume, and online application) will be used to determine your eligibility and how well you meet the qualifications for this position.
Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to your resume and application; if either your resume or application contradicts or does not support your responses, you will disqualify yourself and not receive further consideration for this job.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Metronome does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Reasonable Accommodation Policy
Metronome is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process should contact Metronome Human Resources at hr@wearemetronome.com or 703-957-4082. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Job Title: AWS Cloud Engineer
Location: Fairfax, VA Area - Hybrid with 2 days onsite- 3 days remote (local to DMV)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Clearance Level: Top Secret Required
Years of Experience: 5 plus years of experience
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
Certification: Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+).
Salary: $110,000-$160,000
Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus structure, Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) with company match, Generous PTO, Flexible remote work options
How to Apply:
Apply https://wearemetronome.com/careers/ on our Careers Page, or email your resume to Careers@wearemetronome.com
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and security-conscious Cloud Engineer to support the design, deployment, and maintenance of cloud-based infrastructure and applications in a mission-critical environment. This role requires hands-on experience with AWS services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and secure DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will hold an active Security+ certification and be comfortable working in high-pressure, agile environments supporting U.S. Government and DoD initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement secure, scalable cloud architectures using AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, and VPC.
- Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Terraform, Ansible, and AWS CloudFormation.
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Git, Jenkins, and GitLab.
- Write and maintain Python scripts for automation (e.g., AWS Lambda functions).
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize cloud environments for reliability and cost-efficiency.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with DoD security standards and RMF controls.
- Support containerized deployments using Docker and Kubernetes.
- Document system configurations, procedures, and security controls.
Required Skills
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in Cloud Engineering, including operations, design, and development of cloud-native applications
- 3+ years of experience with AWS (preferred), Azure, or other cloud platforms.
- Active CompTIA Security+ certification (DoD 8570 IAT Level II compliant)
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and Bash.
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible).
- Familiarity with Linux environments and Git-based workflows.
- Strong understanding of cloud security principles and best practices.
Desired Skills
Desired Qualifications
- AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional or AWS Certified Security - Specialty.
- Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, and container orchestration in secure environments.
- Familiarity with DISA STIGs, Iron Bank containers, and DoD DevSecOps pipelines.
- Experience with air-gapped or hybrid cloud environments.
About Metronome, LLC
Metronome is a spark that ignites passion for our customers and each other. We offer professional services to Government customers that keep projects pulsing. We believe in taking care of people so they can put their best foot forward to support the mission.
Background Screening/Check/Investigation: Successful Completion of a Background Check will be required as a condition of hire.
Benefits: Metronome offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefit eligibility is determined on the type of position (full-time, part-time, temporary). Metronome's range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time-Off & Company Paid Holidays, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.
Application Process: Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your consideration for employment.
Select Create Profile and Apply to Requirement
Complete your Profile and Answer the Questionnaire
Upload a current resume
Complete the Online Application and Submit
Evaluation Process: Metronome will evaluate applicants based on how well they meet the qualifications of the position above. Your completed application (including questionnaire, resume, and online application) will be used to determine your eligibility and how well you meet the qualifications for this position.
Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to your resume and application; if either your resume or application contradicts or does not support your responses, you will disqualify yourself and not receive further consideration for this job.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Metronome does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Reasonable Accommodation Policy
Metronome is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process should contact Metronome Human Resources at hr@wearemetronome.com or 703-957-4082. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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