Job Details

Seeking a senior-level AWS engineer to join a solution delivery and IT staff augmentation firm serving major federal and commercial clients. The ideal candidate will possess a proven background architecting and engineering custom solutions within AWS, with a special emphasis on projects requiring federal security compliance.

Qualifications

• Preference for candidates based in Columbus, OH, or Fairfax, VA, but open to highly qualified remote candidates in the Eastern Time Zone.
• U.S. citizenship is required, with ability to pass Public Trust investigations; security clearance is not necessary but may be client-dependent

• Deep hands-on experience designing and implementing custom AWS cloud solutions (not just standard deployments).
• Demonstrated expertise with NIST compliance and FedRAMP authorization for web-based/cloud applications-experience supporting FISMA and NIST 800 series controls is essential.
• Proven ability to operate at a senior, independent contributor level-must be able to create solutions from scratch, address unique technical challenges, and navigate strict regulatory frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving skills for working within complex government-imposed security/compliance constraints.
• Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills-must work closely with diverse teams and explain compliance impacts.
• Ability and enthusiasm to support application growth (e.g., scaling current applications, standing up new AWS environments for new clients).