AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer

Remote
National Security – National Security /
Full-Time /
Remote
About the Organization
Now is a great time to join Redhorse Corporation. We are a solution-driven company delivering data insights and technology solutions to customers with missions critical to U.S. national interests. We’re looking for thoughtful, skilled professionals who thrive as trusted partners building technology-agnostic solutions and want to apply their talents supporting customers with difficult and important mission sets.

About the Role
Redhorse transforms how government uses data and technology. We are seeking a skilled and motivated AWS Cloud DevOps Engineer to join our high-performing team. This individual will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized environments supporting our vital government clients. Your expertise will directly impact the reliability and security of mission-critical systems.

Key Responsibilities

    • Troubleshoot and resolve complex production environment issues with limited context or documentation.
    • Configure and manage AWS infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
    • Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Groovy/Java.
    • Create, deploy, and manage Docker containers and Kubernetes workloads.
    • Write and maintain Linux shell scripts; administer Red Hat Linux environments as a superuser.
    • Collaborate with engineering teams to implement secure, scalable, and resilient cloud architectures.
    • Design and maintain AWS virtual networks, prioritizing security and best practices.

Required Experience/Clearance

    • Hands-on AWS experience: Comfortable configuring services through CLI or IaC.
    • CI/CD Automation: Experience writing custom Jenkins pipelines in Groovy/Java.
    • Linux Expertise: Strong command-line experience with Red Hat Linux and shell scripting.
    • Containerization: Proficient with Docker, writing Dockerfiles, and its role in microservices and deployment workflows.
    • IaC Experience: Familiarity with tools such as AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, and Ansible.
    • Kubernetes: Ability to configure clusters and deploy/manage containers.
    • Networking: Practical understanding of network protocols, security, and AWS virtual network setup.
    • Active US SECRET Clearance.
    • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

Desired Experience

    • AWS certification (e.g., Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer)
    • Experience with monitoring/logging tools (e.g., CloudWatch, ELK Stack, Prometheus)
    • Familiarity with GitOps practices
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled 
 
Accommodations:
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Talent Acquisition at Talent-Acquisition@redhorsecorp.com
 
Redhorse Corporation shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet Redhorse’s changing needs.
This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Redhorse’s sole discretion.