8+ years of experience in cloud engineering, focusing on AWS
Proven track record in designing and managing AWS infrastructure
Deep hands-on experience with Edifecs and EDI transactions
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
Strong understanding of HIPAA compliance in cloud architecture
Responsibilities
Spearhead the migration to cloud environments
Create various architectural diagrams for cloud infrastructure
Design and implement CI/CD automation technologies
Manage permissions for cloud applications and services
Ensure compliance with VA and federal policies through monitoring
Provide customer support for VA Enterprise Cloud environments
Adopt a DevOps mindset and implement best practices
Benefits
Remote work flexibility
Encouragement for military veterans to apply
Opportunity to work on impactful projects for Veterans Affairs
Access to professional development and training opportunities
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
Full Job Description
Edifecs DevSecOps Engineer Location: Remote Department: Veterans Affairs (VA) Type: Full Time Min. Experience: Experienced Security Clearance Level: Public Trust (MBI) Salary Range: $85,389 - $116,975
Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply! Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Spearhead the migration to the cloud
Create data flow diagrams, cloud diagrams, transition diagrams, and high-level architecture diagrams on Cloud Infrastructure, applications, and systems
Design, develop, deploy, and operate automation technologies for continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD)
Manage and control permissions in the cloud service provider for each cloud application, storage, and service being hosted
Implement, manage, and design monitoring capabilities for cloud architecture and cloud-hosted systems and applications to ensure optimal performance and compliance with VA and federal policies
Provide customer-focused support for Product lines and Services, including setup, configuration, and provision of VA Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) environments
Provide cloud support services for systems and applications in the VAEC Amazon Web Services (AWS) GovCloud environments, ensuring compliance with Veterans Independence Program (VIP) development, release, and documentation requirements
Adopt a DevOps mindset with an understanding of CI/CD practices and tooling
Provide Cloud Security Provider Documentation
Design VAEC/cloud-hosted solutions and address cloud-readiness gaps
Required Skills and Experience
A proven track record of designing, deploying, and managing AWS infrastructure and services
Experience with large-scale, high-availability, and scalable cloud architecture
Expertise in core AWS services such as Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Simple Storage Service (S3), Relational Database Service (RDS), Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Lambda, Identity and Access Management (IAM), CloudFormation, CloudWatch, and Route 53
Experience with AWS security practices and services including AWS IAM, AWS Shield, and AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Proficiency with AWS networking components like VPC peering, Direct Connect, and Virtual Private Network (VPN)
An ability to design, deploy, and manage scalable and secure AWS cloud infrastructures
Experience in setting up and managing multi-account AWS environments using AWS Organizations
Knowledge of best practices and strategies for cloud cost management and optimization
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, or NodeJS for automation
Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK)
Proficiency in monitoring or logging tools such as CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS Config, and third-party tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, New Relic)
Experience in performance optimization and troubleshooting AWS resources
A strong understanding of AWS security best practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS))
Experience implementing encryption, key management, and identity and access management solutions within AWS
Knowledge of AWS database services such as Amazon RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora, and Redshift
Experience in database performance tuning and backup/recovery strategies
Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, AWS CodePipeline, and AWS CodeBuild)
Experience with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker, Kubernetes, Elastic Container Service (ECS), and Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS)
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to troubleshoot complex cloud-related issues
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Skilled in prioritizing tasks, managing time effectively, and meeting deadlines
Strong attention to detail to ensure system stability, security, and data integrity
Capability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and team members
An ability to lead technical projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams
A willingness to be on-call for emergency support and maintenance when required
Strong documentation skills for creating and maintaining system configurations, processes, and procedures
An ability to manage and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and quality results
A commitment to staying current with emerging AWS technologies, tools, and industry trends
Professional CertificationsNone required, but the following certifications are preferred:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional
AWS Certified Security - Specialty
Edifecs certification
Years of Professional Experience8+ years of experience in cloud engineering, with a focus on AWSDesired experienceDeep hands-on EDIFECS experience in Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) Transactions Standards involving key X12 workflows involving the following transactions:
X.12 medical claims (837, 834, 835, 277, etc)
270/271 and 278 transactions
999 transactions
Knowledge of HIPAA compliance requirements in cloud data architecture Experience with healthcare payer/PBM systems, clearinghouses, or pharmacy operations Experience with EdifecsFormal EducationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical disciplineCitizenship RequirementU.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunitySecurity Clearance RequirementsMust possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI)CRITICAL NOTES:
SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Your answers to the mandatory screening questions must be supported by the information on your resume. Applications with inconsistencies will not be considered.
Recruiters or Third parties will not be considered.
This is a 100% U.S. based remote position. However, candidates from CA, CO, IL, MN, NJ, NY, OR, or WA will not be considered.
This is a W-2 position
All interviews will be conducted on Microsoft Teams with your camera on; there will be no exceptions
As part of our screening process, you will be requested to provide a link to your LinkedIn profile
