AWS Cloud Engineer Lead (EKS)

About the role

CACI is hiring an AWS Cloud Engineer Lead (AWS EKS Cloud Lead) in Omaha, Nebraska, to help shape its cloud strategy. You will design, implement and manage cloud solutions using AWS and EKS in a complex, classified environment, with up to 10% local travel. The position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the cloud strategy aligned with business objectives, evaluating AWS and EKS services and platforms
• Design scalable, secure and cost-effective cloud architectures and write architecture documentation, diagrams and deployment guides
• Lead implementation of cloud solutions and plan and execute application and data migrations to the cloud with minimal disruption
• Implement security best practices, run regular security assessments and audits, and ensure compliance with standards and regulations
• Monitor and optimize resource utilization and performance, and identify performance bottlenecks
• Work with development, operations and business teams, mentor colleagues and guide them on AWS and EKS best practices
• Manage cloud budgeting and cost optimization, monitor spending and apply cost-saving measures
• Stay current with cloud technologies through industry events, conferences and training

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology or a related field; master's degree preferred
• Active DOD Top Secret/SCI with CI polygraph security clearance
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in cloud architecture or a related role
• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
• Extensive experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, etc.) and significant EKS or other Kubernetes experience
• Active CompTIA Security+ certificate and an additional AWS certificate
• Desired: hybrid cloud, microservices, serverless, CI/CD pipelines, OpenShift certification, strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Required skills

• AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS) and EKS
• Containerization technologies
• DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Git and Terraform
• CI/CD pipelines (desired)

What we offer

• Proposed pay range of $98,500-$206,800, depending on location, experience, skills and certifications
• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement and family support benefits, continuing education and time off
• Flexible time off and learning resources