Automate provisioning and lifecycle management of AWS services—including identity, compute, storage, backups, networking, logging, and monitoring—using Terraform or similar Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
Deploy, configure, harden, and maintain infrastructure across AWS and hybrid environments following secure baseline standards.
Standardize reusable IaC modules, promote best practices, and improve environment consistency across dev/test/prod.
Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps workflows using tools such as Git, Terraform, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, and Docker.
Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and automation issues to ensure reliability, performance, and mission continuity.
Implement operational visibility with logging/monitoring improvements and actionable dashboards (as applicable to your environment).
Apply cybersecurity best practices and support zero-trust and compliance-aligned infrastructure operations (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27000).
Collaborate with security and networking teams to implement secure configurations, change controls, and audit-ready operational processes.
Requirements
Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum SIX (6) years of hands-on experience in AWS, cloud infrastructure, and/or enterprise IT operations.
Strong hands-on expertise with Terraform for AWS infrastructure automation.
Experience building and operating CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices with tools such as Git, Terraform, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, Docker.
Strong scripting skills in Python and Bash.
Working knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, zero-trust concepts, and compliance frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO 27000.
Experience using AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Cursor, Kiro) to accelerate delivery while maintaining strict quality via testing, reviews, and security practices.
Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across Engineering, DevOps, and Architecture functions.
Eligibility for Public Trust and ability to complete federal background screening.
Tech Stack
AWS
Cloud
Cyber Security
Docker
Jenkins
Python
Terraform
Benefits
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)