AWS Engineer

This position may be filled prior to the posted deadline.  Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Kadiak, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an AWS Engineer with a TS/SCI security clearance to support Kadiak and our government customer in Vienna, VA. This position offers a hybrid work schedule (3 days onsite, 2 days telework). Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.  Kadiak, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an Intermediate Developer to join our team supporting mission-critical operations for our government customer.  The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of cloud platforms, automation tools, and infrastructure as code, with a passion for problem-solving and delivering efficient solutions to support existing IT application software on Unclassified, Secret and Top Secret enclaves.  Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to: Design, implement, and maintain automation code responsible for integration and delivery processes Knowledge of IT architectures, processes, and best practices Work with system architects and developers to maintain and improve the automated solutions (e.g. Lambdas, Step Functions, internal applications) Focus on creating and maintaining automation scripts for repeatable tasks Research and implement new tools/libraries to solve problems. Required Skills and Competencies: 3+ years experience with Python or Typescript/Javascript Experience integrating multiple 3rd party libraries together Experience being in a continuous integration and continuous deployment process Understanding of security vulnerabilities/compliance Understanding of basic web application architecture Additional Requirements: 2+ years related experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure. Experience with AWS (e.g., CloudFormation, Lambda, Step Functions, SDK/boto3) Experience in continuous integration technology (e.g. GitLab, GitHub, Azure Devops) Must be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance with Poly Ability to work on-site in Vienna, VA (3 days per week) Experience with AWS cloud environments Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills Strong documentation and communication abilities Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field Our Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations. Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352