Government and Infrastructure - Digital Engineering - Cloud Modernization Senior Engineer
Ernst and Young2 days ago
Base Salary
$103k - $213k/yr
Responsibilities
- Assess current application hosting across data centers, virtual machines, AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, and container platforms.
- Evaluate cloud readiness, dependencies, constraints, migration approaches, effort, and run-rate costs.
- Define target hosting patterns and lead migration strategies for complex workloads.
- Build, configure, and operate secure cloud environments in FedRAMP-authorized government cloud regions.
- Develop reusable Infrastructure-as-Code modules and environment templates using Terraform or Bicep.
- Apply Zero Trust and NIST SP 800-53 controls and produce architecture and security documentation for authorization.
- Implement observability, cost monitoring, resource right-sizing, hybrid connectivity, backup, disaster recovery, and RTO/RPO strategies.
- Lead target-state infrastructure architecture and landing-zone patterns for groups of applications.
- Document architectures, configurations, and operational runbooks.
- Review Infrastructure-as-Code and designs from Staff engineers and coach them on cloud engineering practices.
- Engage client infrastructure, cloud, and security stakeholders to confirm constraints and align on target patterns.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, computer engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3–6 years of experience in cloud, infrastructure, or DevOps roles; internships and co-ops are considered.
- Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure across compute, networking, storage, identity, and monitoring services.
- Infrastructure-as-Code experience with Terraform, Bicep, or CloudFormation.
- Experience with Docker and working knowledge of Kubernetes.
- Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing, firewalls, and private connectivity.
- Linux and Windows Server administration experience.
- Scripting experience with PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret-level clearance.
- Preferred qualifications include Azure Government or AWS GovCloud and FedRAMP High experience, Ansible, production Kubernetes with AKS, EKS, or OpenShift, FinOps practices, and relevant cloud or infrastructure certifications.
- Must be comfortable working in person as needed in the Washington, DC area.
Benefits
- Medical and dental coverage, pension, and 401(k) plans.
- Paid time off options, including flexible vacation, EY paid holidays, winter and summer breaks, personal and family care, and other leaves of absence.
- Professional growth opportunities and an inclusive culture.
- The role is ongoing and requires in-person work in the Washington, DC area as needed.
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About Ernst and Young
Ernst & Young (EY) provides audit/assurance, tax, consulting, strategy and transactions services to enterprises, financial institutions, and public‑sector clients. Structured as a global network of partner‑owned member firms, it sells professional services on a fee basis, including a dedicated Financial Services Organization for banking, insurance, and capital markets. Headquartered in London, EY was formed in 1989 from the merger of Ernst & Whinney and Arthur Young, and operates in 150+ countries.