CLOUD ENGINEER (APPSW/INFOSEC)

Full Job Description

The Office of Information Technology is seeking Cloud Engineers to join the AWS Cloud Environment at the SEC (ACES) Branch.

The roles will support and enhance the ACES platform, guide project teams on their cloud journey; act as an advisor on cloud technology, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and well-architected patterns; and help to streamline processes.

These positions will require the rare combination of technical excellence, strategic vision, and exceptional communication skills.

Applicants are responsible for confirming all required materials are submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

Please check the How You Will Be Evaluated and Required Documents sections carefully, as missing documents will render the application incomplete and ineligible for review.

Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

BASIC REQUIREMENT: For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below: Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.

Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement below.

SK-14: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-13 level: Securing AWS cloud platforms and establishing guardrails; AND Developing repeatable architectural patterns that can be leveraged by project teams deploying to an AWS cloud; AND Developing Infrastructure-as-Code deployment pipelines to proactively assess security risks while deploying cloud infrastructure; AND Supporting platform operations of an AWS cloud along with providing direct support, guidance, and training to DevSecOps project teams.

ACCOMPLISHMENT RECORD COMPETENCIES: Your Accomplishment Record narratives should address the following competencies.

See the How You Will Be Evaluated section below for more information: Cyber Operational Planning: Conducts strategic and operational-level planning to support cyberspace operations and prevent unauthorized access to electronic assets such as databases, equipment, systems, networks, and information.

Information Systems/Network Security: Implements and uses methods, tools, and procedures, including the development of information security plans and standards, to prevent information systems vulnerabilities and provide or restore privacy and security of applications, information systems, and/or network services.

Technology Awareness: Uses technological developments, new requirements, and new applications of information technology (hardware, software, and telecommunications), emerging technologies and their integration into business processes, and implementation of information systems to meet organizational requirements.

Technology Expertise: Knowledge of the principles and methods of specialized technologies, tools, and delivery systems, including security, risk management, governance, functionality, and user interface in area of expertise (e.g., programming languages, server, web, applications, network) Major Duties:

As an iT Specialist (Cloud Engineer (APPSW/INFOSEC)), you will be responsible for: Providing 24/7 operational support for the ACES platform.

Enhancing the ACES platform to add capabilities, incorporate new services and technology, increase security, and reduce costs.

Developing standards, architectural patterns, and security controls around cloud technology. Building guardrails into the ACES platform to allow self-service while maintaining strong security controls.

Creating reusable architectural patterns to drive consistency across the platform. Instructing teams on usage of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and CloudFormation to deploy their infrastructure.

Providing guidance on modern application development processes. Supporting project teams on their cloud journey while working to streamline processes and reduce friction.