Lead AWS Cloud Engineer

CACI International Inc

AWS EKS Cloud Lead shaping cloud strategy and managing robust cloud solutions leveraging AWS and EKS. Design, implement, and optimize cloud architectures with a focus on security and performance.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeOmaha • New York, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $98,500 - $206,800 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudEC2JenkinsKubernetesMicroservicesOpenShiftTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join our innovative team as an AWS EKS Cloud Lead and play a pivotal role in shaping our cloud strategy
Design, implement, and manage robust cloud solutions that drive our business forward
You’ll be instrumental in leveraging AWS and EKS to create scalable, secure, and efficient cloud environments
Develop and maintain the cloud strategy in alignment with business objectives
Evaluate and recommend cloud services, platforms, and technologies, with a focus on AWS and EKS
Design scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures leveraging AWS and EKS
Create detailed architecture documentation, including diagrams, specifications, and deployment guides
Lead the implementation of cloud solutions using AWS and EKS
Plan and execute migration of applications and data to the cloud, ensuring seamless integration with EKS container platforms
Ensure minimal disruption during migration processes
Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations within AWS and EKS environments
Conduct regular security assessments and audits of cloud environments
Monitor and optimize cloud resource utilization and performance across AWS and EKS
Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks
Work closely with development, operations, and business teams to understand requirements and provide technical guidance on AWS and EKS
Mentor and support team members in adopting cloud best practices
Develop and manage cloud budgeting and cost optimization strategies for AWS and EKS
Monitor cloud spending and implement cost-saving measures
Keep up to date with the latest cloud technologies, trends, and best practices, particularly related to AWS and EKS

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
Master’s degree preferred
Active DOD Top Secret/SCI with CI Ploy security clearance
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in cloud architecture or a related role
Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
Extensive experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, etc.)
Significant EKS or other Kubernetes experience
Experience with containerization technologies
Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Terraform).
Active CompTIA security+ certificate
Experience with hybrid cloud architectures
Knowledge of microservices architecture
Familiarity with serverless computing
Experience with CI/CD pipelines
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex, and dynamic environment
OpenShift certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare
wellness
financial
retirement
family support
continuing education
time off benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

AWSEKScloud architectureIaaSPaaSSaaScontainerizationDevOpsmicroservicesCI/CD

Soft Skills

communicationinterpersonalmentoringtechnical guidanceproblem-solvingadaptabilitycollaborationleadershiporganizationalstrategic planning

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster's degreeDOD Top Secret/SCICompTIA Security+OpenShift certification