At the Office of the Clerk, we are building the next generation of applications that support the mission of the US House of Representatives. We are looking for a Senior Cloud Engineer to staff our team in the Office of Legislative Computer Systems. The individual selected to fill this position will primarily be focused on Overseeing and implementing architectural design, installations, configurations, and operational support of cloud infrastructure. Advising and executing cloud deployments with focus on security, high availability, resiliency, automation, and IT health monitoring.
Responsibilities
· Integrate and operate cloud environments for multiple applications.
· Research cloud solutions, and prototype platform and infrastructure solutions in coordination with engineering teams.
· Assist with deployment and operational support of cloud infrastructure.
· Monitor, support and troubleshoot cloud environments for multiple applications.
· Work with engineering, security, and operations staff to ensure cloud deployments are secure, observable, and stable.
· Deploy and operate cloud-based systems that are secure, robust, and scalable.
· Implement and monitor enterprise integrations such as networking and security monitoring to ensure security and stability.
· Collaborate with the engineering, operations, security, and enterprise teams to improve the performance, security, and cost-effectiveness of cloud applications.
· Monitor service usage and costs and propose more efficient and cost-effective solutions.
· Be available for on-call support as needed. Understand and support other services of the Legislative Computer Systems (LCS) and assists in coordinating efforts with vendors, other departments, and users in the Clerk’s Office.
· Accepts performance-based criticism and direction, meets attendance requirements as established by the office and works a flexible schedule including long hours, nights, and weekends, when necessary, willingness to accept overtime on short notice.
· Maintains a good working relationship with other LCS staff, works cooperatively and courteously with others, works well under pressure, and handles stress appropriately; and performs other official duties as assigned.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated using a structured interview process.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link: https://house.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/3/home/requisition/644?c=house
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link: https://house.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/3/home/requisition/644?c=house