Cloud Operations Specialist

AECOM TechWorks has supported our customers in some of their most challenging times. AECOM has helped both public and private sector clients collect manage process store and exploit data for thousands of damaged structures hundreds of thousands of square miles of imagery dozens of critical infrastructure components and has deployed dozens of solutions on mobile tablet desktop and browser-based platforms. Our portfolio of meaningful and high-profile projects continues to expand.

The successful candidate will support AECOM TechWorks in various technology infrastructure tasks and will be responsible for participating in the design implementation system operations and system integration tasks for a portfolio of supported applications in cloud environments. The home office for this position will be Germantown MD but the position can be fully in-person or hybrid at any AECOM office. The expectation of the candidate selected for this position is that they will work collaboratively with the team by utilizing Microsoft Teams JIRA Confluence and other collaboration and development tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and implementation of robust application infrastructure solutions focusing on scalability performance and security.
• Automate processes and build tools and scripts to improve our operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with development and data teams to publish web applications troubleshoot issues and set up infrastructure components for new cloud-based projects.
• Monitor resource utilization and costs.
• Document infrastructure configurations and assist with security scans and backups.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS 2 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education or AA/AS 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education or HS/GED 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional experience with web servers.
• Professional experience with database servers.
• Professional experience working with AWS Services to support development environments and production infrastructures.
• Professional experience with Linux and Windows.
• Due to the nature of the work U.S. Citizenship or Green Card is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Azure and/or networking certifications.
• Professional experience working in a team environment.
• Ability to collaborate with other developers testers managers and clients (internal and external).
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies and troubleshooting virtual machine instances.
• Experience with scripting (Python).
• Knowledge of full- life cycle development environments source control testing/staging/production and issue tracking.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with serverless technologies and frameworks.

Additional Information :

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.
• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time