Government and Public Sector - Technology Strategy and Transformation - Cloud Engineer - Manager

Government and Public Sector – Cloud Security Engineer - Manager

From strategy to execution, the Government and Public Sector practice of Ernst & Young provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military, veterans, and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need. EY is ready to help our government build a better working world.

​​​​EY delivers unparalleled service in big data, business intelligence, and digital analytics built on a blend of custom-developed methods related to customer analytics, data visualization, and optimization. We leverage best practices and a high degree of business acumen that has been compiled over years of experience to ensure the highest level of execution and satisfaction for our clients. At EY, our methods are not tied to any specific platforms but rather arrived at by analyzing business needs and making sure that the solutions delivered meet all client goals.

The opportunity

You will help our clients navigate the complex world of modern data engineering and analytics. We’ll look to you to provide our clients with a unique business perspective on how data science and analytics can transform and improve their entire organization – starting with key business issues they face. This is a high growth, high visibility area with plenty of opportunities to enhance your skillset and build your career.

As a Cloud Engineer, you’ll be expected to be certified in cloud architecture and lean into intelligent infrastructure. This includes architect network, storage, compute, IAM, and other cloud services in support of large-scale system deliveries. You’ll employ DevOps practices to automate cloud service creation, configuration, maintenance, and archiving to maximize system resiliency. This role requires a champion of the infrastructure as code concept with the ability to architect a pioneering cloud solution and efficiently script repeatable jobs to minimize maintenance.
 

Your key responsibilities

• Cloud architecture planning and implementation to include IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings
• Documentation of cloud service offerings- contribution of expertise to technical architecture diagrams
• Interfacing with client technical leadership and communicating technical concepts clearly
• Identifying efficiencies in service offerings and applying innovative solutions
• Adapting infrastructure to client security requirements and understanding impacts across large-scale systems

Skills and attributes for success

• Certified Cloud Solution Architect with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform

• Demonstrated experience using Chef, Puppet, Ansible, or other similar toolsets for automation, continuous integration, testing, and delivery
• Experience implementing DevOps principles
• Proven experience scripting with Python, Powershell, or other languages
• Experience managing code with Git or other repository
• Experience deploying serverless applications
• Familiarity with both Windows and Linux OS
• Understanding of networking concepts and network protocols
• Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL Databases including, but not limited to: SQL Server, Oracle, Redshift, SQL Data Warehouse, Cloudera, Hortonworks, HDInsight
• Solid communication skills
• Experience on Agile projects a plus
• Experience on projects utilizing continuous delivery and deployment methodologies a plus

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

• Bachelor's degree (in technical competency)
• 8+ years professional related experience
• 4+ years of Kubernetes experience
• US Army or DoD experience cloud systems is required

• Experience using Chef, Puppet, Ansible, or other similar toolsets for automation, continuous integration, testing, and delivery
• Experience implementing DevOps principles
• Proven experience scripting with Python, Powershell, or other languages
• Experience managing code with Git or other repository
• Experience deploying serverless applications
• Familiarity with both Windows and Linux OS
• Understanding of networking concepts and network protocols
• Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL Databases including, but not limited to: SQL Server, Oracle, Redshift, SQL Data Warehouse, Cloudera, Hortonworks, HDInsight
• Must be able to work onsite as needed in the greater Washington, DC area

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Thorough business understanding of data science application and ability to communicate with key decision-makers
• Communication is essential, must be able to listen and understand the question and develop and deliver clear insights.

Due to the nature of our work in the Government and Public Sector, work may be required to be completed at client, EY and/or contractor sites. Our goal is to assign professionals to projects within a commutable distance of their work location office.  In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. Candidates should be willing to travel on average 25% to 30% or more in a hybrid environment.

What we look for

We’re interested in passionate leaders with strong vision and a desire to stay on top of trends in the Data Science and Big Data industry. If you have a genuine passion for helping businesses achieve the full potential of their data, this role is for you.

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

•    Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
•    Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
•    Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
•    Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.