Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

About The Company

Tuknik Government Services, a subsidiary of Koniag Government Services, is dedicated to delivering innovative enterprise solutions and professional services to federal government agencies. As an Alaska Native Owned corporation, we are committed to supporting the values and traditions of native communities through an agile and customer-focused culture. Our expertise spans defense, civilian missions, and operational management, ensuring successful mission outcomes for our clients. We prioritize continuous improvement, long-term success, and a solution-oriented approach to meet the evolving needs of our government partners. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who are passionate about providing exceptional service and leveraging cutting-edge technology to support national interests.

About The Role

The AWS Cloud Infrastructure Engineer – RPA Operations is a critical technical role responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure that supports Robotic Process Automation (RPA) initiatives, specifically utilizing UiPath software. This position requires a security clearance of Secret and is fully remote, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work on impactful government projects.

The engineer will serve as the subject matter expert for all AWS-related services, ensuring secure, scalable, and highly available environments for automation workloads. The role involves close collaboration with RPA development teams, security personnel, and end-users to optimize infrastructure performance, security, and accessibility. Key responsibilities include managing virtual machines, cloud networking, security protocols, container orchestration, and systems management, all while adhering to federal cybersecurity standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 4-5 years hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure management.
• At least 3 years of experience with virtual machine administration and cloud computing environments.
• Demonstrated experience with System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) administration.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with Kubernetes or container orchestration platforms.
• Proficiency with AWS security management, certificate authorities, and cryptographic systems.
• Experience supporting enterprise automation or RPA infrastructure is preferred.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps practices.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, SysOps Administrator, or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (preferred).
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure supporting RPA and UiPath operations.
• Create and manage virtual machines, including EC2 instances optimized for unattended automation workloads.
• Configure and maintain AWS Workspaces for RPA developers and automation operators.
• Implement and manage core AWS services such as EC2, VPC, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, CloudFormation, and Systems Manager.
• Monitor resource utilization, performance metrics, and costs; optimize infrastructure for efficiency and scalability.
• Develop and execute backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans for RPA infrastructure.
• Manage network configurations including VPCs, subnets, security groups, and routing tables to ensure secure connectivity.
• Implement security best practices, manage certificates, and oversee Non-Person Entity (NPE) credentials lifecycle management.
• Administer security controls such as encryption, IAM policies, and role-based access to safeguard automation workloads.
• Support and manage PKI components, digital certificates, and cryptographic systems for secure operations.
• Administer System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) for endpoint management, deploying updates, and maintaining system compliance.
• Design, deploy, and manage Kubernetes clusters, including Amazon EKS or equivalent platforms.
• Develop and manage containerized applications, ensuring security, performance, and scalability.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for container deployment and automation workflows.
• Provide technical support for AWS infrastructure access, troubleshooting connectivity, performance, or configuration issues.
• Create comprehensive documentation, runbooks, and user guides for infrastructure procedures and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with security teams for audits, compliance, and incident response efforts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Paid time off and paid parental leave.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and commuter benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement to support continuous learning and professional development.