Apex Systems
Seeking Senior Cloud Engineers to support and enhance the agency's hybrid infrastructure across Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), AWS, and on-premise environments. These engineers will bridge cloud operations with application delivery, providing secure, scalable, and cost-efficient infrastructure that supports legacy systems while guiding modernization into cloud-native architectures. These roles require an understanding of full-stack development workflows (Java/Spring Boot backend, Angular frontend, Jenkins/Git pipelines), to optimize CI/CD and Key Responsibilities: Maintain and support OCI and AWS cloud services used by Java/JEE applications (e.g., compute, storage, networking, security). Assist in the deployment and operational support of legacy systems (WebSphere, Oracle RDBMS) migrated or connected to cloud. Develop Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform, Ansible, and shell scripting. Partner with Java developers to design secure, high-availability environments for full-stack applications. Integrate cloud services into existing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and Bamboo. Monitor and tune cloud resource utilization, access policies (IAM), and cost- performance metrics. Document cloud architecture, environment configurations, and deployment standards. Required Skills and Experience: 5+ years of experience with OCI and AWS (preferred), supporting both legacy and modern applications. Hands-on experience provisioning Java-based workloads in cloud environments. Strong working knowledge of Terraform, Ansible, and scripting (Shell, Python, or similar). Proficient in cloud networking, IAM, VCN/subnet management, object storage, and security configurations. Understanding of full-stack applications including Spring Boot, REST APIs, Angular, and Oracle DB. Experience supporting CI/CD tooling used in current VSP stack: Jenkins, Git, Bamboo Preferred Skills: Familiarity with containerized deployment using Docker, Kubernetes, or OKE. Experience implementing Zero Trust architectures and automated compliance controls. Exposure to legacy modernization strategies (e.g., monolith-to-microservices). Understanding of secure cloud deployment in regulated environments (CJIS, NIST 800-53). Soft Skills: Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills. Ability to collaborate with developers, security, and infrastructure teams. Clear communication and documentation practices. Strong communication skills (written and oral) and ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide. Employee Type: Contract Location: North Chesterfield, VA, US Job Type: Applications and Data Management #J-18808-Ljbffr