Cloud Engineer (API) II

Red Cedar TG TG is seeking a dynamic, proactive, and self-starting Cloud Engineer (API) to join our Enterprise Architecture Team at Scott AFB, IL. 

Missing a certification for this position?  Red Cedar TG will work with candidates that are otherwise fully qualified to help them obtain required certifications such as CompTIA Sec+, ITIL, CISSP, and other required certifications."

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain secure, efficient, and scalable Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) that align with organizational needs. 
• Define and refine API requirements, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure solutions meet business and technical needs. 
• Use programming languages (such as Java, Python, or Ruby) to develop APIs and related functionalities. 
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize API performance, addressing issues proactively and ensuring smooth operation. 
• Implement and manage API security and authentication measures to comply with regulatory and organizational standards. 
• Manage AWS infrastructure using the AWS Command Line Interface (CLI), providing systems administration and issue resolution as needed. 
• Utilize AWS GovCloud or other government cloud services in compliance with applicable security standards. 
• Develop, test, and optimize database solutions using MS SQL and MySQL, including data modeling and stored procedure tuning. 
• Use scripting and programming to automate and streamline workflows and API management processes. 
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to communicate technical information, project updates, and best practices. 
• Remain current on AWS service updates, security best practices, and API development advancements.
   

Requirements

• 2-4 years of related professional experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• Current CompTIA Sec+ or better.
• AWS cloud practitioner certification or better.
• Proficiency with AWS Command Line Interface (CLI) and knowledge of AWS products, services, best practices, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated ability with one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Ruby).
• Experience with API Development with the ability to design, build, and maintain APIs, including defining API requirements.
• Proficiency in creating API documentation and managing API gateways.
• Familiarity with MS SQL and MySQL development, including data modeling, concurrency, stored procedure development, and performance tuning.
• Experience in securing and authenticating APIs, ensuring compliance with security protocols.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks independently, meet deadlines, and work well with minimal supervision.
• Must be comfortable working independently and as part of a small team.

Desired

• Familiarity with AWS GovCloud or other Government Cloud environments.

About Red Cedar TG

Headquartered in New Braunfels, TX, Red Cedar TG is focused on delivering enterprise application architecture, project management, and telecommunications solutions to federal, state, local government, and commercial clients. We deliver information technology support, solutions, engineering, architectures, telecom cloud solutions, and engineering and consulting services to Federal Government and commercial clients. We also specialize in fiber optic solutions, Cat-6 network cabling, and all other low voltage cabling solutions.

Red Cedar TG is owned by the Modoc Nation of Miami, Oklahoma, a federally recognized Native American Tribe, and is a registered SBA Small Disadvantaged Business and certified 8(a) company.

At Red Cedar TG, we know employee well-being is important. That’s why we’re committed to making resources available to you that will enable you to become happier, healthier, and more productive in all areas of your life. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:

• Generous PTO Package
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Health Benefits Effective Immediately
• 401K and Immediate Company Matching
• Education Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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