Cloud Operations Specialist - job 1 of 2

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

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.

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.

• 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 aecom.com. 

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where 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.