Blu Omega · 6 hours ago
AWS WorkSpaces Cloud Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$60/hr - $80/hr
5+ years expBlu Omega is a Woman Owned Small Business Federal Technology services firm looking for a talented AWS WorkSpaces Cloud Engineer to join their dynamic team. The role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing AWS WorkSpaces environments while ensuring seamless migrations, automation, and security compliance.
Cloud InfrastructureConsultingCyber SecurityData ManagementInformation Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredHiring Manager
Renee Veltri
Responsibilities
Implement and manage AWS WorkSpaces deployments, including provisioning, bundling, scaling, and optimization through AWS Console, CLI, SDKs, and automation tools
Design and configure directory services for WorkSpaces (AWS Managed Microsoft AD, AD Connector, Simple AD, or Microsoft Entra ID integration), including trusts, OUs, and directory sync
Develop infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK, or scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) to automate environment setup and management
Execute virtual desktop migrations from on-premises VDI solutions (Citrix, VMware Horizon) to AWS WorkSpaces, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance
Configure secure networking including VPCs, security groups, PrivateLink, AWS Global Accelerator, and connectivity options like Direct Connect or VPNs
Implement Zero-Trust security models with AWS IAM, SSO/IAM Identity Center, MFA, SAML federation, and conditional access policies
Support DevSecOps pipelines integrating AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy, GitHub Actions, and security tools (GuardDuty, Security Hub, Config, Inspector)
Automate compliance monitoring, evidence collection, and reporting aligned with standards such as FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, or similar regulatory frameworks
Support application streaming and hybrid workloads, including Amazon AppStream 2.0 and WorkSpaces Thin Client solutions
Troubleshoot and resolve issues in production environments, perform root cause analysis, and optimize performance, latency, and cost
Develop architecture review documentation, security artifacts, diagrams, and authorization-to-operate (ATO) materials
Collaborate with cloud architects, security teams, VDI specialists, and stakeholders to deliver robust cloud solutions
Qualification
Required
5+ years of hands-on experience managing production workloads in AWS (commercial or government)
2+ years specifically working with Amazon WorkSpaces and End User Computing services
Bachelors Degree
Strong proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools, especially Terraform (required) and CloudFormation/CDK (plus)
Experience deploying and managing AWS WorkSpaces at scale, including directory service integrations and bundle management
Deep understanding of AWS networking components relevant to virtual desktops, such as VPCs, security groups, and protocols (PCoIP, DCV)
Hands-on experience with DevOps tools including AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy, and GitHub Actions
Familiarity with AWS security services (IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, Config, CloudTrail)
Scripting and automation expertise in PowerShell (required), Python or Bash (plus)
Preferred
AWS certifications: Solutions Architect (Associate/Professional), SysOps Administrator (Associate), DevOps Engineer (Professional), Security – Specialty
Hands-on experience with compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP High, NIST 800-53, or agency-specific controls
Prior experience with VDI migrations from Citrix or VMware Horizon to AWS WorkSpaces
Knowledge of Amazon AppStream 2.0, WorkSpaces Thin Client, AWS Global Accelerator, or related EUC technologies
Familiarity with Active Directory in AWS (Managed AD, AD Connector), SAML, MFA, certificate-based authentication, and federation
Cost optimization, performance tuning, and high-availability configurations for WorkSpaces environments
Benefits
Health Insurance
401K w/ match
Paid Time Off
More.
Company
Blu Omega
Blu Omega offers IT services and Clinical Research management consulting, focusing on technology solutions for federal sectors.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Carey Sivori
Co-Founder
Michael Sivori
President, Co-Founder
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