GTA Senior Software Configuration/Release Engineer

Short DescriptionThis position is responsible for automating and maintaining cloud configuration and infrastructure processes across GTA-AWS environments.Complete DescriptionON-SITE INTERVIEWS ONLYHYBRID - IN THE OFFICE 2 DAYS PER WEEKCandidates Must be Permanent Residents.Position available for extensions.The Senior Software Configuration/Release Engineer is responsible for designing, automating, and maintaining cloud configuration, release, and infrastructure management processes across GTAs AWS environments. This role ensures highly available, secure, compliant, and well-governed cloud platforms through effective automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), patch management, backup strategy, and certificate governance.The engineer will work closely with DevOps, Security, and Infrastructure teams to support stable, reliable statewide services.ResponsibilitiesCloud Configuration & Infrastructure Automation Develop, implement, and maintain configuration management processes, policies, and standards for AWS environments. Build, deploy, and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform to automate provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management of AWS resources (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, ACM). Manage and optimize multiple environments (Dev, Test, Stage, Prod) ensuring configuration consistency and security.Release Engineering & AWS DevOps Senior Experience supporting automation pipelines using the AWS Code Suite: Code Commit, Code Build, CodeDeploy, and CodePipeline. Work closely with DevOps teams to support release activities, deployments, rollbacks, configuration updates, and environment readiness.Backup, Patching & Compliance Design and maintain automated AWS backup solutions to ensure data integrity, resiliency, and compliance with state retention policies. Implement automated patching workflows for cloud infrastructure to maintain required security and compliance posture. Conduct periodic audits of environment configuration, patch levels, backup integrity, and certificate compliance; recommend and implement improvements.Security & Certificate Management Manage installation, renewal, rotation, and validation of SSL/TLS certificates across AWS services. Ensure secure communication configurations and alignment with state and federal security requirements.Documentation, Governance & Training Maintain detailed, accurate documentation of configuration baselines, IaC standards, module usage, and environment changes. Provide training and guidance to team members on Terraform, AWS infrastructure best practices, backup strategies, patch automation, and certificate management.Core Competencies Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to cloud optimization. Ability to break down complex problems, create tactical plans, and contribute to strategic improvements. Attention to detail with strong diagnostic and problem-investigation abilities. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and planning abilities. Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work in fast-paced environments.Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent professional training, certification, or experience. Eight (8) years of configuration management experience, including: Proficiency with Terraform and IaC methodologies Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, ACM) Experience with cloud backup solutions and automated patching Expertise in SSL/TLS certificate management and security best practicesPreferred Qualifications Scripting experience (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation within AWS/Terraform. AWS Certification(s) and/or Terraform Certification. Experienceworking with state or local government environments. Experiencewith vendor oversight or management. Experiencewith project management or Agile delivery tools. Experiencewith organizational change management (OCM).SkillsSkillRequired / DesiredAmountof ExperienceExpertise RatingMoveSENIOR EXPERIENCE using the AWS Code Suite: CodeCommit, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy, and CodePipelineRequired7YearsThe engineer will work closely with DevOps, Security, and Infrastructure teams to support stable, reliable statewide services.Required7YearsBuild, deploy, and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform to automate provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management Required3YearsDesign and maintain automated AWS Backup, Patching solutions to ensure data integrity, resiliency, and compliance with state retention policies.Required7YearsManage installation, renewal, rotation, and validation of SSL/TLS certificates across AWS services.Required7YearsMaintain detailed, accurate documentation of configuration baselines, IaC standards, module usage, and environment changes.Required3YearsProvide training and guidance to team members on Terraform, AWS infrastructure best practices, backup strategies, patch automation, and certificate Required3YearsON-SITE INTERVIEWS ONLYRequiredTWO DAYS PER WEEK WORK IN THE OFFICERequiredQuestionsQuestion 1Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance, and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you agree to this requirement?Question 2What is your candidate's email address?Question 3If selected for engagement, your candidate's hourly Pay Rate must be at least ***? Your candidate can be paid more; however, the hourly SRP Rate cannot exceed ***? Do you agree to these requirements?Question 4The maximum mark-up for this engagements SRP rate is ***%. To be competitive on pricing, a mark-up below the 35% threshold is suggested. Do you agree to propose a mark-up at or below 35%?Question 5This assignment is contingent upon customer renewal and availability of adequate funding. Do you agree to this requirement?Question 6If selected for engagement, your candidate will be expected to start no later than 2 weeks (10 business days) after the client's selection date? Do you agree to this requirement?Question 7On-Site Interviews Only. Do you and your candidate accept this requirement?Question 8Hybrid Work Environment REQUIRES 2 days-per-week On-Site in the office. Do you and your candidate accept this requirement?Question 9The client is interested in candidates that will consider full-time employment subject to performance approvals. Do you and your candidate accept this requirement?Question 10In what City and State is your candidate located?Question 11Candidates MUST be Permanent Residents (US Citizens or Green Card Holders). Do you and your candidate accept this requirement?Agency Interview TypeIn Person OnlyWork ArrangementHybrid