AWS Cloud Infrastructure Engineer – RPA Operations (REMOTE)

AWS Cloud Infrastructure Engineer – RPA OperationsTuknik Government Services, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an AWS Cloud Infrastructure Engineer – RPA Operations with a Secret security clearance to support TGS and our government customer. The position is remote.We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.The AWS Cloud Infrastructure Engineer - RPA Operations will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud infrastructure that supports Robotic Process Automation (RPA) operations, specifically in UiPath RPA software. This role serves as the technical expert for all AWS-related services utilized by RPA customers, ensuring secure, scalable, and highly available virtual infrastructure for automation workloads.The position requires deep expertise in AWS services, virtualization technologies, security management, and container orchestration.

The ideal candidate will manage complex cloud environments including virtual machines, AWS Workspaces, Hardware Security Modules (HSM), and certificate management systems while maintaining strict security protocols for Non-Person Entity (NPE) credentials and unattended automation infrastructure. This role combines cloud architecture, systems administration, security management, and DevOps practices with specialization in System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) and Kubernetes orchestration.The engineer will work closely with RPA development teams, security personnel, and end-users to ensure optimal performance, security, and accessibility of cloud resources that enable enterprise-wide automation capabilities.Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:Design, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure supporting RPA/UiPath customer operationsCreate and manage virtual machines (EC2 instances) optimized for unattended automation workloadsConfigure and maintain AWS Workspaces for RPA developers and automation operatorsImplement and manage AWS services including but not limited to: EC2, VPC, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, CloudFormation, Systems Manager, and CloudTrailMonitor cloud resource utilization, performance metrics, and costs; optimize infrastructure for efficiencyImplement and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions for RPA infrastructureManage cloud networking configurations including VPCs, subnets, security groups, routing tables, and network ACLsEnsure high availability and fault tolerance of critical RPA infrastructure componentsPlan and execute infrastructure scaling activities to meet growing automation demandsPerform system maintenance, patching, and updates across cloud environmentsSecurity & Certificate Management:Manage AWS Hardware Security Module (HSM) or similar infrastructure for secure operationsImplement and maintain digital certificate lifecycle management for RPA operationsConfigure and manage Non-Person Entity (NPE) credentials for unattended automation processesEstablish secure credential storage, rotation, and access procedures using AWS HSM or similar and Secrets ManagerImplement and enforce security best practices for cloud infrastructure and automation workloadsManage Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies, roles, and permissions for RPA servicesConfigure and monitor security controls including encryption at rest and in transitConduct security assessments and implement remediation measures for identified vulnerabilitiesMaintain compliance with organizational cybersecurity policies and federal security standardsManage PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) components and certificate authorities for automation environmentsCoordinate with security teams on audits, compliance requirements, and security incidentsSystems Management & Configuration:Administer System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) for endpoint management and software distributionDeploy and manage applications, updates, and configurations across virtual infrastructure using SCCMMaintain SCCM infrastructure including site servers, distribution points, and management pointsCreate and maintain SCCM task sequences, packages, and deployment collectionsMonitor system compliance and remediate configuration driftIntegrate SCCM with cloud services for hybrid environment managementTroubleshoot SCCM-related issues and optimize performanceContainer Orchestration & Kubernetes Management:Design, deploy, and manage Kubernetes clustersConfigure and maintain Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) or equivalent container platformsDevelop and manage container images, pods, services, and deploymentsImplement container security best practices and vulnerability scanningMonitor cluster health, resource utilization, and application performanceTroubleshoot container and orchestration issuesImplement CI/CD pipelines for container deploymentsUser Support & Documentation:Provide technical support to RPA customers for AWS infrastructure access and usage issuesTroubleshoot and resolve virtual infrastructure problems including connectivity, performance, and configuration issuesCreate and maintain comprehensive documentation for AWS infrastructure procedures and configurationsDocument step-by-step procedures for NPE credential acquisition and setup in AWS environmentsDevelop user guides for accessing and utilizing AWS Workspaces and virtual machinesMaintain runbooks for common administrative tasks and troubleshooting scenariosConduct knowledge transfer sessions with team members and end-usersRespond to user inquiries regarding cloud infrastructure capabilities and limitationsRequired Qualifications:Education:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related technical field; OREquivalent combination of education and professional experience in cloud infrastructure, systems engineering, or DevOpsExperience:Minimum 4-5 years of hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure managementMinimum 3 years of experience with virtual machine administration and cloud computing environmentsDemonstrated experience with System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) administrationMinimum 2 years of experience with Kubernetes or container orchestration platformsExperience with security management, certificate authorities, and cryptographic systemsPrevious experience supporting enterprise automation or RPA infrastructure (preferred)Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps practicesTechnical Skills:Required:AWS Services:Expert-level knowledge of AWS core services (EC2, VPC, S3, IAM, CloudWatch)Advanced experience with AWS Workspaces and virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)Proficiency with AWS Hardware Security Module (CloudHSM or AWS Managed HSM)Strong understanding of AWS security services (Secrets Manager, KMS, Certificate Manager, IAM)Experience with AWS networking, security groups, and VPC configurationsFamiliarity with AWS automation tools (CloudFormation, Systems Manager, CLI, SDKs)Security & Certificate Management:Deep knowledge of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and certificate lifecycle managementExperience with digital certificate creation, distribution, and revocationUnderstanding of cryptographic concepts and secure key managementExperience managing Non-Person Entity (NPE) credentials and service accountsKnowledge of security compliance frameworks and best practicesSystems Management:Advanced proficiency with Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)Experience with endpoint management, patch management, and software distributionKnowledge of Windows Server administration and Active Directory integrationFamiliarity with PowerShell scripting for automation and system managementContainer & Orchestration:Strong experience with Kubernetes architecture, deployment, and managementProficiency with Amazon EKS or other managed Kubernetes servicesKnowledge of Docker and container technologiesExperience with container security scanning and vulnerability managementUnderstanding of microservices architecture and cloud-native applications