Title: AWS Cloud Engineer

State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist III

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Taxation

Location: Main Street Centre

Agency Website: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/work-with-us

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Taxation’s Office of Information Technology seeks a highly experienced and motivated AWS Cloud Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Linux systems administration and deep expertise in AWS cloud services. This role requires a strong understanding of infrastructure as code, automation, and DevOps practices to design, build, and maintain our cloud infrastructure.


Key Responsibilities

Linux Systems Management: Design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure Linux-based systems.

AWS Infrastructure: Provision, configure, and manage core AWS services, including EC2, VPC, S3, IAM, Lambda, and RDS.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Use tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation to automate the provisioning and management of cloud resources.

CI/CD Pipeline: Develop and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or AWS CodePipeline to automate software delivery.

Scripting & Automation: Write scripts in Python and Bash to automate routine tasks, improve operational efficiency, and build custom solutions.

Monitoring & Logging: Implement and manage monitoring and logging solutions using AWS CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and other tools to ensure high availability and performance.

Troubleshooting: Provide expert-level support and troubleshooting for infrastructure, application, and network issues.

Security: Enforce security best practices, implement security controls, and conduct regular security audits.



This position is located in our Central Office in downtown Richmond, Virginia. 
 
This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. 
 
The anticipated hiring salary is 124,000, commensurate with experience. 



As a member of the Virginia Tax team, you can expect additional benefits such as: 

 
• Job stability and quality of life! Enjoy your work/life balance with flexible schedule options and up to two days of telework per week. 
• 12 Paid State holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave! 
• Comprehensive and affordable health benefits. 
• Got student loans? You may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System, VA 457 Deferred Comp, and more. 


At Virginia Tax… 

We are dedicated, resourceful individuals who strive to exceed our customers’ expectations. Not only do we serve the public, we are the public. We are a part of a community that cares about and celebrates each other, who promote opportunities for growth within a stable environment, and support a healthy work-life balance.  

What we do matters. So do you.

Minimum Qualifications

Strong knowledge and experience in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field

Working knowledge and professional experience as a Linux Administrator and/or Cloud Engineer

Proven, hands on experience with AWS Cloud Services

Expert-level scripting skills in Python and Bash

Experience with CI/CD tools and methodologies

Strong understanding of Networking Concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, routing) and network security

Additional Considerations

AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, AWS Certified Solutions Architect)

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

All Virginia Tax employees must be current with filing their tax returns ensuring they were filed in compliance with established laws, rules and regulations. 
 
Selected candidate(s) will be required to consent to and successfully pass a background investigation which includes fingerprint-based criminal history, tax compliance, and DMV driving record (if applicable) checks. 

The selected candidate will be prohibited from performing tax or accounting services for compensation during or outside business hours. 
 
Virginia Tax is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, genetics, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.  

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities, if requested, during the application and/or interview process. If accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources at (804) 786-3608. 
 
Virginia Tax participates in E-verify. 
 
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume’. 

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155. 

Contact Information

Name: Virginia Tax Talent Acquisition Team 

Phone: 804-786-3608 

Email: hroffice@tax.virginia.gov