AWS Cloud Engineer

Job Description

Key Responsibilities WorkSpaces Design & Implementation :. Design and deploy scalable Amazon WorkSpaces environments across multiple regions (US East, EMEA, SEA). Architect Personal (persistent) and Pooled (non-persistent) WorkSpaces, supporting up to 5,000 users in production environments and 500 users in non-production environments. Serve as a Disaster Recovery (DR) layer for existing Azure Virtual Desktop solutions. Manage user profiles, including standard, power, and GPU-based WorkSpaces, with FSLogix profile management for O365 and non-persistent Automation & Image Management :. Implement Bring Your Own License (BYOL) strategy and deploy custom images using Image Builder and Merck eCore base images. Design and enforce naming conventions, tagging strategies, and IAM role assignments for workspace deployments. Automate workspace provisioning processes using AWS CLI, CloudFormation, and Compliance & Governance :. Configure and manage IAM permissions, domain policies, secret management, and eDiscovery settings . Implement Active Directory integration using AWS Managed Microsoft AD or AD Connector. Ensure security compliance through encryption, access control policies, and audit logging via CloudTrail and & Connectivity :. Configure network settings, including bandwidth, latency, VPCs, subnets, endpoints, and security groups. Set up multi-AZ deployments for high availability and integrate with AWS Direct Connect for secure hybrid Logging & Recovery :. Design observability frameworks using CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and internal databases. Define backup, recovery, and rollback procedures for workspace environments. Provide operational support, image optimization, and iterative improvements based on testing feedback. Required Skills & Experience. 8+ years of experience as an AWS Cloud Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or EUC Specialist. Proven expertise in deploying and managing Amazon WorkSpaces at scale. Hands-on experience with Python, PowerShell, and scripting for infrastructure automation. Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and AWS CLI. Strong understanding of networking, security, Active Directory integration, and observability in cloud environments. In-depth knowledge of VDI design principles, including BYOL and hybrid DR configurations. Preferred Qualifications. AWS Certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect, SysOps Administrator, or DevOps Engineer). Experience with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and hybrid VDI solutions. Familiarity with eDiscovery, FSLogix, and enterprise IAM frameworks. Exposure to large-scale EUC and cloud migration projects. (ref:hirist.tech).