Cloud Engineer - Serverless & Identity (Top Secret/SCI Required) at North Point Technology (Washington, DC)
North Point Technology· Washington, DC·
Job description
North Point Technology is looking to hire a hands-on Cloud Engineer specializing in serverless architecture and identity/security implementation to support a fast-paced AWS cloud program. This is a builder-focused role requiring deep technical expertise rather than an architecture or design-only background. A Top Secret/SCI clearance is required to be considered for this position. Responsibilities: The engineer will own end-to-end implementation of serverless cloud components, including designing and deploying solutions using Amazon OpenSearch and OpenSearch Serverless, building and maintaining infrastructure-as-code using AWS CDK with Python, developing and integrating API Gateway, Lambda, and DynamoDB-based workflows, and implementing identity and access engineering patterns including JWT handling, OAuth flows, Lambda authorizers, CRL validation, and JWKS token validation. Required Skills/Experience:
- Amazon OpenSearch and OpenSearch Serverless hands-on implementation
- AWS serverless stack: API Gateway, Lambda, and DynamoDB
- AWS CDK with Python for infrastructure-as-code development
- Identity and access engineering using JWTs and OAuth
- Lambda authorizer development and integration
- Certificate Revocation List (CRL) and JWKS validation Preferred Skills/Experience:
- Experience delivering solutions in a classified or secure enclave environment
- Familiarity with data lake patterns on AWS Qualifications:
- Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
- AWS certification (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or equivalent) North Point Technology is THE BEST place to work for curious-minded engineers motivated to support our country’s most crucial missions! We focus on long term projects, leveraging the latest technology in support of innovative solutions to solve our customer’s most difficult problems.
At North Point Technology, EMPLOYEES come first! We value our employees by providing excellent compensation, benefits, and a flexible work-life balance. We strive for a close-knit and open atmosphere where the owners are always directly available to our team members.
Come join us! Apply with North Point Technology today!
For positions requiring a federal security clearance, your clearance level must be clearly identified on your resume.
Why work at North Point Technology
- Culture: Entrepreneurial, community-oriented, and flexible. The company values employee involvement in all aspects of the business and direct client contact.
- Work environment: Small engineering firm where engineers can gain hands-on experience across multiple projects and industries.
- Remote / hybrid policy: Not explicitly stated; likely on-site in Johnson City, NY, with possible travel to client sites.
- Perks: Competitive compensation and benefits, flexible work hours, potential for relocation assistance and signing bonus for qualified candidates.
- Engineering culture: Focus on continuous learning, certification in automation software (e.g., Ignition is a plus), and project management growth.
- Community involvement: The company supports local charities, schools, FIRST Robotics teams, and global missions (e.g., Haiti, Kenya). Employees are encouraged to volunteer.
- Requirements: U.S. Citizenship required; must be able to travel domestically and internationally with a valid U.S. passport.