AWS Cloud Engineer - Storage Specialist

AWS Cloud Engineer

• Storage Specialist Nomura
• 3.9 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Contract $600
• $700 a day 19 hours ago Benefits RSU Paid time off Parental leave Qualifications Performance monitoring Cloud Logging Continuous deployment Infrastructure as Code (IaC) DevOps AWS Certification Data recovery Git Server backup and recovery Object storage systems IT monitoring tools Bachelor's degree Version control systems Computer networking Cloud networking Data backup S3 Amazon CloudWatch Cloud automation Amazon VPC DevOps automation Cloud monitoring AWS Certified Security•Specialty Virtual Private Clouds IT disaster recovery planning

Full Job Description Job Code:

12940

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Philadelphia Skill Category:

IT\Technology Description:

Job Title:

AWS Cloud Engineer

• Storage Specialist (Contract)

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Group Technology Location:

Philadelphia The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $600 and $700 per day. . Company overview Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com. Aon's Benefit Index®, Nomura's benefits rank #1 amongst our competitors

Division Overview:

The Information Technology department at Nomura is at the forefront of innovation, driving technology solutions that empower our business and enhance client experiences. We leverage cutting-edge technologies to develop and maintain robust systems and infrastructure, ensuring the security, reliability, and efficiency of our operations. Join our team and be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment that embraces technological advancements to deliver value and drive our digital transformation journey

Role Description:

We are seeking a skilled AWS Cloud Engineer with specialized experience in cloud storage solutions to join our infrastructure team. This position requires 3-5 years of hands-on experience designing, implementing, and managing AWS storage services in enterprise environments. Key Responsibilities Storage Architecture & Design Design and implement scalable storage solutions using AWS services including S3, EBS, EFS, FSx, and Storage Gateway Develop storage strategies that optimize performance, cost, and data lifecycle management Create and maintain storage architecture documentation and best practices Infrastructure Management Deploy and manage AWS storage infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation) Monitor storage performance, capacity, and costs using CloudWatch and third-party tools Implement automated backup and disaster recovery solutions Manage data migration projects between on-premises and cloud environments Security & Compliance Implement storage security best practices including encryption at rest and in transit Configure IAM policies and access controls for storage resources Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements Conduct regular security assessments and remediation Optimization & Troubleshooting Analyze storage usage patterns and implement cost optimization strategies Troubleshoot storage performance issues and implement solutions Optimize data transfer and access patterns for improved application performance Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required: Technical Skills 3-5 years of experience with AWS cloud services, specifically storage solutions Proficiency with AWS storage services: S3, EBS, EFS, FSx, Storage Gateway, DataSync Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, CDK) Strong understanding of networking concepts and VPC configuration Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery and life-cycle management strategies Experience with monitoring and logging tools (CloudWatch, CloudTrail) Certifications AWS Certified Solutions Architect

• Associate (required) AWS Certified SysOps Administrator or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer (preferred) Additional AWS specialty certifications in storage or security (plus) General Skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell) Experience with version control systems (Git) Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills Strong communication and documentation abilities Preferred Qualifications Experience with hybrid cloud storage solutions Knowledge of data governance and compliance frameworks Familiarity with containerization technologies (Rancher, Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with database storage optimization Previous experience in a DevOps or Site Reliability Engineering role Nomura Competencies Explore Insights & Vision Identify the underlying causes of problems faced by you or your team and define a clear vision and direction for the future.

Making Strategic Decisions Evaluate all the options for resolving the problems and effectively prioritize actions or recommendations. Inspire Entrepreneurship in People Inspire team members through effective communication of ideas and motivate them to actively enhance productivity. Elevate Organizational Capability Engage proactively in professional development and enhance team productivity through the promotion of knowledge sharing. Inclusion Foster a culture of inclusion and psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a "Risk Culture" (Challenge, Escalate and Respect). base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, corporate and functional title and duties, job-related knowledge and advanced degrees, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, discretionary awards and eligibility for commissions for applicable sales roles in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired in the U.S., employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors". Nomura is an

Equal Opportunity Employer Nearest Major Market:

Philadelphia