AWS EKS Lead – Cloud Platform Engineering Manager

Protiviti

. Partner with clients to solve complex business problems and provide impactful advice and solutions .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $133,000 - $213,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting and delivering scalable AWS cloud platforms, utilizing Infrastructure as Code and modern DevOps practices. Proven ability to build client relationships, mentor teams, and lead cloud modernization initiatives to enhance business outcomes.

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AWS Certified Solutions Architect – AssociateCloud Platform ArchitectureInfrastructure as CodeKubernetes Environment DesignClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

AWS Cloud SolutionsTerraformAWS CloudFormationAWS CDKCI/CD PipelinesGitOps PracticesCloud-Native ArchitectureMonitoring FrameworksLogging FrameworksAlerting Frameworks

Soft Skills

Active ListeningStructured Problem SolvingProfessional CommunicationOwnership of CommitmentsTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Amazon EKSAWSCloud PlatformsDevOps PracticesObservability Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – ProfessionalAWS Certified Security – Specialty

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesCloud AdoptionBusiness DevelopmentSolution ArchitectureOperational Transformation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudKubernetesTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with clients to solve complex business problems and provide impactful advice and solutions
Develop lasting relationships with client personnel through quality product delivery
Foster a business-community network and serve as a Protiviti market ambassador
Mentor, train, and coach Consultants and Senior Consultants
Facilitate successful completion of project work plans
Architect and deliver scalable, secure, and resilient cloud platforms using AWS, EKS, Infrastructure as Code, and modern DevOps practices
Work with client stakeholders, engineering teams, architects, and executive leadership to accelerate cloud adoption and improve business outcomes
Lead cloud platform assessments, modernization programs, containerization initiatives, migration efforts, and operational transformation engagements
Contribute to business development, solution development, and cloud ecosystem thought leadership
Lead architecture, implementation, and management of AWS-based cloud platforms
Design and administer enterprise-scale Kubernetes environments using Amazon EKS
Develop highly available, resilient, and scalable cloud-native architectures
Implement Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or AWS CDK
Establish CI/CD pipelines and GitOps practices
Build observability capabilities using monitoring, logging, and alerting frameworks
Design secure cloud architectures aligned with security and compliance standards
Optimize cloud performance, reliability, scalability, and cost efficiency
Provide technical leadership across client engagements and delivery teams
Mentor cloud engineers and architects
Support proposal development, solution architecture, and new business pursuits
Maintain relationships with delivery engineers and architects so proposed solutions reflect implementation experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., MIS, IS, Comp Sci., etc.)
5+ years working in professional services industry
Required: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
Preferred: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
Preferred: AWS Certified Security – Specialty
Experience designing and implementing modern AWS cloud solutions
Interest in AWS trends and developments
Interest in project management and team leadership
Ability to build client relationships and provide exceptional client experiences
Ability to prepare client proposals and strategies to win new business
Ability to work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries
Ability to communicate technical concepts to engineers, architects, business stakeholders, and senior technology leaders
Demonstrated consulting behaviors including active listening, structured problem solving, professional communication, clear documentation, and ownership of commitments
Successful completion of a background check required for employment
Protiviti is not registered to hire or employ personnel in West Virginia or Alaska

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan with 12% bonus target opportunity and/or discretionary stock compensation opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision coverages
FSA and HSA healthcare accounts
Life and accident insurance
Adoption and fertility assistance
Paid parental leave up to 10 weeks
Short-term and long-term disability
401(k) savings and investment plan with employer match of 50% on the first 6% of contributions
Choice Time Off (CTO) for vacation, personal needs, and sick time; new hires receive up to 20 days per calendar year
Up to 11 paid holidays each calendar year
Hybrid work model with flexible remote and in-person work