Key Responsibilities
Amazon Work Spaces Design & Implementation
- Design and deploy scalable Amazon Work Spaces environments across global regions (US East, EMEA, SEA)
- Architect both Personal (persistent) and Pooled (non-persistent) Work Spaces for up to 5,000 users in production and 500 in non-production
- Serve as a disaster recovery (DR) solution complementing Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
- Manage diverse user profiles (standard, power, GPU) using FS Logix for O365 and non-persistent sessions
Configuration, Automation & Image Management
Implement BYOL (Bring Your Own License) strategy and create custom images using Image Builder and Merck e Core base imagesEnforce structured naming conventions, tagging policies, and IAM role assignmentsAutomate workspace provisioning with AWS CLI, Cloud Formation, and TerraformSecurity, Compliance & Governance
Manage IAM policies, domain configurations, secrets management, and eDiscovery settingsIntegrate Active Directory using AWS Managed Microsoft AD or AD ConnectorEnsure compliance with security standards through encryption, access control, Cloud Trail, and CloudWatch audit loggingNetworking & Connectivity
Configure network infrastructure, including bandwidth optimization, VPCs, subnets, endpoints, and security groupsEnable high availability with multi-AZ deployments and secure hybrid access via AWS Direct ConnectMonitoring, Logging & Recovery
Establish observability using Cloud Watch, Cloud Trail, and internal monitoring systemsDesign and implement backup, recovery, and rollback proceduresProvide ongoing operational support, workspace image optimization, and performance enhancements based on feedbackRequired Skills & Experience
8+ years of experience as an AWS Cloud Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or EUC SpecialistExpertise in large-scale Amazon WorkSpaces deployments and managementProficiency in Python, PowerShell, and scripting for infrastructure automationAdvanced experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and AWS CLIStrong understanding of networking, cloud security, Active Directory, and observability toolsIn-depth knowledge of VDI design, BYOL strategies, and hybrid DR configurationsPreferred Qualifications
AWS certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect, SysOps Administrator, DevOps Engineer)Experience with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and hybrid VDI environmentsFamiliarity with FSLogix, eDiscovery, and enterprise IAM solutionsInvolvement in large-scale EUC and cloud migration projectsSkills Required
Aws Cloud, Devops, Terraform, Cloudformation, Aws Cli, Python, Powershell