Senior Cloud Engineer (AWS/Azure)

Salary: $131,300 - 237,350 per year Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field with 8–12 years of relevant experience OR a Masters degree in a related discipline with 6–10 years of relevant experience; additional years of experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Experience with CloudOne and familiarity with its internal processes.
• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI eligibility.
• At least one foundational qualification consistent with DoD 8140 requirements, such as a current DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification suitable for Intermediate System Administrator roles (e.g., Security+, GSEC, SSCP, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in cloud operations engineering or a related area for a minimum of 6 years.
• Proficiency in managing and sustaining cloud environments, including AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with system administration in secure DoD or Federal settings.
• Knowledge of implementing Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar).
• Familiarity with containerized environments like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience in supporting DevSecOps pipelines and automated deployment workflows.
• Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity protocols.
• Strong analytical skills and capability for root cause analysis.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Competence in developing and deploying systems using Infrastructure as Code.

• Manage, maintain, and enhance cloud infrastructure environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) that support various services.
• Provide operational system administration and deployment assistance across various cloud platforms, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and private cloud systems.
• Set up, test, and implement COTS, FOSS, and custom solutions within both commercial and on-premises cloud settings.
• Oversee compute, storage, networking, and platform services across multiple cloud environments.
• Implement and sustain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automation for cloud setup and configuration management.
• Support DevSecOps pipelines by facilitating automated deployment, integration, and monitoring of cloud applications.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and reliability while applying enhancements to optimize operations.
• Execute system administration tasks such as patching, upgrades, configuration management, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure adherence to NIST SP 800-53, RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity directives.
• Assist with asset management, backup strategies, disaster recovery, and continuity of operations (COOP) processes.
• Identify and rectify operational challenges affecting system performance, scalability, and uptime.
• Collaborate with DevSecOps, cybersecurity, data engineering, and software development teams to enable integrated delivery.
• Engage in incident response and operational troubleshooting efforts.
• Produce and maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in SAFe ceremonies, including PI Planning, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

• AI
• AWS
• Azure
• Cloud
• DevSecOps
• Docker
• Excel
• GCP
• Support
• Kubernetes
• Security
• Terraform
• DevOps
• Oracle

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We are a dynamic team within the Digital Modernization Sector seeking a Cloud Operations Engineer to join us at Joint Base San Antonio. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-profile enterprise program that integrates data, analytics, and groundbreaking AI technologies. We value those who are committed to making a meaningful impact and excel in complex stakeholder environments. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, income protection, and retirement options. Join us in advancing national security outcomes with innovative solutions.

last updated 36 week of 2026