Principal Cloud Engineer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionGES is seeking an experienced Principal Cloud Systems Engineer to join our Defense Enclave Services (DES) team, who will support an extensive digital modernization program critical to Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and Department of Defense (DoD) Fourth Estate Agencies. A Systems Engineer with a focus on Distributed Systems and understands how cloud infrastructure is built and maintained. The position will support multiple engineering projects modernizing the DoD Environment, including the migration of applications and services from on-premise to the cloud for zero-trust network initiatives. These engineering efforts will include design, deployment, test, and migration of the network solutions the candidate develops. JOB LOCATION: Remote CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Must possess an Active SECRET or above DoD clearance to be considered. (US Citizenship required) Primary ResponsibilitiesLeverage experience in Systems Engineering and Architecture to design zero-trust network solutions for a hybrid on-premise and Azure enclaveDemonstrate an understanding of system Virtualization and Design by ensuring network modernization efforts properly address security requirements and can be implemented without affecting operations.Support Cloud Deployment of modernized network servicesDevelop modern and secure network solutions by demonstrating experience with Virtual switches, VPC’s, and Virtual FirewallsProvide inputs to the design of the enterprise’s cloud and mission architectureEvaluate and support application architectures across platforms to ensure alignment to cloud and application modernization strategies, capabilities and requirementsContinually identify opportunities for improvement, including innovations aimed at improving the user experience, improving efficiencies, and lowering sustainment costsEnforce security best practices and guidelines, leveraging knowledge of security policies, network security, and data securityRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 12+ years of prior relevant experience Expertise designing, deploying, and operating solutions built on Azure, AWS or GCP Experience with Virtual switches, VPC’s, and Virtual Firewalls Experience with Identity Access Management (IDAM), AzureAD, and CyberArk, Okta or other modern ICAM solutions. Understanding of Federal Government application, server, and network security requirements such as NIST, FedRAMP, and FISMA Ability to work effectively within a distributed technical team, aided by strong written and verbal communication skills Current IAT Level II (or higher) Certification such as Security + or CISSPDesired QualificationsRecognized cloud certification, such as Microsoft Azure Associate Administrator Familiarity with the Atlassian suite, including Jira and Confluence