Cloud Engineer

Job Description

ECS is seeking a Cloud Engineer to work in our Arlington, VA office /
remote
. The Cloud Engineer will play a critical role in supporting a federal IT modernization initiative by designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure solutions. This position requires working within a highly regulated environment while driving innovation and efficiency through cloud adoption. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to migrate legacy systems, implement cloud-native solutions, and ensure compliance with federal security standards and regulations.

Working as part of a dynamic modernization program, the Cloud Engineer will contribute to transforming government operations through scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud technologies. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on citizen services while advancing cloud engineering expertise in the federal sector.

• Design and implement scalable cloud architectures using AWS Gov Cloud, Azure Government, or other FedRAMP-authorized cloud platforms
• Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates using tools such as Terraform, Cloud Formation, or ARM templates
• Migrate legacy on-premises systems to cloud environments while maintaining operational continuity
• Configure and manage virtual networks, load balancers, storage solutions, and compute resources

• Implement cloud security best practices in accordance with NIST frameworks, FISMA requirements, and agency-specific security controls
• Configure and maintain security groups, network access control lists, identity and access management (IAM) policies
• Support Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and maintain continuous monitoring capabilities
• Ensure compliance with FedRAMP, FIPS 140-2, and other federal security standards

• Implement automated monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for cloud infrastructure
• Perform capacity planning and cost optimization analysis
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans
• Support 24/7 operations through on-call rotation and incident response procedures
• Create and maintain technical documentation and standard operating procedures

• Partner with application development teams to optimize cloud resource utilization
• Participate in architecture review boards and technical design sessions
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing initiatives
• Research and evaluate emerging cloud technologies for potential adoption

Salary Range: $150,000 – $180,000

• U.S. Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust suitability determination
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 7 years of experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure management, or related technical roles
• Hands‑on experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform)

• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Cloud Formation, ARM templates, Pulumi)
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Open Shift)
• Knowledge of networking concepts including VPNs, firewalls, load balancing, and DNS
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practices
• Understanding of federal IT security frameworks (NIST 800-53, FISMA, FedRAMP)
• Current federal government or contractor experience supporting federal agencies
• Professional cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect)
• Experience with FedRAMP-authorized cloud environments (AWS Gov Cloud, Azure Government)
• Security certifications such as Security, CISSP, or CCSP
• Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Power Shell, Bash)
• Knowledge of database technologies and data migration strategies
• Experience with agile development methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal…