Cloud Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Cloud Engineer with Security Clearance
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- Description Leidos   was awarded   the U.S. Air Force Cloud One Architecture and Common Shared Services contract . Leidos is seeking   a   Cloud   Engineers   across AWS, Azure, Google, and Oracle clouds. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience   to   modernize a leading , global-scale   multi-cloud environment   in support of a critical mission, supporting USAF system resiliency, security, and cost effectiveness.

Location:

These positions will be   remote. Candidates   will   be required   to work onsite as needed. Preferred candidates will be   located   near Hanscom AFB (Boston, MA)   or   work in Huntsville, AL.
Primary Responsibilities   Could Include:
We are seeking   Cloud Engineers   with   expertise   in multiple cloud platforms.
A successful   individual will   be responsible for   developing in a scalable cloud-native solutions, and ensuring best practices across architecture, development, deployment, and security .
This is a hands-on technical role that requires rolling up your sleeves to architect, code, debug, and mentor.      * ​ ​   Perform   systems requirements analysis, functional analysis, and requirements allocation for cloud and hybrid environments.

* Design , implement, and support scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions in AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and/or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.

* Support   cloud architecture design activities, including evaluation of technical alternatives, cost, risk, and supportability.

* Develop   and   maintain   Infrastructure as Code ( IaC ) and automation using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Cloud Formation.

* Deploy , configure, integrate, and support applications in cloud environments.

* Assist   with containerization and orchestration using technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.

* Support   cloud environment performance, availability, scalability, and reliability.

* Assist   with system integration, verification, validation, and testing activities.

* Implement   and support security best practices, including identity and access management, logging, monitoring, and vulnerability remediation.

* Monitor   system health and   assist   with troubleshooting, incident resolution, and root cause analysis.

* Support   cloud modernization efforts, including migration of legacy systems and adoption of cloud-native services.

* Configure   and troubleshoot cloud, virtual, and supporting infrastructure components.

* Create   and   maintain   technical documentation, system diagrams, and operational procedures.

* Collaborate   with developers, operations, security, and customer stakeholders to support solution design and implementation.

* Coach   and   provide   technical guidance to junior engineers as needed.

* Follow   established engineering, Dev Ops/ Dev Sec Ops  , and quality assurance processes and standards.
Minimum   Qualifications   
* Bachelor’s degree with   4–8 years   of relevant experience, or   Master’s   degree with   2–6 years   of relevant experience.
Additional   experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

* Secret Security Clearance required
* U.S. citizenship   required .

* CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification (IAT Level II).

* Hands-on experience supporting cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCI).

* Experience with Infrastructure as Code, automation, or Dev Ops/ Dev Sec Ops    tools.

* Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native development practices.

* Working knowledge of Linux/Unix systems, networking fundamentals, and version control tools (Git).

* Proficiency   in at least one scripting or programming language (e.g., Python, Bash).

* Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications   
* Experience   supporting DoD or USAF cloud environments (e.g., Cloud One, Platform One).

* Familiarity   with Zero Trust concepts and secure cloud architectures.

* Experience   with monitoring and logging tools such as Elastic, Splunk, Prometheus, or Grafana.

* Exposure   to container platforms such as Kubernetes and Docker.

* Experience   with cloud-based identity solutions (Active Directory, Azure AD, IAM).

* Cloud   certifications in AWS, Azure, Google, or Oracle.
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