Azure Cloud Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Cloud Architecture & Design
  • Develop, document, and implement cloud reference architectures aligned to DoD and federal cloud strategies.
  • Design resilient, scalable, and cost-optimized cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) across environments (Azure Government, AWS Gov Cloud, DoD IL5/6, JWCC).
  • Leverage containerization and orchestration (Kubernetes, AKS, EKS, Open Shift) to enable secure, portable, and reusable deployments.
• Engineering & Automation
  • Build Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, Bicep, or Cloud Formation to accelerate deployments.
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines (Azure Dev Ops, Git Hub Actions, Jenkins) to support automated testing, compliance, and deployment.
  • Integrate AI/ML and data platform services into cloud architectures to enable advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and digital engineering.
• Security & Compliance
  • Apply DoD Zero Trust principles and STIG compliance to cloud workloads.
  • Ensure security and compliance with FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and DISA SRG controls.
  • Support Authority to Operate (ATO) processes through RMF documentation, automation, and compliance validation.
• Operations & Support
  • Monitor and optimize cloud performance, cost, and availability.
  • Troubleshoot complex issues across networking, compute, storage, and security domains.
  • Collaborate with government system owners, integrators, and AIS teams to ensure mission readiness.

• Education
  :
  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field - or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience
  : 3-7 years in cloud engineering, architecture, or Dev Sec Ops  roles.
• Cloud Expertise
  :
  Hands‑on experience with Azure required
• Infrastructure as Code
  :
  Proficiency in tools such as Terraform, Bicep, and Cloud Formation.
• Clearance
  :
  Active DoD Secret clearance (minimum), with the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI if required.
• Location
  :
  Must be based in the DC Metro area.
• Certifications
  :
  Comp Tia Security+ certification required.
• Technical Knowledge
  • Strong foundation in networking, security, identity, and access management.
  • Deep understanding of DoD security frameworks, including RMF, DISA SRGs, and Zero Trust principles.

• Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) certification.
• Other relevant Cloud certifications (Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Solutions Architect, etc.).
• Experience supporting DoD digital engineering initiatives (e.g., Model-Based Systems Engineering, FPAAs, heterogeneous integration).
• Experience with data platforms and analytics services (Databricks, Synapse, Redshift).
• Familiarity with container security, Dev Sec Ops  tool chains, and automated compliance frameworks.
• Prior experience delivering mission-focused solutions for DoD, DISA, Army, Navy, or Air Force customers.

This posting is part of our ongoing talent pipeline initiative. While there may not be an immediate opening, we are actively building a network of qualified candidates for future opportunities. If you're interested in being considered when a role becomes available, we encourage you to submit your resume.

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