Cloud Engineer - Cleared - Onsite - Colorado Springs, CO (Position Pending Contract Award)

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We are seeking a cleared Cloud Engineer to support mission-critical systems within a hybrid cloud environment. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure cloud infrastructure in alignment with DoD and IC requirements. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure in federal working environments and is fluent in automation and security practices across IL4/5/6 workloads.

Responsibilities:

• Architect and deploy secure cloud solutions (AWS GovCloud, Azure IL5/6, or private cloud) in accordance with RMF and DISA STIGs
• Automate infrastructure provisioning using IaC tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement Zero Trust principles and meet FedRAMP/NIST 800-53 controls
• Develop and support containerized workloads using Kubernetes, Docker, or OpenShift
• Support migration of legacy workloads into IL4+/IL6 cloud environments
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability and compliance
• Work within an Agile/DevSecOps team to deliver secure, scalable cloud infrastructure

Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret clearance with Eligibility for Top Secret/SCI
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering or DevSecOps roles
• Experience with AWS, and/or Azure (preferably IL4, IL5, and/or IL6 environments)
• Strong knowledge of Terraform, Ansible, GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, or equivalent
• Familiarity with RMF, NIST 800-53/171/172, FedRAMP, and DISA STIGs
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Docker, or container security

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Prior experience supporting DoD, IC, or Space Force missions

• Salary range: 135,000 - $155,000, depending on experience and skill set
• Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
• Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials 

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