Senior Cloud Engineer – DoD Enterprise Cloud Operations
Job Description:
• Provide advanced technical leadership for cloud computing support and administration within Department of Defense environments.
• Plan and lead cloud infrastructure management activities, including provisioning, optimization, and recovery of mission-critical systems.
• Coordinate updates for PaaS/SaaS offerings, decommission obsolete services, and assist in defining best practices and security standards.
• Serve as a technical authority in cloud operations and may supervise engineering teams to ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity and governance requirements.
• Lead cloud environment management activities, including provisioning, maintenance, optimization, and disaster recovery.
• Evaluate cloud performance metrics and recommend major changes to improve reliability, scalability, and mission readiness.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and senior leadership to align cloud strategies with DoD mission objectives.
Requirements:
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "Secret" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
• At least 9 years of relevant experience.
• Extensive experience in cloud engineering and administration within DoD, federal or similar environments.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, DoD-approved environments) and automation tools.
• Expertise in cloud security, compliance, and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with NIST standards, RMF processes, and DoD governance requirements.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills for interfacing with technical teams and senior management.
Benefits:
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
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