Cloud Automation Engineer

CACI International Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking a Cloud Automation Engineer to architect and automate the infrastructure foundation for an AI and data analytics platform across Azure Government and Azure Commercial environments.

You will design, implement, and maintain IaC solutions, build CI/CD pipelines, and support containerization while ensuring security and compliance in a government cloud setting. The role focuses on automating environment provisioning, monitoring, and data quality checks, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 13+ years in cloud engineering, DevOps, or related field (equivalencies allowed).
• Hands-on IaC experience with Terraform or equivalent tools (CloudFormation, ARM, or Bicep).
• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Azure services (compute, storage, networking, identity, security).
• Proven ability to build and manage CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI/CD, or Jenkins.
• Strong scripting and automation skills in Python, PowerShell, Bash or similar.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain IaC to enable repeatable deployment of Azure environments for AI platforms and analytics.
• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation across DevSecOps tooling.
• Implement automation for environment configuration, compute provisioning, and infra operations.
• Support containerization strategies (Docker, Kubernetes, Azure Container Instances).
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting with Azure Monitor and Log Analytics.
• Automate data quality checks and validation workflows to improve reliability.
• Maintain infrastructure baselines, tagging, and naming conventions for governance.
• Support cloud deployments for pilot AI applications ensuring scalability and security.
• Develop architecture diagrams, runbooks, and IaC repositories for operations.
• Collaborate with government security teams to maintain DevSecOps and compliance posture.

Skills

Cloud engineering

DevOps

Infrastructure as Code

Terraform

Azure

CI/CD

Scripting

Automation

Security & DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor's degree + 13 years of experience

Equivalencies considered

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

ARM templates

Bicep

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

GitLab CI/CD

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Title: Cloud Automation Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

The Opportunity

CACI is seeking a skilled Cloud Automation Engineer to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of the Inspector General (OIG). This role offers a unique opportunity to architect and automate the infrastructure foundation for a cutting‑edge AI and data analytics platform that strengthens national security oversight through investigative, audit, and inspection operations. As a Cloud Automation Engineer, you will design, implement, and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions that enable repeatable, scalable, and secure deployment of enterprise AI capabilities, data platforms, and mission applications across Azure Government and Azure Commercial environments. You will build CI/CD pipelines, automate environment provisioning, implement monitoring and logging infrastructure, and support containerization strategies that accelerate delivery while maintaining the highest standards of security and compliance. Working within a secure government cloud environment, you will be instrumental in establishing the DevSecOps backbone for a transformational program of national importance. Join us to make a meaningful impact by building the infrastructure that powers next-generation oversight capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to enable repeatable, version-controlled deployment of Azure environments for AI platforms, data analytics infrastructure, and mission applications


• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation using GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, and approved DevSecOps tooling to accelerate secure software delivery


• Implement automation solutions using Ansible, Python, PowerShell, or other approved technologies to streamline environment configuration, compute provisioning, and infrastructure operations


• Support containerization strategies for OIGChat, AI platform services, and analytical applications, including Docker, Azure Container Instances, or Kubernetes-based solutions


• Implement comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting infrastructure for applications, data pipelines, and cloud resources using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and approved observability tools


• Automate data quality checks, validation workflows, and operational processes to improve reliability and reduce manual intervention


• Maintain infrastructure baselines, tagging standards, resource naming conventions, and configuration management to support governance, cost optimization, and compliance


• Support cloud infrastructure deployment for pilot AI applications and analytical workloads, ensuring scalability, performance, and security requirements are met


• Develop comprehensive technical documentation including architecture diagrams, runbooks, deployment procedures, and infrastructure-as-code repositories to support operations and knowledge transfer


• Collaborate with Government stakeholders, security teams, and development teams to integrate DevSecOps practices, support Agile delivery, and maintain security and compliance posture.

Qualifications

• Required –


• Bachelor's degree + 13 years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, infrastructure automation, or related field; equivalencies considered (Master's + 10 years; 19 years with no degree; AA + 15 years)


• Extensive hands‑on experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or equivalent tools (CloudFormation, ARM templates, Bicep)


• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud services, including compute, storage, networking, identity, and security services


• Proven experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI/CD, or Jenkins


• Strong scripting and automation skills using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar languages


• Desired –


• Experience with Azure Government and Azure Commercial/GCC cloud environments, including cross‑tenant connectivity patterns and compliance requirements


• Hands‑on experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Container Instances)


• Background in federal government, FedRAMP, or highly regulated environments with understanding of ATO processes, security controls (NIST 800‑53), and continuous monitoring requirements

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high‑performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$114,600-$252,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.