Cloud Engineer

Trinzic; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR's Colorado Springs team is seeking a Cloud Engineer to integrate cloud technologies with Infrastructure as Code practices and robust Azure/VPC management. You will deploy and manage cloud resources in secure environments, collaborating with DevOps and Software Engineers to drive reliable deployments.

The role requires active security clearance considerations, hands-on experience with Azure and Terraform, and a proactive mindset to resolve complex technical challenges in a mission-focused

Qualifications

• Requires B.S. in Computer Science or related field.
• 2+ years in Cloud or Network Engineering.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Bicep.
• Proficiency with GNU/Linux and version control (Git).

Responsibilities

• Deploy and manage Microsoft Azure cloud resources across environments.
• Develop IaC repositories (Bicep, Terraform) for resource recreation and redeployment.
• Troubleshoot deployments, Azure Entra ID, and access issues.
• Troubleshoot AKS and Virtual Machines with applications running.
• Design networks and systems secured with Azure Firewall and related resources.
• Collaborate with DevOps, Software, and Systems Engineers.

Skills

Cloud Engineering

Network Engineering

Infrastructure as Code

Linux

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

Tools

Terraform

Bicep

Azure

GitHub

GitLab

Azure CLI

Job description

• Location: Colorado Springs, CO – Onsite

Title

Cloud Engineer

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities.

Our KBR team in Colorado Springs, CO, is seeking a Cloud Engineer. This role is pivotal in integrating cloud technologies with Cloud Infrastructure practices, requiring a blend of technical skills and operational acumen. As a Cloud Engineer, your contributions will have direct impact on the success of our projects and the overall business outcomes we aim to achieve.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: At KBR, you'll be working on prototype projects that support the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory’s missions. The AFRL is the primary scientific research and development center for the Air Force. AFRL leads the discovery, development, and integration of affordable warfighting technologies for our air, space, and cyberspace force.
• Collaborative Environment: Our rapid prototyping environment requires that we empower and entrust our engineers to make high level decisions. We live the Agile values, prioritizing development team autonomy, face-to-face communication, and working code over processes and documentation.
• Impactful Work: Your work will directly support the Air Force in expanding national capabilities. As the Air Force's leader for National-to-Tactical capability development, AFRL collaborates with leading experts across the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, National Laboratories, industry, inter-agency, academia, and partner nations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, manage, and maintain Microsoft Azure cloud resources in multiple environments.
• Develop Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, Terraform, etc.) repositories to easily recreate and redeploy resources as needed.
• Troubleshoot failed deployments, integrations between Azure resources, and user access issues through Azure Entra ID service.
• Troubleshoot Azure Kubernetes Service and Virtual Machines with deployed applications running.
• Design and maintain networks and systems interconnectivity protected with Azure Firewall Policies, User-Defined Routes, Application Gateway, etc.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support DevOps Engineers, Software Engineers, and Systems Engineers.

Work Environment

• Location: Colorado Springs, CO – Onsite
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Flexible

Qualifications

Required:

• Security Clearance: Must have an active U.S. government SECRET security clearance, with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance; which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
• Education: B.S. in Computer Science. Other degrees/educational courses will be considered with relevant work experience or certification.
• 2+ years of experience with knowledge in one or more of the following fields:
• Cloud Engineering
• Network Engineering
• Comfortable with Bicep, Terraform, or similar Infrastructure as Code practices.
• 1+ years of experience with Azure or AWS cloud services through AZ/AWS Command Line Interface tools and Azure/AWS Portal usage.
• 2+ years of experience with GNU/Linux commands, shell navigation, and standard code repository usage (GitLab, GitHub, etc.)
• Ability to research and solve complex technical problems independently.

Desired:

• AWS or Azure cloud services certification (AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals or similar) is preferred.
• DoD 8140 Cyber Workforce qualification (Security+ or equivalent)
• Experience creating cloud infrastructure with standard resources.
• Familiarity with Azure Entra ID, Azure Kubernetes Service, Virtual Machines, Azure Firewall, Azure networking resources.
• Experience operating/deploying/managing air-gapped cloud networks.

Basic Compensation: $93,700 - $140,600 (For Colorado Springs, CO Only)

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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