Cloud Engineer

The Amatriot Group; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Amatriot Group is seeking a Cloud Engineer to support federal government workloads by migrating sensitive systems to the cloud. The role focuses on secure, scalable Azure Government architectures, with emphasis on security, compliance, and cost optimization.

Responsibilities include designing cloud solutions, migration planning, IaC with Terraform and ARM, leading engagements, and mentoring teams on best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field; 12+ years experience, or equivalent.
• Master’s or PhD with 10+ or 7+ years respectively; relevant federal domain work.
• Experience with Azure Government and security/compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design secure, scalable cloud solutions on Azure Government using Kubernetes, Docker, and AKS.
• Develop and execute detailed cloud migration plans emphasizing security and compliance.
• Improve cloud management platforms and evaluate performance.
• Create infrastructure as code with Terraform and ARM templates.
• Lead cloud consulting engagements on architecture and deployments.
• Educate stakeholders on cloud solutions, security best practices, and cost optimization.
• Participate in technical project reviews to ensure security/compliance.
• Maintain documentation and stay current with new tools.

Skills

Azure Government

Cloud security

DevOps concepts

Containerization

CI/CD

Power BI

NIST 800-53

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

ARM templates

Terraform

Job description

Location: Linthicum Heights, MD

Security Clearance: Active Secret

Job Type: Full-Time

Target Salary Range*: $100,000 - $165,000

This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary

Position Overview

The Cloud Engineer plays a critical role in supporting the federal government by focusing primarily on migrating sensitive workloads to the cloud. This hands-on position requires expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud architectures, with an emphasis on security, scalability, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and highly available cloud solutions on Azure Government, utilizing PaaS/IaaS services and containerization (Kubernetes, Docker, AKS).
• Create and execute detailed cloud migration plans while ensuring security and compliance throughout the process.
• Drive enhancements for cloud management platforms, evaluating their performance and making necessary improvements.
• Develop infrastructure as code (IAC) using CI/CD pipelines with tools such as Terraform and ARM templates.
• Lead cloud consulting engagements, providing strategic insights on cloud architecture, technology deployments, and portfolio management.
• Educate and guide stakeholders and engineering teams on effective cloud solutions, security best practices, and cost optimization strategies.
• Participate in technical project reviews to ensure designs meet operational and security requirements.
• Maintain technical documentation and stay updated on emerging tools and best practices.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of experience, or
• Master’s Degree and 10+ years of experience, or
• PhD and 7+ years.

A degree in one of the following fields is highly desired: Information Technology, Data Science, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Software Engineering. However, 4 years of additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.

Experience

• Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies.
• Knowledge of risk management processes.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, cyber threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Knowledge of cloud computing service models Software as a Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Platform as a Service (PaaS).
• Knowledge of cloud computing deployment models in private, public, and hybrid environments.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience specifically within Microsoft Azure Government. Proven experience in designing flexible, scalable, and highly-available cloud architectures and systems.
• Expertise in containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Docker) and IAC tools (Terraform, ARM templates). Familiarity with DevOps concepts and tools (GitLab, JIRA, Jenkins).

Certifications

Preferred Qualifications

Active Certification Requirement - Must have one of the following certifications and must submit a copy of the certification:

• AWS Solutions Architect Professional
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• CASP+
• CISSP-ISSAP
• TOGAF
• SABSA
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, security tools, and principles.
• In-depth expertise with DAF CLOUDWorks (multi-cloud environments).
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) and cyber threat intelligence platforms.
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and tools.

Highly Desired Certifications

Cloud

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Azure Administrator Associate
• AWS Certified SysOps Administrator
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional/Associate)

Cloud Security

• CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional)
• Cloud+ (CompTIA Cloud Plus)
• GCLD (GIAC Cloud Security Essentials)
• GCSA (GIAC Cloud Security Automation)

Project Management

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM)