Cloud Engineer

Kaizen Approach, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks of PTO

11 holidays

401k profit sharing

Paid training

Comprehensive healthcare

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Maryland is seeking a Cloud Engineer to deploy and manage a CloudOps platform in classified environments. Responsibilities include integrating AWS/Azure systems, leading platform lifecycle activities, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance and experience with Kubernetes and governance controls. The position offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits package including 4 weeks of PTO and 11 holidays.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required.
• Experience in deploying and managing a CloudOps platform.
• Knowledge of FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and DoD SRG frameworks.
• Manage infrastructure components including Kubernetes, Helm, containers, and databases.
• Implement governance controls, policy enforcement, and FinOps aligned to mission needs.
• Ensure FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and DoD SRG compliance; support and maintain ATO status.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and sustain a CloudOps platform within classified environments.
• Lead platform buildout and lifecycle management activities.
• Ensure compliance with federal standards and maintain ATO status.

Skills

CloudOps platform deployment

AWS and Azure integration

Kubernetes management

Tier 3 escalation support

Governance controls implementation

Collaboration with delivery teams

Collaboration with leadership

Tools

Kubernetes

Helm

Job description

Kaizen Approach is currently seeking a Cloud Engineer to deploy, configure, and sustain a CloudOps platform within classified cloud environments. In this role, you will securely integrate the platform across AWS and/or Azure classified regions in alignment with federal compliance standards. You will also lead platform buildout and lifecycle management activities, including deployment, upgrades, patching, and Tier 3 escalation support. This position involves managing underlying infrastructure components such as Kubernetes, Helm, containerized services, associated databases, governance controls, policy enforcement, and FinOps controls while ensuring compliance with FedRAMP, NIST 800‑53, and DoD SRG frameworks and supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) status. You will work in a secure environment supporting critical mission objectives.

Requirements

• Must have the ability to deploy, configure, and sustain a CloudOps platform within classified cloud environments.
• Must possess the ability to securely integrate the platform across AWS and/or Azure classified regions in alignment with federal compliance standards.
• Must be capable of leading platform buildout and lifecycle management activities, including deployment, upgrades, patching, and Tier 3 escalation support.
• Must have the ability to manage underlying infrastructure components including Kubernetes, Helm, containerized services, and associated databases.
• Must possess the ability to implement governance controls, policy enforcement mechanisms, and FinOps controls aligned to mission requirements.
• Must be capable of ensuring compliance with FedRAMP, NIST 800‑53, and DoD SRG frameworks and supporting and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) status in coordination with Government Authorizing Officials.
• Must have the ability to collaborate with the Delivery Manager to align technical execution with mission priorities while maintaining platform stability, security, and scalability.
• Working knowledge of FedRAMP, NIST 800‑53, and DoD SRG frameworks, with experience supporting or maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with program leadership and stakeholders to align technical execution with mission priorities while maintaining platform stability, security, and scalability.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required.

Salary Range: A variety of factors can impact the final salary offered, including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant work experience, specialized skills and competencies, education, and certifications.

About Kaizen Approach

At Kaizen Approach, we truly care about our team, offering flexibility for a balanced life, competitive compensation, and a robust benefits package that supports you and your family. We prioritize well‑being with premium healthcare, financial and family support, retirement planning, and ongoing learning. With 4 weeks of PTO, 11 holidays, gifted 401k, profit sharing, and paid training, we’re committed to your growth and happiness—both at work and beyond!

Kaizen Approach is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.