Cloud Engineer

Apogee Engineering, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Apogee Engineering, LLC is seeking a senior Cloud Engineer for the SOF AT&L program at MacDill AFB, FL. The role focuses on cloud, DevSecOps, and enterprise software integration across multi-cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in technical engineering, DoD experience, and RMF knowledge, with strong Kubernetes and Agile SAFe implementation skills. On-site position, requiring TS/SCI eligibility and U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Clearance: TS w/SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s in a technical field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of technical engineering experience, including: 5+ years DoD experience; 3+ years in Cloud architecture/Kubernetes/DevSecOps; experience modernizing enterprise IT; RMF experience; software and systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert engineering leadership for Cloud, DevSecOps, and enterprise software integration.
• Review engineering change proposals and DoDAF artifacts; assess multi-Cloud operations.
• Apply RMF knowledge to ensure security and accreditation compliance.
• Advise on Cloud platform selection and Kubernetes orchestration.
• Lead Agile SAFe ceremonies and cross-team coordination.
• Support DoD software testing methodologies and required documentation.
• Coordinate with managers, budget personnel, and stakeholders.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Cloud architecture

Kubernetes

DevSecOps

Agile SAFe

RMF compliance

Systems integration

DoD experience

Multi-cloud

Security controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Master’s degree in a technical field

Tools

CIS Benchmarks

Test automation tools

Job description

Overview

Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Cloud Engineer in support of Special Operations Forces Acquisition, Technology and Logistics (SOF AT&L) Program Executive Office for Software Development & Acquisition (PEO-SDA).

PEO-SDA delivers operational software and digital platforms across multiple networks to automate complex SOF workflows and rapidly close capability gaps. By partnering with USSOCOM S&T and leveraging external investments and best practices, SDA matures and transitions emerging technologies into fielded capabilities while increasing SOF buying power. The organization operates in real-world exercises and experiments to ensure solutions work in complex operational environments, and it advances secure modern delivery through accredited DevSecOps infrastructure, rapid prototyping approaches, and scalable digital ecosystem, intelligence, and mission command applications.

This is a full-time position located at MacDill AFB, FL

Responsibilities

• Provides expert-level engineering leadership in support of SOF enterprise modernization efforts, with responsibility for complex multi-discipline engineering activities supporting Cloud, DevSecOps, and enterprise software integration.
• Completes advanced engineering demand tasks including reviewing engineering change proposals, conducting evaluations of DoDAF artifacts, analyzing Cloud architectures, and assessing operations in multi-Cloud environments.
• Applies extensive knowledge of RMF within Cloud architectures to ensure enterprise solutions adhere to security and accreditation requirements.
• Serves as a senior technical advisor on Kubernetes orchestration, deployment patterns, and Cloud-native architectures; provides expert-level analysis of strengths and weaknesses of major Cloud Platforms and their applicability to SOF Cloud Operations.
• Provides expert guidance on Cloud platform selection and design based on mission requirements, operational environment, performance considerations, and security constraints.
• Engages in advanced Agile SAFe-aligned software development activities; leads and participates in Agile ceremonies; utilizes SAFe management tools to guide backlog refinement, PI planning, and cross-team coordination.
• Applies significant software and/or systems integration experience within SOF or IC environments to ensure alignment with mission needs and enterprise technical baselines.
• Possesses a midlevel understanding of networking concepts and applies advanced tools to document and analyze complex technical tasks, including implementation of Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks and controls within enterprise engineering solutions.
• Conducts and supports DoD software testing methodologies, including evaluation of test plans, scripts, results, and required documentation for enterprise-grade systems—preferably within SOF or IC mission contexts.
• Employs and evaluates state-of-the-art information technology, environmental engineering technologies, and Cloud-native frameworks, integrating them into system planning, design, operation, and modernization strategies.
• Supports development, planning, and management of enterprise-level system engineering efforts, coordinating with organizational managers, engineering authorities, budget personnel, and mission stakeholders.
• Provides advanced inputs and recommendations for status briefings, engineering reports, and leadership updates on assigned programs and technical efforts.
• Conducts market research, technology scouting, and evaluations of emerging technologies relevant to SOF missions.
• Performs surveillance of design, development, integration, and production activities on behalf of government counterparts, ensuring compliance with approved engineering processes.
• Identifies engineering deficiencies, evaluates impacts, and recommends corrective actions based on detailed examination and trend analysis of engineering performance data.
• Coordinates and participates in technical reviews, readiness assessments, and engineering decision forums across multi-disciplinary teams.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Clearance: Must possess and maintain a TS w/SCI eligibility.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field (Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cloud Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline). Master’s Degree in any field (technical preferred).

Years of Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of technical engineering experience to include:

• 5+ years of DoD experience (SOF or IC preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in Cloud architecture, Kubernetes, enterprise DevSecOps, or similar technical areas.
• Experience integrating and modernizing enterprise IT systems, preferably in SOF or IC operational environments.
• Experience applying RMF to Cloud architectures, containerized workloads, and enterprise IT systems.
• Experience with software integration, systems integration, mission system engineering, and complex systems-of-systems environments.

Additional InformationLocation: MacDill AFB, FLOn-Site/Hybrid/Remote: On-SiteTravel: 10%