Cloud Engineer @ ICF

Cyber Crime; United States; Remote; USD 81,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider is seeking a skilled Cloud Engineer to support mission-critical government systems. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cloud solutions architecture, security compliance, and experience with major cloud platforms like AWS and Azure. This role promises dynamic challenges in a fast-paced environment focused on optimizing and securing cloud infrastructures.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in cloud platforms.
• Must achieve relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect.
• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card required.

Responsibilities

• Design and modernize secure, scalable cloud infrastructure.
• Implement IaaS, PaaS, SaaS architectures using IaC tools.
• Lead troubleshooting and incident response for various system issues.

Skills

Cloud Infrastructure

Security Best Practices

Problem Solving

Analytical Thinking

Networking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Terraform

AWS CloudFormation

Kubernetes

Docker

GitLab CI

Ansible

Job description

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Please note: This role is contingent upon contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.

The Work We are seeking a skilled and security-focused Cloud Engineer to support mission-critical systems for our federal government client. The ideal candidate will have experience architecting, deploying, and managing cloud solutions in compliance with government cybersecurity frameworks such as FedRAMP, NIST, and DoD SRG.

Job Location: Remote

What You Will Do:

Design and modernize secure, scalable cloud infrastructure usingAWS (GovCloud)andMicrosoft Azure, in alignment with FDA architectural and security standards

ImplementIaaS, PaaS, SaaS, andserverlessarchitectures usingInfrastructure as Code (IaC)tools likeTerraform,AWS CloudFormation, orAzure Resource Manager.

Develop and managecloud-native applicationsusingcontainers,microservices, andAPIs, orchestrated viaKubernetesandRed Hat OpenShift.

Automate build, test, deployment, and monitoring pipelines using CI/CD tools such asGitLab CI,Jenkins,Ansible, andDocker.

IntegrateDevSecOps practiceswith security controls applied early in the SDLC, following aZero Trust Architecture model andRBACstandards.

Ensure systems meet compliance requirements underNIST SP 800-53,FISMA,FedRAMP, andFDA cybersecurity and governance policies.

Monitor and optimize systemperformance, availability, scalability, andcost-efficiencyacross multiple environments (Dev, Test, Pre-Prod, Prod).

SupportATO (Authority to Operate)processes by producing technical documentation, conducting security assessments, and collaborating with FDA cybersecurity teams.

Lead troubleshooting and incident response for performance issues, outages, and unexpected behavior across modernized and legacy systems.

Contribute to system modernization planning, toolchain development, and technical roadmaps for transitioning legacy systems to cloud-native environments.

What You Will Bring With You:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or other related scientific or technical discipline

3–5+ years of experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

3+ years of basic experience with basic networking technologies

US Citizenship or Green Card required due to federal contract requirements

Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.

MUST RESIDE IN THE United States (U.S.) and the work MUST BE PERFORMED in the United States (U.S.)

What We Would Like You To Bring With You:

Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Administrator, CompTIA Security+, CISSP).

Master’s degree in related field

Experience working in Agile or DevSecOps environments.

Experience with building full-stack web-based enterprise systems

Experience with SQL and database development

Strong understanding of networking, identity & access management, and cloud security best practices.

Familiarity with federal security standards such as FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST SP 800-53.

Professional Skills:

Highly effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively at all levels of the business.

Organized, detailed oriented and able to prioritize and multi-task.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

Please note: This role is contingent upon contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.

The Work We are seeking a skilled and security-focused Cloud Engineer to support mission-critical systems for our federal government client. The ideal candidate will have experience architecting, deploying, and managing cloud solutions in compliance with government cybersecurity frameworks such as FedRAMP, NIST, and DoD SRG.

Job Location: Remote

What You Will Do:

• Design and modernize secure, scalable cloud infrastructure usingAWS (GovCloud)andMicrosoft Azure, in alignment with FDA architectural and security standards

• ImplementIaaS, PaaS, SaaS, andserverlessarchitectures usingInfrastructure as Code (IaC)tools likeTerraform,AWS CloudFormation, orAzure Resource Manager.

• Develop and managecloud-native applicationsusingcontainers,microservices, andAPIs, orchestrated viaKubernetesandRed Hat OpenShift.

• Automate build, test, deployment, and monitoring pipelines using CI/CD tools such asGitLab CI,Jenkins,Ansible, andDocker.

• IntegrateDevSecOps practiceswith security controls applied early in the SDLC, following aZero Trust Architecture model andRBACstandards.

• Ensure systems meet compliance requirements underNIST SP 800-53,FISMA,FedRAMP, andFDA cybersecurity and governance policies.

• Monitor and optimize systemperformance, availability, scalability, andcost-efficiencyacross multiple environments (Dev, Test, Pre-Prod, Prod).

• SupportATO (Authority to Operate)processes by producing technical documentation, conducting security assessments, and collaborating with FDA cybersecurity teams.

• Lead troubleshooting and incident response for performance issues, outages, and unexpected behavior across modernized and legacy systems.

• Contribute to system modernization planning, toolchain development, and technical roadmaps for transitioning legacy systems to cloud-native environments.
  

What You Will Bring With You:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or other related scientific or technical discipline

• 3–5+ years of experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• 3+ years of basic experience with basic networking technologies

• US Citizenship or Green Card required due to federal contract requirements

• Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.

• MUST RESIDE IN THE United States (U.S.) and the work MUST BE PERFORMED in the United States (U.S.)

What We Would Like You To Bring With You:

• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Administrator, CompTIA Security+, CISSP).

• Master’s degree in related field

• Experience working in Agile or DevSecOps environments.

• Experience with building full-stack web-based enterprise systems

• Experience with SQL and database development

• Strong understanding of networking, identity & access management, and cloud security best practices.

• Familiarity with federal security standards such as FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST SP 800-53.

Professional Skills:

• Highly effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively at all levels of the business.

• Organized, detailed oriented and able to prioritize and multi-task.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please [e-mail] and we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail] . Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$81,094.00 - $201,840.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

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