Cloud Engineer SME (TS/SCI with Poly Required)

GCI Incorporated; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GCI Incorporated is seeking engineers to design, develop, and deploy modular cloud-based systems for critical missions. You will work across data analytics, software development, and cyber operations while leveraging AWS, Docker, and open-source tools.

Join a team that values rigorous engineering, client collaboration, and agile delivery. A TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is often required for this role, with opportunities to impact multiple programs.

Qualifications

• Ability to design, develop, and deploy modular cloud-based systems.
• Experience developing software using Java, Python, C++, and Ruby.
• Experience with DevOps/CI/CD tools: GitHub, Jenkins.
• Experience with AWS services and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable cloud solutions for customers.
• Collaborate with teams using Agile Scrum methodologies.
• Interact with clients, provide cloud support, and recommend improvements.
• Identify and resolve infrastructure vulnerabilities and deployment issues.

Skills

Cloud design

Java

Python

C++

Ruby

AWS

DevOps

Docker

GitHub

Jenkins

Agile Scrum

REST APIs

Tools

CloudFormation

Ansible

Kubernetes

Job description

GCI embodies excellence, integrity and professionalism. The employees supporting our customers deliver unique, high-value mission solutions while effectively leverage the technological expertise of our valued workforce to meet critical mission requirements in the areas of Data Analytics and Software Development, Engineering, Targeting and Analysis, Operations, Training, and Cyber Operations. We maximize opportunities for success by building and maintaining trusted and reliable partnerships with our customers and industry.

Work Requirements

• Ability to design, develop, and deploy modular cloud‑based systems
• Experience developing software using Java, Python, C++, and Rukby
• Strong programming skills for accurate code interpretation and implementation
• Experience with DevOps / Platforms: AWS (S3, RDS, EC2, ECS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, CloudFormation, Docker, Ansible, etc.)
• Documented experience with Open‑source technology, Software development, and System engineering
• Experience using DevOps tools for CI/CD: GitHub, Jenkins
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve Infrastructure vulnerabilities, and Application deployment issues
• Regularly review existing systems and recommend improvements and cost efficiencies
• Develop and maintain cloud solutions aligned with customer best practices
• Experience working on Agile Scrum development teams
• Ability to interact with clients, provide cloud support, and make recommendations
• Strong understanding of: Web services, APIs, REST

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes and artifact collection
• Ability to troubleshoot and support COTS and GOTS applications in Windows/Azure environments
• A candidate must be a US Citizen and requires an active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans