Cloud Engineer with Security Clearance

JCS Solutions LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 155,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

401k with match

Professional development

Job summary

JCS Solutions LLC is seeking a Cloud Engineer III to design, implement, and sustain secure, scalable cloud environments across AWS and Azure for the DISA O&M program. You will lead Tier 3 activities, automate infrastructure, and guide modernization efforts in DoD mission-critical systems.

US Citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance are required. Fort Meade, MD location; salary range $155,000–$170,000 with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher.
• US Citizenship required.
• 12+ years of relevant cloud engineering experience in enterprise environments.
• Experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure.
• Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform, ARM/Bicep, or CloudFormation.
• Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Collaborate with security, operations, and architecture teams to meet DoD standards.
• Monitor and optimize performance, reliability, and cost of cloud environments.

Skills

Cloud engineering

AWS

Azure

IaC

CI/CD

DevSecOps

IAM

Security

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Terraform

ARM/Bicep

CloudFormation

Ansible

PowerShell

Azure Functions

Kubernetes

Docker

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Summary

Grow, innovate, and generate progress: Harness your expertise to solve challenges and celebrate success! JCS Solutions LLC is seeking a Cloud Engineer III to support the Defense Enclave Services (DES) Operations & Maintenance (O&M) program, a major digital modernization initiative supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and Department of Defense (DoD) Fourth Estate customers. In this role, you will design, implement, automate, secure, and sustain enterprise cloud environments across Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. You will serve as a Tier 3 cloud engineering resource, providing advanced technical leadership, troubleshooting, and operational support for mission‑critical infrastructure and applications that directly support federal defense missions. This position is ideal for a cloud professional with deep expertise in cloud architecture, infrastructure automation, security, and enterprise operations within complex, large‑scale environments. US Citizenship is required. US Clearance: Active DoD Secret clearance or higher is required to be considered.

Position Location: Ft Meade, MD

Salary Range: $155,000 to $170,000.

What’s in it for you

• Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.
• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.
• Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high‑performing team environment.
• A robust benefits package:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401k retirement plan with employer match
• Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program
• And more!

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable cloud infrastructure solutions across AWS and Microsoft Azure environments.
• Deploy, manage, and optimize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using automation and orchestration tools.
• Support enterprise cloud modernization efforts, including the migration of on‑premises applications, services, and workloads to cloud environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex Tier 3 cloud infrastructure, networking, identity, and application‑related issues.
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and architecture teams to ensure cloud solutions align with enterprise standards, security requirements, and mission objectives.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of highly available, resilient, and scalable cloud environments.
• Develop, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes to improve operational efficiency.
• Implement and enforce cloud security best practices and compliance requirements in accordance with DoD and Federal cybersecurity frameworks.
• Monitor and optimize cloud environments to improve performance, reliability, availability, and cost efficiency.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, engineering standards, operational procedures, and system runbooks.
• Support continuous service improvement initiatives to enhance cloud operations, user experience, and overall platform performance within the Defense Enclave Services (DES) environment.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers and operations personnel.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience; additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Hands‑on experience designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise cloud solutions in AWS and/or Microsoft Azure environments.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, ARM/Bicep, or AWS CloudFormation.
• Experience implementing automation solutions using tools such as Ansible, PowerShell, Azure Functions, or similar technologies.
• Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and working within DevSecOps environments.
• Understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM/ICAM) technologies, including Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), Okta, CyberArk, or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of cloud networking, virtualization, storage, and security principles.
• Familiarity with Federal cybersecurity and compliance frameworks, including NIST, FedRAMP, and FISMA.
• Experience supporting enterprise production environments in an Operations & Maintenance (O&M) capacity.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional and distributed teams.
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CySA+, CCNA‑Security, or equivalent).
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

How you will wow us

• AWS, Azure, or other cloud certifications.
• Experience supporting DISA, DoD, or other Federal enterprise environments.
• Experience leading cloud migration, modernization, or hybrid cloud initiatives.
• Strong Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, and DevSecOps experience.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust, ICAM, and Federal cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker, or similar container platforms.
• Familiarity with Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with enterprise monitoring, logging, and cloud governance tools.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical challenges and drive scalable solutions.
• Passion for mentoring teammates and sharing technical expertise.

Company Culture

JCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high‑quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise‑wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government. At JCS, we elevate our customers’ mission through the application of technology and professional services.

Core Values

• Customer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients
• Innovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions
• Accountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery
• Inspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process
• Integrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time!
• Stewardship: The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to our care.

At JCS Solutions, compensation is based on a number of factors such as location, qualifications, and applicable contract terms. The general salary range for this position is as follows: $155,000 to $170,000.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.