Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Engg; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 103,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure supporting mission workloads. You’ll build infrastructure-as-code, deploy containerized environments, and configure security controls while growing into greater design ownership.

You will work with senior engineers, using Terraform/CloudFormation/Ansible, Docker and Kubernetes, Python or shell scripting, to ensure scalable, secure, and compliant deployments in AWS or

Qualifications

• 3+ years deploying, managing or securing cloud apps (AWS/Azure or similar) with IaC, containers, and scripting.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Engineering or 4+ years relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• DoD 8140 compliance (Security+, CISSP, CASP or equivalent) required.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain cloud infra across environments (compute, storage, networking).
• Develop infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible) for repeatable deployments.
• Configure identity, access, and network security in cloud environments.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and containerized workloads (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and respond to incidents; ensure STIG compliance.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure

IaC

Containerization

Scripting

Security & STIG

CI/CD

Python/Bash/PowerShell

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years experience

DoD 8140 compliance knowledge

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Python

PowerShell

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

Job Description

Accenture Federal Services is looking for a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure supporting the program's mission workloads. You'll build infrastructure-as-code, deploy and maintain containerized environments, and configure networking and security controls, working alongside senior engineers as you grow into greater design ownership.

What You'll Own

• Cloud infrastructure deployment and maintenance across supported environments, including compute, storage, and networking
• Infrastructure-as-code development (Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible) for consistent, repeatable deployments
• Identity, access, and network security configuration across cloud environments
• CI/CD pipeline support and containerized workload deployment (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident response for supported infrastructure
• Security control implementation and STIG compliance checks for owned systems

What You'll Deliver

• Infrastructure delivered as version-controlled, repeatable infrastructure-as-code rather than manual configuration
• Containerized applications deployed and running reliably in supported environments
• Documented infrastructure decisions, runbooks, and operational procedures
• Timely resolution of infrastructure incidents, escalated appropriately when complexity exceeds scope
• Security controls implemented and verified against required baselines

Here's What You Need

• 3+ years of experience deploying, managing, or securing applications in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, or similar) - including infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible), containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes), and scripting for automation (Python, Bash, or PowerShell)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or 4+ years of relevant job or military experience in lieu of degree
• DoD 8140 compliance (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CASP, or equivalent)

Bonus Points

• If You Have Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack)
• Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience with multiple cloud environments, including Oracle or Azure alongside AWS
• Experience integrating AI/ML services into cloud environments
• Familiarity with National Security systems and air-gapped environments

Security Requirements

• Active TS clearance required; SCI preferred

Compensation

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is: $103,200 - $196,400 USD

Benefits

Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits.

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement. Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affialitative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employ