Cloud Systems Engineer

Cherokee Nation Businesses; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Cloud Systems Engineer, where you will design and automate cloud infrastructure using cutting-edge technologies. This role focuses on enhancing cloud environment availability and efficiency through Infrastructure as Code, leveraging tools like Terraform and Ansible. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges and support a security-focused environment. With a commitment to veterans and a culture of continuous improvement, this position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to meaningful projects that impact federal clients. If you are passionate about cloud technology and automation, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a security-focused environment.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation of routine tasks.
• Ability to design and deliver Infrastructure as Code.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver Infrastructure as Code to enhance cloud environments.
• Automate tasks to improve consistency and reduce toil.
• Support incident response and perform root-cause analysis.

Skills

Scripting Languages (PowerShell, Bash)

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)

Configuration Management (Ansible)

Cloud Providers (Azure, AWS)

Security+ Certification

Problem-Solving

Collaboration Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Azure

AWS

Job description

This position requires an active TS / Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.

Criterion Systems is seeking a mid-level Cloud Systems Engineer for our Operations, Infrastructure & Support Engineering Group. The role focuses on building and maintaining tooling and infrastructure used to automate release, deployment, and upgrade processes for base cloud infrastructure.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $95,000 - $151,000

Pay is commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and others, subject to change.

Responsibilities include:

1. Design, develop, and deliver Infrastructure as Code software to enhance cloud environment availability, scalability, latency, and efficiency.
2. Develop deployment jobs supporting a continuously security-updated environment.
3. Participate in design and architecture discussions, building environments using Infrastructure as Code with Terraform and configuration management tools like Ansible.
4. Automate repetitive tasks to improve consistency and reduce toil.
5. Support incident response, perform root-cause analysis, and promote a blameless post-mortem culture.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Active TS / SCI clearance with willingness to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph.
• At least four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering.
• Security+ Certification or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• Experience in a security-focused environment.
• Proficiency with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash).
• Experience with configuration management tools like Ansible and Terraform.
• Flexibility in problem-solving, quick learner, customer-focused.
• Strong collaboration skills.
• Ability to automate routine tasks.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with Azure, AWS, or similar cloud providers.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Criterion is part of Cherokee Federal, owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. We serve over 60 federal clients, focusing on building a brighter future and solving complex challenges. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian roles are encouraged to apply.

Similar Job Titles:

• Software Engineer
• Infrastructure Engineer
• Cloud Engineer
• Computer Scientist
• Cloud Systems Administrator

Legal Disclaimer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to veteran status, disability, or other protected categories. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications for government access and be a US Citizen with an active TS/SCI clearance.