GCP Engineer

Accenture PLC; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services seeks a GCP Engineer to build, automate, and run a secure Google Cloud platform for federal customers. You will be hands-on in an Agile team, turning architecture standards into reliable infrastructure while ensuring compliance and enabling seamless onboarding for new customers.

Responsibilities include configuring GCP services, writing Terraform IaC, and building CI/CD pipelines with security checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 5-7 years of cloud/platform/infrastructure engineering experience, including 2-3 years with Google Cloud.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform or similar IaC tool.
• Experience building CI/CD pipelines with GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Cloud Build.
• Knowledge of GCP IAM, VPC networking, and Kubernetes.
• Scripting in Python or Bash.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools.
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP or similar security frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Configure and operate Google Cloud services including networking, IAM, and Kubernetes (GKE).
• Write and maintain infrastructure as code in Terraform and build CI/CD pipelines with security checks.
• Monitor the platform, troubleshoot issues, and identify root causes.
• Apply security controls aligned to NIST and FedRAMP; fix vulnerabilities and provide audit evidence.
• Set up environments for new customers and assist with technical questions.
• Automate repetitive tasks, document work, and share learnings with the team.

Skills

Cloud engineering

GCP

CI/CD pipelines

Terraform

Scripting (Python/Bash)

Security & compliance

Communication

Monitoring & logging

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or equivalent

Tools

GitLab CI

GitHub Actions

Cloud Build

GKE

Terraform

Job description

The Job:

We are looking for a GCP Engineer to help build, automate, and run a secure Google Cloud platform that supports federal customers. You will be a hands-on member of an Agile team, turning architecture standards into working infrastructure, keeping it reliable and compliant, and helping new customers get up and running on the platform.

What You Will Do:

• Configure and operate Google Cloud services, including networking, identity and access management, and Kubernetes (GKE)
• Write and maintain infrastructure as code in Terraform and build CI/CD pipelines with security checks included
• Monitor the platform, troubleshoot issues, and find root causes
• Apply security controls aligned to NIST and FedRAMP, fix vulnerabilities, and provide evidence for audits
• Set up environments for new customers and work with them to resolve technical questions
• Automate repetitive tasks, document your work, and share what you learn with the team

Here’s What You Need:

• 5-7 years of experience in cloud, platform, or infrastructure engineering, including 2-3 years working hands-on with Google Cloud
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Hands-on experience with Terraform or a similar infrastructure as code tool
• Experience building CI/CD pipelines with tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Cloud Build
• Working knowledge of GCP IAM, VPC networking, and Kubernetes
• Scripting skills in Python or Bash
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools
• Working familiarity with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, or similar security frameworks from prior work in a regulated environment
• Clear communication and a methodical approach to solving problems

Would Be Nice To Have:

• Google Professional Cloud Engineer, HashiCorp Terraform Associate, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or Security+ certification
• Experience onboarding customers onto a shared cloud platform
• Experience supporting federal or other highly regulated environments, including Public Trust
• Experience working in Agile, PI-based planning

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, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. 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. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is: $95,900-$162,300 USD

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 Affidavit Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

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