Government and Infrastructure - Digital Engineering - Cloud Modernization Engineer

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EY is seeking a Cloud Modernization Engineer for Government and Infrastructure in the McLean area to drive cloud strategy and migration as part of the Digital Engineering team. You will lead hosting assessments, define migration approaches, and implement IaC to enable secure cloud platforms.

You will work across AWS/Azure, containers, Terraform/Bicep, and Zero Trust controls while coordinating with security and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
• 2-3 years of experience in cloud, infrastructure or DevOps roles.
• Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure across compute, networking, storage, identity and monitoring services.
• Infrastructure-as-Code experience with Terraform (or Bicep/CloudFormation).
• Experience with containers (Docker) and working knowledge of Kubernetes.
• Networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing, firewalls and private connectivity.
• Linux and Windows Server administration.
• Scripting in PowerShell, Bash or Python.

Responsibilities

• Inventory and assess current hosting for each application—on-premises data centers, VM infra, AWS/Azure, Kubernetes or container platforms.
• Evaluate cloud readiness and identify blockers.
• Define target hosting patterns and migration approaches and produce estimates.
• Build, configure and operate secure cloud environment for the AI-enabled assessment platform.
• Develop and maintain Terraform/Bicep modules and templates.
• Apply Zero Trust and NIST SP 800-53 controls to designs and docs.
• Implement observability and cost monitoring; right-size resources.
• Identify shared-platform dependencies affecting migration sequencing.
• Document architectures, configurations and runbooks.

Skills

AWS/Azure experience

Terraform/Bicep/CF

Docker

Kubernetes

Networking fundamentals

Linux Admin

Windows Server Admin

Scripting (PowerShell/Bash/Python)

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, computer engineering or related field

Tools

Terraform

Bicep

CloudFormation

AKS/EKS/OpenShift

Job description

Government and Infrastructure - Digital Engineering - Cloud Modernization Engineer

Location: McLean

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Oct 6, 2026

Requisition ID: 1749585

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Government and Infrastructure – Technology Consulting - Digital Engineering – Cloud Modernization Engineer

From strategy to execution, the Government & Infrastructure practice of Ernst & Young providesa full range of consulting and audit servicesto help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military, veterans and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need.

The opportunity

Our Digital Engineering practice is helping organizations solve complex problems through purpose-led transformation. To achieve this mission, a diverse and talented team from around the globe are creating innovative digital experiences that help our clients succeed and thrive.

Your key responsibilities

• Inventory and assess current hosting for each application — on-premises data centers, virtualized (VM) infrastructure, AWS and Azure environments, and Kubernetes or container platforms — including operating systems, middleware, runtime versions and infrastructure dependencies.
• Evaluate cloud readiness and identify blockers such as operating system or runtime currency, licensing, network dependencies, data-handling constraints and performance requirements.
• Define target hosting patterns and migration approaches (rehost, replatform, containerize, or refactor to cloud-native and managed platform services) and produce effort, cost and run-rate estimates.
• Build, configure and operate the secure cloud environment for the AI-enabled assessment platform in a FedRAMP-authorized government cloud region, including virtual networks, private endpoints, network security groups, managed identities, role-based access control, key management, logging and monitoring.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform or Bicep) modules and environment templates that can be reused across later modernization waves.
• Apply Zero Trust principles and NIST SP 800-53 control requirements to environment designs and produce the architecture and security documentation needed to support authorization.
• Implement observability and cost monitoring; right-size resources and manage cloud consumption.
• Identify shared-platform and infrastructure dependencies (middleware, identity, integration, backup and disaster recovery) that affect rationalization and sequencing decisions.
• Document architectures, configurations and operational runbooks.

Skills and attributes for success

• Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure across compute, networking, storage, identity and monitoring services.
• Infrastructure-as-Code experience with Terraform (or Bicep/CloudFormation).
• Experience with containers (Docker) and working knowledge of Kubernetes.
• Networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing, firewalls and private connectivity.
• Linux and Windows Server administration.
• Scripting in PowerShell, Bash or Python.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, computer engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
• 2-3 years of experience in cloud, infrastructure or DevOps roles (internships and co-ops considered).
• Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure across compute, networking, storage, identity and monitoring services.
• Infrastructure-as-Code experience with Terraform (or Bicep/CloudFormation).
• Experience with containers (Docker) and working knowledge of Kubernetes.
• Networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing, firewalls and private connectivity.
• Linux and Windows Server administration.
• Scripting in PowerShell, Bash or Python.
• Must be comfortable working in-person as needed in the Washington, DC area

Ideally, you'll also have

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Azure Government or AWS GovCloud experience; FedRAMP High environments.
• Configuration management with Ansible.
• Production Kubernetes experience (AKS, EKS or OpenShift).
• Cloud cost management (FinOps) practices.
• Certifications such as Microsoft AZ-104 or AZ-305, AWS Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or HashiCorp Terraform Associate.

What we offer you

At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job is:
• New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $91,800 to $137,700
• Bay Area California offices – $95,700 to $143,400
• All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $176,600 to $126,300
• Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

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