Lead Cloud Systems Engineer (2026-0136)

acclaimtechnicalservices; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclaim Technical Services, located in Chantilly, VA, is seeking a Cloud Systems Engineer with a TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to support critical programs. The role involves designing and deploying AWS-based cloud infrastructure, collaborating with team members, and contributing to system performance improvements.

Candidates should have strong systems engineering knowledge, with 7-14 years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Opportunities for international travel are expected, enhancing this exciting role.

Qualifications

• 7-14 years of experience in systems engineering or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles and methodologies.
• 30-40% international travel required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, implementation, and integration of systems.
• Contribute to the development of innovative solutions.
• Perform system testing, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements.
• Develop and maintain system documentation.
• Conduct regular system audits and generate reports.
• Provide technical support to other team members.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Systems engineering principles

AWS and Terraform

Java

MongoDB

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Tools

Cloud infrastructure tools

Simulation and analysis tools

Job description

Acclaim Technical Services founded in 2000 is a leading cyber operations, intelligence solutions and operations, network infrastructure, engineering and business enablement and enterprise operations company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.

We are actively hiring a Cloud Systems Engineer with a TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to support a program in Chantilly, VA. In this role you will design and deploy AWS based cloud infrastructure globally.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist in the design, implementation, and integration of systems under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Contribute to the development of innovative solutions to improve system performance and reliability.
• Perform system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure system specifications are met.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and user manuals.
• Conduct regular system audits and generate reports to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other team members.
• Ensure systems are designed and maintained following best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system capabilities and efficiency.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and recommend enhancements to current systems.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; 4 years of additional experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• 7-14 years of experience in systems engineering or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles and methodologies.
• Experience with system modeling, simulation, and analysis tools.
• Experience with AWS and Terraform for cloud solutions.
• Experience with Java.
• Experience integrating external hardware data into internal workflows using MongoDB.
• Experience integrating external database data into internal workflows using MongoDB.
• 30-40% international travel required.
• Must possess an active passport or be able to obtain one immediately upon hire.

Desired Skills:

• Proficiency in various programming and scripting languages is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.