Principal Cloud Engineer

Seneca Holdings; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Holdings in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Principal Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructures. You will work with various cloud services like AWS and Azure, focusing on security monitoring and compliance.

The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in cloud engineering, a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience, and proficiency with Infrastructure as Code. This role also supports complex cloud environments and involves collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in cloud engineering or development.
• Experience designing and deploying cloud-based solutions with DevOps tools.
• Familiarity with cloud template technologies and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Support AWS, Azure, Oracle, and GCP cloud services using IaC tools.
• Troubleshoot cloud issues while ensuring security best practices.
• Write and maintain automation scripts in PowerShell and Python.

Skills

Cloud engineering experience

DevOps tools expertise

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Scripting languages (PowerShell, Python)

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of IT experience

Tools

Terraform

Azure DevOps

GitLab

Docker

Job description

Seneca Technologies is part of the SNG portfolio of companies. SNG is Seneca Holdings' federal government contracting business that meets mission‑critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visit the website and follow us on LinkedIn.

Seneca Technologies is hiring a Principal Cloud Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, VA. The Principal Cloud Engineer will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructures in support of mission‑critical operations, with a strong focus on security monitoring and threat detection. This role supports complex cloud environments by leveraging modern DevOps tools and practices, collaborating across teams to solve technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Supporting AWS, Azure, Oracle, and GCP cloud services and infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM templates.
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to specific cloud environments while implementing cloud security best practices.
• Leveraging Azure data services, including Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Sentinel, to ensure security posture and compliance.
• Writing and maintaining automation scripts in PowerShell, Python, or Azure CLI and executing them using Logic Apps and Azure Functions.
• Configuring network security groups (NSGs), application gateways, and other network controls to protect cloud resources.
• Managing cloud compute, storage, networking, and database services while applying security compliance standards across the organization.
• Working with all stakeholders to ensure complete and functioning systems that meet all requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ additional years of IT experience in lieu of a degree
• 7+ years of hands‑on experience in cloud engineering and/or development
• Experience designing and deploying cloud‑based solutions using DevOps tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab, or Docker.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like ARM templates, Terraform, Ansible, or BICEP.
• Familiarity with cloud template technologies including GitHub Enterprise and architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman.
• Experience automating workflows using scripting tools such as PowerShell, Bash, Python, YAML, or JSON.
• Experience meeting security requirements in the Sponsor's environment or similar complex environments.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security) or the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with container technologies such as Kubernetes and experience with Google Cloud Platform.
• Understanding of Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS)-199, NIST SP 800‑53, NIST SP 800‑53A, NIST SP 800‑37, and DoD Cloud Security Requirements Guide
• Microsoft certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.

Clearance Requirements

• An active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti‑discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.