Remote Principal Cloud Engineer - Azure & DevOps (VA)

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG); Blacksburg (VA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Cloud Computing Engineer Principal to lead Azure cloud architecture andDevOps modernization for VA environments. The role emphasizes security, governance, and scalable cloud design in a remote-capable setup.

The ideal candidate has extensive Azure experience, strong scripting and IaC skills, and the ability to mentor engineers while delivering compliant cloud solutions. Public Trust clearance readiness is valued.

Qualifications

• Proven Azure design, deployment, and management experience.
• Experience with large-scale, highly available cloud architectures.
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA, FedRAMP, NIST, GDPR, PCI DSS security controls.

Responsibilities

• Create cloud diagrams and architecture diagrams for VA cloud assets.
• Develop, deploy, and operate CI/CD automation for VAEC environments.
• Manage cloud permissions and access controls for apps and storage.
• Implement monitoring and ensure compliance with VA/federal policies.
• Provide cloud security documentation and guidance to teams.
• Lead DevOps modernization initiatives and mentor engineers.

Skills

Azure cloud design

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud security

Scripting: Python/PowerShell

IaC: ARM/Ansible

Monitoring: Azure Monitor

Networking: VNet/ExpressRoute

DevOps leadership

Cost management: FinOps

Documentation & governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Terraform

ARM Templates

Job description

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Cloud Computing Engineer Principal to lead Azure cloud architecture andDevOps modernization for VA environments. The role emphasizes security, governance, and scalable cloud design in a remote-capable setup.

The ideal candidate has extensive Azure experience, strong scripting and IaC skills, and the ability to mentor engineers while delivering compliant cloud solutions. Public Trust clearance readiness is valued.