Senior Cloud Engineer

Leidos; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos, in the Defense Sector, seeks a Senior Cloud Engineer to lead Azure coaching for DoD teams on a high-velocity program. You will train, mentor, and provide hands-on support to optimize cloud solutions while ensuring DoD compliance and secure deployments.

The role emphasizes on-site work with primary location in Omaha, NE, and consideration for candidates near Lorton, VA. Strong cloud, DevOps, and leadership skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud solutions for DoD programs.
• Understanding of DoD security/compliance requirements for cloud services.
• Proven experience applying Agile and DevOps in cloud projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead Azure training sessions and workshops for DoD applications.
• Provide one-on-one coaching on cloud architecture, development and deployment.
• Assist design and implementation of Azure-based solutions meeting security requirements.
• Evaluate team skills and create learning plans to close gaps.
• Collaborate with project managers to align cloud strategies with goals.
• Stay updated on Azure and DoD cloud policies to guide teams.
• Foster knowledge sharing to grow team expertise.

Skills

Azure cloud

DoD compliance

Agile methodologies

DevOps practices

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Azure DevOps

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Description

The Defense Sector at Leidos is looking for an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to support a fast-paced program with the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. We are seeking an experienced Azure Coach to guide our Department of Defense (DoD) program teams in leveraging Microsoft Azure to optimize their cloud solutions. The ideal candidate will facilitate training, provide hands‑on support, and promote best practices in cloud development and deployment. This role is crucial for enhancing team capabilities, ensuring compliance with DoD standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role offers an exciting opportunity to impact the effectiveness of cloud strategies within a large Air Force weapons system, ensuring that teams are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

This position does require on-site work, and the primary location is in Omaha, NE. Candidates located near Lorton, VA will also be considered.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct training sessions and workshops on Azure services and best practices tailored for DoD applications.
• Provide one‑on‑one coaching to teams on cloud architecture, development, and deployment processes.
• Assist in the design and implementation of Azure‑based solutions that meet security and compliance requirements.
• Evaluate team skills and identify areas for improvement, creating customized learning plans.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to align cloud strategies with organizational goals.
• Stay updated on Azure advancements and DoD cloud computing policies to provide relevant guidance.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing among team members to enhance collective expertise.

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizen with at least an active Top Secret security clearance and the ability to obtain a SCI prior to your start date.
• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of experience or a Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience. Additional years of experience will be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Proven experience in cloud computing, specifically with Microsoft Azure.
• Understanding of DoD compliance and security requirements for cloud services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coach and mentor teams.
• Experience in Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• US Citizen with an active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Experience with Air Force Life Cycle Management Center programs.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or similar certification.
• Familiarity with the deployment and maintenance of Azure Cloud Edge devices on classified networks.
• Experience developing enterprise solutions on classified cloud environments, especially Azure US Government Secret or TS.
• Previous experience working with DoD or government projects.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) in Azure.
• Experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of cloud governance and cost management practices.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing environments.

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Pay Range

Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.