Senior Cloud Engineer

SAIC; Scott Air Force Base (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) is seeking a skilled Cloud Engineer to join our team at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois. You will design, migrate, and optimize cloud architectures, leveraging AWS/Azure and ITSM tools to support USTRANSCOM operations under the MITS contract.

Requires 4+ years in cloud engineering, DoD clearance, and strong scripting (PowerShell/Bash). Expect collaboration with leadership on mission-critical cloud modernization initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4+ years in cloud engineering or IT systems.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• AWS Cloud Engineer Certification and experience operating AWS environments.
• IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CECCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP).
• Azure certifications preferred.
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and CLI administration.
• PowerShell/Bash scripting for automation.
• Knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) tool suites and Active Directory forests.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement next-generation commercial cloud architectures with a focus on security, scalability, resiliency, and operational excellence.
• Lead the migration, re-platforming, and integration of applications into cloud environments, focusing on modernization, automation, and process improvement.
• Apply your expertise in tools such as AWS, Azure, Linux, scripting languages like PowerShell/bash, and ITSM tools to create efficiencies that enable mission success.
• Ensure adherence to DoD cloud computing policies (e.g., IL5/IL6 Commercial Cloud Service Offerings).
• Take an active role in testing, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex cloud/virtualization systems while keeping pace with technological advancements.
• Conduct strategic analysis and provide actionable recommendations to maximize performance while minimizing costs.
• Assist with configuration management, hardening system security controls, and leveraging Active Directory forests, Group Policies, and STIGs to enforce compliance standards.
• Operate as a trusted technical advisor, consulting senior leadership while showcasing your expertise on scalable cloud solutions in high-stakes, mission-critical environments.

Skills

PowerShell/Bash scripting

Linux

Cloud engineering

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (BS/BA)

Tools

AWS GovCloud

Active Directory

ITSM tools

STIGs

Azure

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking askilled and motivated Cloud Engineerto join our team in supporting an IT Service Management (ITSM) effort for the U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) located atScott Air Force Base (AFB), Illinois. Be part of the prestigiousMITS (Managed Information Technology Services) contract, where innovation and modernization meet the critical demands of a Combatant Command tasked with enabling global logistics and mobility.

This is a career-defining opportunity to provide strategic, technical, and hands-on cloud engineering expertise toTCJ6, USTRANSCOM's tech-forward Command, Control, Communications & Cyber Systems Directorate. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting the operations, optimization, security, and modernization of mission-critical infrastructure, applications, and systems.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, design, andimplement next-generation commercial cloud architectureswith a focus onsecurity, scalability, resiliency, and operational excellence.
• Lead the migration, re-platforming, and integration of applications intocloud environments, focusing on modernization, automation, and process improvement.
• Apply your expertise in tools such asAWS,Azure, Linux, scripting languages likePowerShell/bash, and ITSM tools to createefficiencies that enable mission success.
• Ensure adherence to DoD cloud computing policies (e.g., guidelines forIL5/IL6 Commercial Cloud Service Offerings).
• Take an active role in testing, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex cloud/virtualization systems while keeping pace with technological advancements.

You’ll also have the opportunity to:

• Conductstrategic analysisand provide actionable recommendations to maximize performance while minimizing costs.
• Assist with configuration management, hardening system security controls, and leveragingActive Directory forests, Group Policies, and STIGsto enforce compliance standards.
• Operate as atrusted technical advisor, consulting senior leadership while showcasing your expertise on scalable cloud solutions in high-stakes, mission-critical environments.

This role offers flexibility withMonday-Friday daytime hourswhile also offering opportunities to support response efforts during emergencies or planned after-hours events.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BS/BA)and4+ years of experiencein cloud engineering, IT systems, or related fields.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Current certifications:
• AWS Cloud Engineer Certificationand experience operating AWS environments.
• IAT Level II certification(e.g., Security+, CECCNA-Security, CySA+ **, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP).
• Computing Environment Certificationfor Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Oracle, etc.). Azure certifications preferred.
• Expertise inAWS GovCloudservices and IL5/IL6 environments.
• Hands-on experience withRed Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)and proficiency incommand-line administration.
• PowerShell/Bash experiencefor scripting and automation.
• Knowledge ofIT Service Management (ITSM) tool suitesand familiarity with Active Directory forests, enclave domain systems, and security measures likeSTIGs.
• This project-oriented role also values individuals withexcellent communication skillswho thrive in collaborative, multifaceted environments focused on high-level mission success.

Why Scott Air Force Base?

Located near St. Louis, Scott AFB combines the opportunities of a tech-focused military base with the welcoming atmosphere of the Midwest. You'll enjoy:

• World-Class Collaboration: Scott AFB is known for its mission-critical role in U.S. military logistics, offering exposure to some of the most advanced IT and cybersecurity initiatives in the defense sector.
• Accessible Location: With proximity to St. Louis, enjoy the benefits of city living with an affordable cost of living and family-friendly amenities.
• Community of Excellence: Join a workforce powered by innovation, dedication, and a commitment to success where your ideas can shape the future of DoD cloud transformation.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.