Senior Cloud Engineer-Active (TS/SCI with CI Poly)

Vibrint; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contribution

11 federal holidays

160 hours paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Professional development allowance

Job summary

Vibrint is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and manage secure, scalable cloud infrastructure leveraging AWS, Python, Flask, Terraform, and the AWS CDK. You will automate deployment pipelines, manage IaC, and support mission‑critical services for defense and intelligence clients.

Must possess a TS/SCI clearance and US citizenship. Requirements include AWS design, Terraform/AWS CDK, Jenkins, Python scripting, Linux, and Git, with Docker experience and strong collaboration

Qualifications

• 7+ years of cloud or DevOps experience.
• Python and Bash scripting proficiency.
• Flask backend development experience.
• Hands-on with Terraform and AWS CDK.
• Strong knowledge of core AWS services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, CloudTrail, Lambda, CloudWatch).
• Familiarity with Azure cloud services (IAM, Networking, Security Groups).
• Linux environment experience and Git version control.
• Exposure to Docker and REST API integration; React/JS experience is a plus.
• Proactive problem solving and cross‑functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage secure, scalable cloud infrastructure.
• Automate deployment pipelines and infrastructure as code.
• Support mission‑critical services for defense and intelligence clients.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to develop and implement IaC and cloud architectures.
• Ensure compliance with security and operational standards.

Skills

AWS design

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD pipelines

Python scripting

Cloud security

Linux

Git version control

Docker

Networking basics

Tools

Terraform

AWS CDK

Jenkins

Git

Docker

Nginx/Apache

Job description

Vibrint is a trusted provider of mission-critical systems and analysis that transform our customers' capacity and capability in harvesting and harnessing data. Working alongside many of the most talented professionals in public service, we work tirelessly to create and sustain new solutions and services that meet the stringent demands across a variety of customer missions.

To meet growing client demand, we are continuously seeking top talent across our core competencies, building a strong pipeline of exceptional professionals ready to support current and future mission needs. Our people know they'll be doing work that matters at the heart of the national security mission, exploring new possibilities at the cutting edge of technology. They know they will be well-rewarded and recognized for their commitment. Our people know they will enjoy plentiful opportunities to grow, thrive, and have fun as a member of the Vibrint family. Join Vibrint, where your career is a priority, and your future is our shared goal.

We are seeking a Senior Cloud Engineers to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will design, implement, and manage secure, scalable cloud infrastructure leveraging AWS, Python, Flask, Terraform, and the AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK). You will automate deployment pipelines, manage infrastructure as code, and support mission-critical services for defense and intelligence clients. Proficiency with Git, Jenkins, and Bash or Shell scripting, as well as hands‑on experience in cloud environments such as AWS and Azure, is required. This hands‑on role is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about cloud‑native architecture, automation, and security in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment

Must possess a TS/SCI federal security clearance. US citizenship is required

Required Skills:

• Design and deploy cloud solutions using AWS
• Collaborate with senior engineers to develop and implement infrastructure-as-code
• Support the management and monitoring of cloud resources
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving cloud‑related issues
• Contribute to documentation of cloud architectures and best practices
• Stay informed about emerging cloud technologies and trends
• Assist in ensuring compliance with security and operational standards

Desired Skills:

• Hands‑on experience with AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, and VPC, with a solid understanding of cloud architecture, networking, and security fundamentals
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines to support automated deployments and configuration management
• Strong problem‑solving and collaboration skills, with the ability to troubleshoot cloud environments, document best practices, and work effectively in cross‑functional engineering teams

Qualifications:

• 7 plus years of professional experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or a related field
• Proficiency in Python and Bash/Shell scripting
• Experience with Flask for backend development
• Hands‑on experience with infrastructure‑as‑code tools such as Terraform and AWS CDK
• Strong understanding of core AWS services including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, CloudTrail, Lambda, and CloudWatch
• Familiarity with Azure cloud services (IAM, Networking, Security Groups)
• Experience working in Linux environments and using Linux commands
• Proficiency with Git version control
• Exposure to containerization technologies like Docker
• Understanding of networking concepts (e.g., subnets, routing, security groups)
• Experience managing CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation (preferably using Jenkins)
• Knowledge of web servers such as Apache HTTPD and Nginx is a plus
• Experience with ElasticSearch, PostgreSQL, and AWS RDS integration is desirable
• Familiarity with REST API integration and front‑end technologies such as React/JavaScript is a plus
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

The pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Our approach to crafting offers considers various factors to provide an equitable and competitive comprehensive compensation package. These considerations include, but are not limited to, contracted rates, education, certification(s), experience, specific competencies required for this position, and geographic location.

Vibrint's comprehensive compensation package includes but is not limited to: competitive salary; annual merit‑based salary increase and discretionary bonus program; 401(k) plan with a company contribution; 11 paid federal holidays; 160 hours of paid time off; medical, dental, vision, life and short- & long‑term disability insurance; employee assistance program; and a generous professional development allowance.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, family structure, marital status, disability, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.