Senior Cloud Engineer/Architect (remote)

Lensa; Charleston (WV); Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer/Architect to support the U.S. Army's C5ISR Center. This remote position involves designing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, ensuring security compliance, and collaborating with teams to enhance technology solutions. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with cloud platforms and a strong problem-solving mindset.

Qualifications

• 6-9 years of experience or equivalent required.
• Secret clearance required (interim acceptable).

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure.
• Monitor cloud resources for performance and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cloud solutions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Continuous learning

Scripting

Education

High School diploma

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

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Overview

GovCIO has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Cloud Engineer/Architect at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. This position will support the U.S. Army C5ISR Center, which aims to enhance Soldiers' capabilities through innovative science and technology solutions within the Army Futures Command DEVCOM. The successful candidate will work in a team to develop technologies for platforms from Soldier to ground vehicle, and from Air to Space. The C5ISR Center ensures our forces can see, sense, communicate, and move faster than adversaries.

This is a remote position.

Responsibilities

The Innovation Exchange Lab seeks support in daily operations including:

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure
• Monitor cloud resources for performance and cost optimization
• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud-related issues
• Develop, implement, and maintain configurations of cloud services (AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Administer AWS EKS, Azure AKS, and related infrastructure
• Create deployment scripts for robust, scalable, and high-availability infrastructure
• Analyze security threats and assess applicability to customer environments
• Triage and resolve technical and user issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cloud solutions
• Ensure security and data protection compliance
• Identify solutions, follow best practices, troubleshoot, and stay industry-aware
• Support cloud platform development and operation
• Utilize DevOps methodologies for deployment
• Work in agile teams with internal and external customers
• Develop deployment scripts using Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.

Qualifications

High School diploma with 6-9 years of experience or equivalent.

• Secret clearance required (interim acceptable)

Skills and Experience

• Understanding of software development processes
• Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell)
• Problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Continuous learning mindset
• 4-8 years of professional experience
• Knowledge of Cloud Governance, IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, DevSecOps, Containers, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, Terraform, Ansible, Cloud Security, Windows & Linux
• Experience in multi-cloud environments
• Preferred: Ansible, Jenkins, Python, Argo CD, Kubernetes, Docker
• DoD 8570 IAM or IAT II/III certification (e.g., Security+)

Company Overview

GovCIO is passionate about transforming government IT by delivering innovative solutions that improve agency operations and citizen services. We seek talented individuals to help us achieve this mission. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.

Salary and Benefits

Posted salary range: USD $125,000 - $150,000 per year. Compensation may vary based on experience, location, and other factors. The position is at-will, with potential salary modifications.

Apply here: Job Application Link

Additional Details

Location: US-Remote

ID: 2025-5859

Category: Information Technology

Type: Full-Time

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Engineering and IT

Industries

• IT Services and Consulting