Senior Cloud Engineer I: Secure AWS, Multi-Domain

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm based in Virginia is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer I to design and implement secure cloud infrastructures and manage various environments. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance and extensive experience with AWS services. Key responsibilities include automating deployment processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with security standards. The role involves hands-on engagement with cloud technologies and contributes directly to mission success.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in designing, deploying, and managing secure cloud infrastructures.
• Proven experience with AWS solutions across multiple classification domains.
• Strong background in cloud security and implementation of security controls.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure cloud architectures in AWS.
• Automate deployment and management using Infrastructure-as-Code tools.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize cloud performance.

Skills

AWS core services

Infrastructure-as-Code tools

Cloud security principles

Scripting languages (Python, Bash)

Linux and Windows administration

Education

CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification

AWS certifications (Solutions Architect Associate/Professional, SysOps Administrator)

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Job description

A leading cybersecurity firm based in Virginia is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer I to design and implement secure cloud infrastructures and manage various environments. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance and extensive experience with AWS services. Key responsibilities include automating deployment processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with security standards. The role involves hands-on engagement with cloud technologies and contributes directly to mission success.