Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer - Kubernetes & Security

Booz Allen Hamilton; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Senior Infrastructure Cloud Engineer to lead cloud‑native infrastructure initiatives for the Intelligence Community. You will architect, deploy, and optimize cloud‑agnostic platforms, with a strong focus on Kubernetes, automation, and security in a multi‑tenant environment.

The role requires 5+ years in systems/infrastructure engineering, Kubernetes expertise, Linux cloud deployments, and AWS integration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering or infrastructure engineering.
• Experience with Kubernetes including architecture, deployment, operations, and monitoring.
• Experience deploying, configuring, and maintaining Linux server systems in the Cloud.
• Experience with automation tools and infrastructure‑as‑code.
• Knowledge of AWS services and how to integrate them with Kubernetes.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred).
• Security clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph (required).
• Ability to obtain security certifications within 6 months of start date (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Architect, deploy, and optimize cloud‑agnostic infrastructure using modern tools and cloud technologies.
• Design Kubernetes‑based solutions to support scalable, containerized workloads across mission environments.
• Drive automation initiatives to eliminate manual processes and accelerate delivery.
• Implement strong security practices and respond to emerging threats to keep systems hardened and mission‑ready.
• Partner closely with developers and cross‑functional teams to deliver seamless, cloud‑native capabilities.
• Work independently, mentor peers, and bring innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.

Skills

Kubernetes

Automation

Cloud infrastructure

Linux servers in the Cloud

Infrastructure as Code

AWS integration with Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Helm

Terragrunt

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Senior Infrastructure Cloud Engineer to lead cloud‑native infrastructure initiatives for the Intelligence Community. You will architect, deploy, and optimize cloud‑agnostic platforms, with a strong focus on Kubernetes, automation, and security in a multi‑tenant environment.

The role requires 5+ years in systems/infrastructure engineering, Kubernetes expertise, Linux cloud deployments, and AWS integration.