Staff Mission Cloud Engineer

True Anomaly, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 205,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible time off

Lunch provided

401(k) retirement plan

Equity

Dog Fridays

Job summary

True Anomaly, Inc. is seeking a Staff Mission Cloud Engineer to architect and manage multi-cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure for high-security DoD programs.

You will own cloud network architectures at IL-4/5/6+, implement IAM, and support ATO-related processes while collaborating with security teams and engineering. TS/SCI eligibility is essential, and a Secret clearance is required to start.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of cloud engineering or infrastructure experience.
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• DoD 8140 IAT Level III certification or equivalent.
• Experience designing/deploying IL-4/5/6+ cloud infrastructure.
• Deep AWS/Azure networking experience (VPCs, VNets, routing).
• Multi-cloud, cross-domain collaboration, and RMF/NIST 800-53 familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Architect and build AWS and Azure networks across multiple classification levels.
• Design multi-cloud infrastructure spanning platforms and program requirements.
• Ensure cloud infrastructure meets security requirements and compliance standards.
• Build and maintain cloud infrastructure, tooling, and capabilities for in-flight programs.
• Document architectures, configurations, and security controls for ATO readiness.
• Support PMs and engineers to meet government program compliance.

Skills

Cloud engineering

AWS

Azure

Security compliance

Documentation

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field

Tools

VPCs

VNets

Transit gateways

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.

What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.

It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

BENEFITS & PERKS *

• Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
• Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
• Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
• And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
• Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.

*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

YOUR MISSION

As a Staff Mission Cloud Engineer, you will be a critical technical expert architecting and managing multi-cloud infrastructure across multiple platforms and classification levels in support of several in-flight, critical U.S. Government programs. You will work as part of the Mission Security Engineering team, partnering closely with industrial security and information systems security engineers to design, build, and deliver cloud infrastructure, tooling, and capabilities from the ground up.

This is a hands-on individual contributor role requiring deep expertise in AWS and Azure at Impact Levels 4, 5, and 6+. You will own cloud network architecture across classification boundaries, translating complex security and mission requirements into resilient, scalable, and compliant infrastructure. If you thrive on building in ambiguous, fast-moving environments where your work directly enables national security missions, this role is for you.

This position requires an active Secret clearance to start, with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.

Responsibilities

• Architect and build AWS and Azure cloud networks from the ground up across multiple classification levels, including IL-4, IL-5, and IL-6+ environments
• Design and implement multi-cloud infrastructure spanning multiple platforms, classification domains, and program requirements
• Partner with industrial security and information systems security engineers and engineering teams to ensure cloud infrastructure meets program security requirements and compliance standards
• Build and maintain cloud infrastructure, tooling, and capabilities in direct support of multiple in-flight, critical USG programs
• Design and implement cloud network architectures including VPCs, VNets, transit gateways, peering configurations, routing, and boundary protection controls
• Implement and maintain identity and access management (IAM) frameworks, service account architectures, and least-privilege access models across cloud environments
• Support cloud Provisional Authorization (PA) processes and inherited control models for classified cloud environments
• Document cloud architectures, configurations, and security controls to support achievement and maintenance of Authorization to Operate (ATO)
• Identify and remediate findings from STIGs, vulnerability scans, and SCA activities to maintain ATO posture across cloud platforms
• Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53, CNSSI 1253, ICD 503, JSIG, and other applicable frameworks for National Security Systems (NSS) handling classified information up to TS/SCI
• Stay current on emerging cloud security capabilities and advocate for their adoption across program environments

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in cloud engineering or infrastructure, with significant experience architecting and operating AWS and Azure environments at scale
• Active Secret clearance required; must be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI
• DoD 8140 IAT Level III certification (CASP+, CISSP, CISA, or equivalent) required
• Proven experience designing and deploying cloud infrastructure at IL-4, IL-5, and/or IL-6+ impact levels
• Deep expertise architecting AWS and Azure networks from the ground up, including VPCs, VNets, transit gateways, routing, DNS, and boundary protection
• Experience managing multi-cloud environments across multiple platforms and classification domains simultaneously
• Strong working knowledge of cloud security controls, shared responsibility models, and control inheritance within DoD classified cloud environments
• Experience supporting RMF processes, ATO activities, and compliance with NIST 800-53 and applicable NSS frameworks
• Ability to collaborate effectively with industrial security, ISSEs, and cross-functional engineering teams to translate security requirements into infrastructure solutions
• Strong documentation skills, with experience producing architecture diagrams, SSPs, and other artifacts required for government program compliance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• AWS and/or Azure government cloud certifications (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure Government)
• Experience supporting multiple simultaneous DoD or IC programs with varying security requirements
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and CI/CD pipeline security
• Experience with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), data guards, or other information flow control technologies
• Familiarity with zero trust architectures and modern identity solutions applied to classified environments
• Experience with FedRAMP High, CMMC, or DoD IL-5/IL-6 authorizations

Compensation

Colorado Base Salary: $205,000–$295,000

California Base Salary: $215,000–$310,000

Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

Work Environment

Fast-paced, mission-critical environment supporting national security space operations

Requires coordination across distributed teams including spacecraft engineers, ground operations, and government partners

May require participation in on-call rotation for security incident response and mission-critical system support

High degree of autonomy and ownership as a trusted, cleared individual contributor

Occasional travel to government sites, launch facilities, or partner locations may be required - #LI-Onsite

What We Offer

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and clearance level

Opportunity to drive security posture for cutting-edge space systems with national security impact

Professional development support including conferences, training, and security certifications

Collaborative culture working alongside spacecraft engineers, mission operators, and experienced security professionals

Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.