STINGRAI Cloud Engineer (Engineer 2) - 29223

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Fort Washington (MD); On-site; USD 78,655 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

HII – Mission Technologies seeks a Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and operate cloud infrastructure in support of mission requirements and modernization initiatives. You will evaluate OpenStack distributions, automate infrastructure, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize hybrid cloud environments and secure operations.

The role emphasizes automating pipelines, implementing monitoring, and maturing a service-oriented hybrid IT ecosystem across Azure, AWS, and OpenStack

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and supporting cloud and hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience with OpenStack deployment, configuration, and evaluation.
• Strong knowledge of Azure, AWS, and hybrid cloud technologies, including automation tools and cloud-service architectures.
• Proficiency with scripting or programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Analyze technical and management cloud-infrastructure needs of TDLs and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Participate in the selection and deployment of OpenStack distributions based on performance, SLAs, support, and cost considerations.
• Design, develop, and implement private cloud infrastructure and ensure full integration with hybrid cloud platform management layers, identity management, and R&D infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with other engineering teams to support cloud architecture, automation, and service delivery.
• Support modernization initiatives to evolve infrastructure into a fully automated, service-oriented hybrid IT environment.
• Automate build pipelines, migrations, security, and compliance operations within cloud environments.
• Manage TCP/IP networking for both cloud and on-premise environments.
• Use Azure and AWS automation tools and script or program cloud-infrastructure workflows.
• Define, implement, and manage cloud-based infrastructure while performing administrative tasks and application support for cloud platforms.
• Review cloud-infrastructure security, apply patches, create console roles, and install required security packs.
• Implement enterprise monitoring technologies such as OMS, SCOM, Azure monitoring tools.
• Develop dashboards, monitoring solutions, alerts, and escalation workflows to support operational awareness.
• Document cloud configurations, system workflows, and procedures while transferring knowledge to development teams.
• Identify opportunities for automation and develop scalable, cloud-native solutions to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Work closely with business-technology partners and leadership to ensure cloud solutions meet operational expectations and stakeholder requirements.

Skills

OpenStack

Azure

AWS

Scripting

Networking

Tools

Terraform

Puppet

OMS

SCOM

PagerDuty

Job description

Search by Keyword (use Keyword for Remote Positions)

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Location: Fort Washington, MD, Maryland, United States

Requisition Number:29223

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$78,655.00-$175,000.00

Security Clearance:Top Secret

Level of Experience:MidHI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision‑making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People– Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships– Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership– Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First– Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future– Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency– Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Who We Are

HII – Mission Technologies is seeking a Cloud Engineer. The Cloud Engineer analyzes, designs, develops, and implements cloud infrastructure solutions to support mission requirements and enterprise modernization initiatives. This role evaluates technical and management cloud‑infrastructure needs, participates in selecting and deploying OpenStack distributions, and ensures full integration into a hybrid cloud environment. The engineer works closely with cross‑functional technical teams to automate infrastructure, optimize performance, enhance security, and mature the organization’s hybrid IT ecosystem into a fully automated, service‑oriented environment. The role also supports cloud operations, monitoring, security compliance, and the development of scalable, automated solutions that strengthen enterprise‑wide cloud capabilities.

This requisition supports hiring at multiple experience levels. Final placement will be determined based on the selected applicant’s qualifications, experience, and skill sets.

STINGRAI: Advancing Mission Success Through Intelligence, Innovation, and Operational Excellence

Every day, HII helps U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) and its mission partners stay ahead of evolving threats by delivering the intelligence, technology, and operational expertise needed to protect U.S. interests across the Western Hemisphere. Join our team on STINGRAI and support mission‑critical operations through advanced intelligence, surveillance, cyber, engineering, and all‑domain capabilities that strengthen regional security, enable informed decision‑making, and help defend our nation today while preparing for tomorrow's challenges.

What You Will Do

• Analyze technical and management cloud‑infrastructure needs of TDLs and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Participate in the selection and deployment of OpenStack distributions based on performance, SLAs, support, and cost considerations.
• Design, develop, and implement private cloud infrastructure and ensure full integration with hybrid cloud platform management layers, identity management, and R&D infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with other engineering teams to support cloud architecture, automation, and service delivery.
• Support modernization initiatives to evolve infrastructure into a fully automated, service‑oriented hybrid IT environment.
• Automate build pipelines, migrations, security, and compliance operations within cloud environments.
• Manage TCP/IP networking for both cloud and on‑premise environments.
• Use Azure and AWS automation tools and script or program cloud‑infrastructure workflows.
• Define, implement, and manage cloud‑based infrastructure while performing administrative tasks and application support for cloud platforms.
• Review cloud‑infrastructure security, apply patches, create console roles, and install required security packs.
• Implement enterprise monitoring technologies such as AlertSite, PagerDuty, OMS, SCOM, and Azure monitoring tools.
• Develop dashboards, monitoring solutions, alerts, and escalation workflows to support operational awareness.
• Document cloud configurations, system workflows, and procedures while transferring knowledge to development teams.
• Identify opportunities for automation and develop scalable, cloud‑native solutions to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Work closely with business‑technology partners and leadership to ensure cloud solutions meet operational expectations and stakeholder requirements.

What We Are Looking For

• Level 2: 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; or 0 years experience with Masters in related field.
• Level 3: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field.
• Level 4: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field.
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and supporting cloud and hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience with OpenStack deployment, configuration, and evaluation.
• Strong knowledge of Azure, AWS, and hybrid cloud technologies, including automation tools and cloud‑service architectures.
• Proficiency with scripting or programming languages (examples provided upon request).
• Experience managing TCP/IP networking in cloud and on‑premise environments.
• Strong understanding of cloud‑security best practices, vulnerability remediation, patching, and access management.
• Experience implementing and administering enterprise monitoring systems (OMS, SCOM, Azure Monitor, PagerDuty, etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud DevOps pipelines, CI/CD automation, migrations, and compliance automation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to identify opportunities for automation and operational improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with experience working across technical teams and engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to produce documentation, provide training, and support knowledge transfer across the development organization.
• Capable of working independently and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.

Physical Requirements

Office, industrial or shipboard environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. Lifting and moving of materials not to exceed the guidelines set for one man lift.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.