Systems Engineer IV

ARSIEM; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ARSIEM is seeking a Cloud Operations Manager in Arlington, VA, responsible for the end-to-end management of cloud engagement kits. This role entails overseeing rapid deployment and maintenance of cloud-based infrastructure while managing cross-functional teams and ensuring security compliance.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cloud operations, strong leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate with government stakeholders. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, along with significant experience in the sector, is required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in cloud operations or infrastructure management.
• 3+ years of management or team leadership experience.
• Expert knowledge of AWS cloud services and architecture.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and incident response operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee provisioning and fulfillment of engagement kit requests.
• Manage decommissioning and secure termination of engagement kits.
• Produce and deliver weekly operational reports.
• Lead incident response and troubleshooting efforts.
• Ensure compliance with security protocols.

Skills

Cloud operations management

AWS cloud services

Cybersecurity principles

Incident response

Team leadership

Communication skills

Resource allocation

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

AWS

DevOps methodologies

Job description

About ARSIEM Corporation

At ARSIEM Corporation we are committed to fostering a proven and trusted partnership with our government clients. We provide support to multiple agencies across the United States Government. ARSIEM has an experienced workforce of qualified professionals committed to providing the best possible support.

As demand increases, ARSIEM continues to provide reliable and cutting-edge technical solutions at the best value to our clients. That means a career packed with opportunities to grow and the ability to have an impact on every client you work with.

Cloud Operations Manager is a role that leads the end-to-end management of Bespin cloud engagement kits, ensuring rapid deployment, maintenance, and retirement of cloud-based infrastructure supporting critical incident response and threat hunting operations. This position requires strong leadership, technical acumen, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams in high-stakes operational environments. Serving as the operational lead, you will be the primary point of contact for government stakeholders while coordinating cloud infrastructure operations and technical capability delivery throughout the engagement lifecycle. This position will support one of our Government clients in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Oversee provisioning and fulfillment of engagement kit requests within eight business hours of federal authorization
• Manage decommissioning and secure termination of engagement kits following data archival confirmation
• Coordinate with engagement leads, analysts, case managers, and federal leadership to ensure mission alignment
• Produce and deliver weekly operational reports summarizing engagement kit status, health, and performance metrics
• Lead incident response and troubleshooting efforts for cloud infrastructure issues
• Manage resource allocation, scaling operations to match engagement requirements
• Ensure compliance with security protocols including TLS 1.2/1.3 encryption and hardened cloud configurations
• Oversee software license management and coordinate hardware shipments when required
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives for cloud operations
• Serve as primary liaison between technical teams and government stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or High School diploma and 10+ years of directly relevant experience
• 8+ years of experience in cloud operations or infrastructure management
• 3+ years of management or team leadership experience
• Expert knowledge of AWS cloud services and architecture
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and incident response operations
• Experience managing 24/7 operational environments
• Excellent communication skills with ability to brief senior leadership
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet critical deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal government programs
• Background in cybersecurity operations or threat hunting
• Experience with DevOps methodologies and tools
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or similar cloud certification
• PMP

Clearance Requirement

Active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) suitability.

ARSIEM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affificative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.