Job Title: Cloud/DevOps Engineer. Location: Sterling, VA Clearance: TS/SCI Poly **This position is CONTINGENT upon contract award** The Cloud/DevOps Engineer (CDE) designs and develops DevSecOps pipelines to support Continuous Integration/Continuous Development (Cl/CD) focused on automating infrastructure provisioning and management. The CDE blends technical skills in version control, cloud platforms, automation tools, containerization, and scripting utilizing skills and tools such as Python, Artefactory, GitHub, Jenkins, Cloud formation, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, and other future architecture requirements. The CDE works with the Platform Engineers, SREs and shared resources to deploy, operate, and maintain IaC services on an IaaS cloud service infrastructure with experience using Nutanix, AWS or Google. The CDE is a hybrid professional bridging the gap between development and operations, leveraging automation and code to build and manage infrastructure efficiently and reliably. They understand agile frameworks and multi-cloud provider technologies to enhance the Mission Partner's development capabilities. Daily tasks include, but are not limited to: - Analyze customer requirements and provide technical expertise on cloud cluster computing techniques and technologies - Select appropriate cloud IaC/IaaS services to design, deploy, and host mission applications based on given requirements - Deploy manage, operate, and debug cloud initiatives as needed in accordance with best practices throughout the development lifecycle - Identify, analyze, and resolve infrastructure vulnerabilities and application deployment issues - Manage cloud/system infrastructure and any process related to these systems - Provide support for development in or transition to the cloud, implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems - Create functional design specifications, architectures, and render support with other cloud project deliverables - Implement Agile process, principles and practices across the cross-functional development/O&M teams Required Skills: - Cloud Platform Proficiency: Practical experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). - Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC): Proficiency with tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation. - Networking and Security: Strong understanding of networking, security, and cloud architecture principles. - Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills for resolving cloud-related issues. - Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with development and operations teams. Desired Skills: - Automation and Scripting: Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for automating tasks. - Database Experience: Understanding of database technologies and their application in cloud environments. - Programming: Proficiency in relevant programming languages for building and deploying applications. - Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with teams and clients. - Continuous Learning: Willingness to stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and trends. Desired Certs: - One or more of the following: CompTIA Cloud+, Azure Administrator Associate, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, Google Professional Cloud Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Developer, GCP Cloud Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Certified Professional Data Engineer, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)