Logistics Management Institute

Cloud Engineer - Clearance Required

Logistics Management Institute$122K — $200K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
  • Experience in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments using tools like GitLab
  • Proficiency with Linux administration and command-line tooling
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Ansible)
  • Experience in supporting hybrid or multi-cloud environments

Responsibilities

  • Design, deploy, and maintain software infrastructure in cloud and on-premises environments
  • Serve as the engineering point-of-contact for application delivery and issue resolution
  • Ensure infrastructure solutions comply with government and industry security mandates
  • Partner with cybersecurity to document security controls and support audit processes
  • Administer cloud accounts and networking within IL4/IL5/IL6 environments
  • Manage containerized workloads with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Support data pipeline configuration and integration with services like BigQuery and Dataflow

Benefits

  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Exposure to advanced technologies and government solutions
  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications
  • Support for work-life balance
  • Involvement in meaningful projects impacting national security
Full Job Description
Overview

LMI is seeking a Cloud Engineer to support our LIGER platform to meet specific customer needs. This position requires an active secret security clearance.

Responsibilities
  • Design, deploy, and maintain software infrastructure in both cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premises environments, adapting to customer classification requirements (IL2 6).
  • Serve as the engineering point-of-contact for application delivery, including performance monitoring, issue escalation, and resolution.
  • Ensure all infrastructure solutions comply with government and industry security mandates; maintain working knowledge of applicable frameworks (NIST, CMMC, FedRAMP).
  • Partner with cybersecurity resources to document security controls, support IATT and ATO processes, and provide audit metrics.
  • Configure and administer cloud accounts and organizational structures (projects, IAM, networking) within IL4/IL5/IL6 environments across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
  • Build, deploy, and manage containerized workloads, including AI/ML application components, using tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Support data pipeline configuration and integration with services such as BigQuery, Pub/Sub, or Dataflow where applicable to the deployment environment.
  • Implement and maintain High Availability and Disaster Recovery configurations in accordance with government and industry standards.
  • Contribute to DevSecOps pipeline setup and maintenance within government cloud and on-premises frameworks.
  • Manage competing customer priorities independently, escalating risks, constraints, and blockers to appropriate stakeholders
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (computer science, engineering, mathematics, or related field)
  • Experience designing and deploying solutions in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Experience supporting hybrid or multi-cloud environments
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments using tools such as GitLab
  • Experience deploying and managing containerized workloads (Docker, Kubernetes, or equivalent)
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent)
  • Proficiency with Linux administration and command-line tooling
  • Experience with Agile development methodologies
  • Prior experience delivering technology solutions in a U.S. government environment

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in a technical discipline
  • Active Top Secret security clearance
  • Cloud platform certification (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Experience operating in IL4, IL5, or IL6 classified environments
  • Experience supporting software deployments in classified or air-gapped environments
  • Experience with Cross-Domain Solutions (e.g., IL4 to IL6)
  • Familiarity with FedRAMP, FISMA, and federal ATO processes
  • Experience deploying or supporting AI/ML application platforms or LLM-based tools in government environments
  • Experience with vulnerability scanning tools or software supply chain security (Trivy, Grype, Veracode, Cosign, SBOM generation, or equivalent)
  • Experience configuring identity and access management in cloud environments (Okta, AWS IAM, Zero Trust architectures, or equivalent)
  • Familiarity with GCP-specific services (BigQuery, Pub/Sub, Dataflow, GKE)
  • Experience with U.S. Army technology systems, command and control policies, or Army-specific programs

Target salary range: $122,210 - $200,000

Disclaimer: The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

About Logistics Management Institute

Logistics Management Institute (LMI) is a consulting firm dedicated to improving the management of government. LMI provides leaders with the objective analysis, tools, and programs they need to make informed decisions for their organizations. LMI is a not-for-profit organization that has been providing innovative solutions to complex problems since 1961. LMI serves clients in the federal government, state and local governments, and the private sector.
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