Requires US CitizenshipEmployment Term and Type: Regular, Full Time
Required Security Clearance: (Minimum for hire)
SecretRequired Education:(Minimum for hire)High School Diploma or equivalent
Salary Band: $ 100,500.00
Job Description:Design, implement, and sustain secure cloud infrastructure and platform services in Microsoft Azure to support Department of Defense (DoD) mission systems. Apply DoD cybersecurity and compliance requirements (e.g., RMF, STIGs, IL2-IL6) to architect, deploy, and harden cloud environments using Infrastructure as Code and DevSecOps practices. Responsibilities include provisioning and managing Azure networking, identity, and compute resources; automating CI/CD pipelines; monitoring performance and security posture; and supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) activities. Collaborates with system owners, security teams, and mission stakeholders to ensure resilient, scalable, and compliant cloud solutions aligned with DoD reference architectures and Zero Trust principles.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:- Conduct comprehensive assessments of infrastructure environments-including hardware, applications, network architecture, and cybersecurity controls-to determine risks, gaps, and optimization opportunities.
- Architect and propose tailored technology solutions based on business requirements and industry best practices, including modernization initiatives, cloud adoption, security enhancements, and process automation.
- Formulate and recommend strategic technology roadmaps that align IT capabilities with organizational objectives and drive operational efficiency and competitive advantage.
- Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, standards, and regulatory considerations; apply ongoing professional development to strengthen subject-matter expertise and advisory capability.
- Develop and deliver user enablement resources, including training programs, instructional materials, and technical documentation, to support effective adoption of new systems and processes.
- Partner with client stakeholders to analyze business goals, operational workflows, and technology needs; evaluate current systems and identify opportunities to improve performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Provide advanced technical guidance and issue resolution for client environments, serving as an escalation point for complex incidents and ensuring continuity of critical systems.
- Lead the planning and delivery of technology initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners; define project scope, schedules, and resource needs to ensure successful completion within approved timelines and budgets.
Required Qualifications:- At least three (3) years of practical experience in installing, testing, troubleshooting, programing and maintaining communication systems or networks.
- Active DoD 8570/8140 compliant baseline certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, CISSP, SSCP, or equivalent) required prior to start.
Desired Requirements:
- Experience in DoD or Federal environments: Demonstrated experience designing, deploying, or supporting cloud solutions within U.S. DoD, Federal Civilian, or Intelligence Community environments (e.g., IL4/IL5/IL6).
- Azure Government expertise: Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure Government and familiarity with DoD-approved cloud environments (e.g., Azure Government Secret, GCC High).
- Demonstrated knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies, and NIST SP 800-53 security controls.
- DevSecOps in regulated environments: Experience integrating security scanning, compliance checks, and policy enforcement (e.g., Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, container/image scanning) into CI/CD pipelines.
- Logging & monitoring: Familiarity with centralized logging and SIEM integration (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Sentinel) to meet DoD audit and incident response requirements.
- Industry certifications, such as:
- Microsoft 365 Certified : Fundamentals (MS-900)
- Microsoft Certified : Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
- Microsoft Certified : Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
- Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100)
- Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300)
Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalentSecurity Clearance Requirements: SecretPhysical, Work Environment & Conditions: Typical office environment:
- Must be able to sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods.
- Occasional standing while working in server rooms or at patch panels.
- Must be able to lift and move moderately heavy equipment (e.g., routers, switches, servers) typically up to 30-50 pounds.
- Manual Dexterity required for connecting cables, configuring devices, and handling small tools or components.
- Must be able to view computer screens for long periods.
- Ability to distinguish color-coded cabling and indicator lights.
- Must be able to climb ladders or crawl in tight spaces for cable runs or equipment installation.
- May require walking between different buildings or workstations.
- Must be able to communicate clearly with technical teams and end-users.
- May need to hear alarms, server beeps, or equipment noises indicating issues
This position description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. This and all positions are eligible for organization-wide transfer. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.
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