Accenture

Cloud Services Engineer

Accenture$86K — $176K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in cloud services or cloud-based systems
  • Proficient with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible
  • Expertise in cloud networking and security controls
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent military experience
  • DoD 8140 compliance certifications such as Security+, CISSP, or CASP

Responsibilities

  • Implement and manage high-performing cloud services
  • Design scalable, secure cloud architectures
  • Integrate automation and AI/ML capabilities into cloud systems
  • Optimize cloud system performance and cost efficiency
  • Automate deployment and configuration processes
  • Monitor and troubleshoot issues in cloud environments

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance
  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Cloud Services Engineer to design, implement, and manage cloud solutions supporting mission systems. This role focuses on delivering reliable, secure cloud services, integrating modern capabilities, and ensuring systems are optimized for performance, scalability, and operational support.

What you'll own:
  • Implement and manage cloud services supporting scalable, secure, and high-performing environments
  • Design and integrate scalable, secure cloud architectures
  • Integrate modern capabilities, including automation and AI/ML services, into cloud environments as needed
  • Optimize system performance, availability, and cost across cloud environments
  • Automate service deployment, configuration, and operational processes
  • Monitor systems and resolve issues across cloud environments

What you'll build and deliver:
  • Stable, secure, and scalable cloud services supporting mission needs
  • Cloud environments optimized for performance, cost, and reliability
  • Integrated capabilities (automation, AI/ML, or other services) aligned to operational use)
  • Efficient, repeatable deployments and streamlined operations

Here's what you need:
  • Experience implementing, securing, optimizing and/or managing cloud services or cloud-based systems
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and/or automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, Python, Bash, PowerShell)
  • Experience implementing or supporting cloud networking and security controls (e.g., IAM, network security, encryption)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or 4+ years of relevant job or military experience in lieu of degree
  • DoD 8140 compliance (e.g. Security+, CISSP, CASP, etc.)

Bonus points if you have:
  • Cloud certifications with service specializations (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
  • Experience with Kubernetes or container orchestration
  • Experience with RHEL or CentOS
  • Experience integrating AI/ML services into cloud environments
  • Experience with Agile development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
  • Experience with National Security systems and Air-Gapped Environments Security

Clearance:
  • Active Top-Secret Clearance, preferred with SCI eligibility. The position may require a polygraph examination.


As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$86,400-$176,200 USD

About Accenture

Accenture plc is a multinational professional services company that provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. The company has more than 537,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture operates across five business segments: Communications, Media & Technology; Financial Services; Health & Public Service; Products; and Resources. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices worldwide.
Learn more about Accenture
Size
624,000 employees
Market Cap
$173.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$5.2 billion
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+11.2%
Revenue
$44.7 billion
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