JOB SUMMARY:The NORAD Operations Division, as the prime contractor on the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Cheyenne Mountain Complex (NCMC) Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract 3 (NISSC 3), provides:
- Operations, maintenance, and Sustainment of ITW/AA threat warning and control systems.
- Software development and integration.
- Supports the classified communications and processing for Command and Control (C2) capability and legacy space C2 systems located at:
- Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station (CMSFS), Colorado
- Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), Colorado
- Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska
- Vandenberg Space Force Base, California
- Numerous sensor and forward operator sites around the world
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:The DevSecOps Cloud Engineer supports North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Cheyenne Mountain Complex (NCMC) Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract 3 (NISSC 3). The candidate will:
- Evaluate, design, implements, and tests the deployment of cloud solutions.
- Coordinate with Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) to design and implement hybrid cloud solutions.
- Work closely with vendor technical consultants and program engineering teams to deploy cloud environments for development, test and operations.
- Provide IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS services to hybrid cloud users.
- Ensure cloud solutions meet cybersecurity requirements necessary to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO).
- Advise program leadership on recommended solutions, integration strategy, and system sustainment.
- Provide key input to project schedules, identifies and mitigates risk, documents learned lessons, and delivers regular updates to stakeholders.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:- Active Secret Security Clearance
- IAT Level II certification (i.e. Sec+)
- 4-7 years or more of general work experience
- 4-7 years or more of experience in cloud engineering or similar role
- Experience integrating Terraform to provision systems and services and track configuration drift
- AWS Cloud Certified Associate Certification or equivalent Azure certification(s)
- Experience generating architectural diagrams that illustrate cloud designs and associated services
DESIRED REQIREMENTS:- Bachelor's Degree in technical discipline
- AWS Cloud Certified Associate Professional or equivalent Azure certification(s)
- Hashicorp Terraform Associate certification
- Experience migrating services from government on-premises infrastructure to a hybrid cloud
EDUCATION: Bachelors with 4+ or Master with 7+ Years of Experience
LOCATION: Full Time/ On-Site in
CLEARANCE REQUIRMENT: Top Secret
DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: IAT - Level II
SALARY RANGE: $ 110,000 to $ 140,000
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
- Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment using hands and fingers.
- Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic means.
- Occasionally move about the office to access files, office equipment, and meeting spaces.
- Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds as needed.
- Maintain specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:This position is performed within a secure, classified workspace. Employees must comply with all applicable security protocols and access control procedures, including restrictions on personal electronic devices and the handling of sensitive information.
Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.
Estimated Pay Range
$110,000-$140,000 USD
The Perks- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
- Competitive Compensation
- Training and development programs
- Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
- Collaborative and cool culture
- Work-life balance and generous paid time off
