Principal Cloud Engineer

Seneca Holdings

$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent IT experience
  • 7+ years in cloud engineering or development
  • Proficient in DevOps tools like Azure DevOps and Jenkins
  • Experienced with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and ARM templates
  • Skilled in automating scripts with PowerShell or Python
  • Knowledgeable in cloud security and compliance best practices
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required

Responsibilities

  • Support AWS, Azure, Oracle, and GCP infrastructures using IaC
  • Troubleshoot and resolve cloud environment issues following security protocols
  • Utilize Azure data services to maintain security and compliance
  • Write and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell and Python
  • Configure network security groups and application gateways
  • Manage compute, storage, and database services with compliance standards
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure system functionality

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment
  • Access to advanced DevOps tools and practices
  • Collaborative team environment focused on technical problem-solving
  • Chance to work with multiple cloud platforms enhancing skill diversity
  • Strong emphasis on cloud security expertise and professional growth
Full Job Description
Seneca Technologies is hiring a Principal Cloud Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, VA. The Principal Cloud Engineer will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructures in support of mission-critical operations, with a strong focus on security monitoring and threat detection. This role supports complex cloud environments by leveraging modern DevOps tools and practices, collaborating across teams to solve technical challenges.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Supporting AWS, Azure, Oracle, and GCP cloud services and infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM templates.
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to specific cloud environments while implementing cloud security best practices.
• Leveraging Azure data services, including Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Sentinel, to ensure security posture and compliance.
• Writing and maintaining automation scripts in PowerShell, Python, or Azure CLI and executing them using Logic Apps and Azure Functions.
• Configuring network security groups (NSGs), application gateways, and other network controls to protect cloud resources.
• Managing cloud compute, storage, networking, and database services while applying security compliance standards across the organization.
• Working with all stakeholders to ensure complete and functioning systems that meet all requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or 4+ additional years of IT experience in lieu of a degree
• 7+ years of hands on experience in cloud engineering and/or development
• Experience designing and deploying cloud-based solutions using DevOps tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab, or Docker.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like ARM templates, Terraform, Ansible, or BICEP.
• Familiarity with cloud template technologies including GitHub Enterprise and architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman.
• Experience automating workflows using scripting tools such as PowerShell, Bash, Python, YAML, or JSON.
• Experience meeting security requirements in the Sponsor's environment or similar complex environments.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security) or the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Familiarity with container technologies such as Kubernetes and experience with Google Cloud Platform.
• Understanding of Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS)-199, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-53A, NIST SP 800-37, and DoD Cloud Security Requirements Guide
• Microsoft certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.

Clearance Requirements:
• An active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

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