Senior Cloud Engineer
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Job Location:
Bethesda, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 112000 - 179000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Engineer to design implement and maintain secure cloud infrastructure in alignment with the NIST 800-53 security and compliance framework in support of the FAA BNATCS contract. This role is responsible for ensuring that cloud services meet stringent federal security requirements while supporting scalability resilience and operational efficiency. The Cloud Engineer will collaborate with cybersecurity compliance and IT teams to deliver secure reliable and compliant cloud solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Cloud Architecture & Deployment
- Design and implement secure cloud environments across AWS Azure or GCP.
- Build and manage cloud infrastructure components (compute storage networking IAM).
- Support hybrid and multi-cloud deployments with a focus on scalability and resilience.
Security & Compliance
- Integrate NIST 800-53 security controls into cloud architecture and operations.
- Implement encryption identity and access management logging and monitoring in compliance with federal standards.
- Partner with cybersecurity teams to ensure continuous monitoring and vulnerability management.
- Support audits assessments and accreditation processes (e.g. FISMA FedRAMP).
Automation & Optimization
- Develop Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform CloudFormation or ARM templates.
- Automate deployment configuration and monitoring processes.
- Optimize cloud performance cost and resource utilization.
Operations & Support
- Provide Tier 2/3 support for cloud-related issues and escalations.
- Monitor cloud environments for availability performance and security events.
- Maintain documentation of configurations procedures and compliance evidence.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Work closely with application data and security teams to deliver compliant cloud solutions.
- Provide technical guidance on cloud best practices in regulated environments.
- Contribute to modernization initiatives and cloud migration projects.
** This position is contingent upon award of the associated contract. **
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science or related field with 8 years of cloud experience Masters degree with 6 years of experience or a Ph.D. with 3 years of experience.
- 6 years of experience in IT infrastructure design and architecture.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust
- This is a remote capable position however candidates must be local to the Maryland/DC/NoVA area.
- Strong knowledge of NIST 800-53 security controls and compliance frameworks (FISMA FedRAMP).
- Hands-on experience with AWS Azure or GCP cloud services.
- Proficiency in Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform CloudFormation ARM).
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices CI/CD pipelines and containerization (Docker Kubernetes).
- Professional certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator or CISSP/CCSP are highly desirable.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to translate regulatory requirements into technical solutions.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
- Experience working in federal or regulated environments.
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
EEO
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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About Company
Peraton provides innovative solutions for the most sensitive and critical programs in government today, developed and executed by scientists, engineers, and other experts.
