Cloud Computing Specialist SME
Job Location:
Job Location:
Fairfax, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
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Posted on:
6 hours ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
The Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) SME will serve as a technical authority for cloud-based systems supporting the Legacy AMPS program within the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). This position ensures the secure efficient and compliant operation of cloud infrastructure including Oracle Cloud (OCI) hosting SSO and Privileged Access Management solutions. The CCS SME collaborates with program leadership government stakeholders and technical teams to provide expert guidance implement cloud security standards and support mission-critical identity and access management operations. This role is key to maintaining the integrity availability and performance of DLAs cloud services.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Cloud Administration & Architecture
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
If you are interested in getting more information about this opportunity please contact Irina Rozenberg at your earliest convenience.
At Ariel Partners we solve the most difficult problems that inhibit technology from enabling our customers to achieve their goals. Our vision is to be recognized by our stakeholders as an elite provider of IT solutions so when they have their biggest challenges we are on their short list. We are looking for team members who share our values of: Integrity to do the right thing even when it hurts; Commitment to the long-term success and happiness of our customers our people and our partners; Courage to take on difficult challenges accept new ideas and accept incremental failure; and the constant pursuit of Excellence.
Ariel Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with federal state and local laws.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Cloud Administration & Architecture
- Manage and administer OCI tenancy for DLA ensuring security scalability and integration with AMPS and associated services.
- Secure and isolate cloud resources including compute storage and networking components.
- Provide expertise in hybrid edge and cloud-native architectures to optimize performance and resilience.
- Administer middleware and web tiers including SSO and PAM solutions.
- Create and manage users groups roles and access policies consistent with IAM and security standards.
- Coordinate with AMPS PMO system administrators and development teams to ensure seamless cloud integration.
- Implement and maintain cloud security controls per DoD RMF and NIST 800-53 guidelines.
- Perform vulnerability assessments penetration testing and FedRAMP compliance validation.
- Maintain operational compliance with DoD IL5 SRG STIG and FIPS requirements.
- Automate cloud provisioning monitoring and operational tasks using scripting (Ansible Terraform Helm).
- Support DevSecOps pipeline integration for cloud-based applications.
- Implement best practices for CI/CD and containerized application deployments (OCI / OKE).
- Provide SME guidance on cloud architecture IAM and security posture.
- Develop technical documentation reports and status updates for the COR and program leadership.
- Leverage DOD/DLA-approved AI/ML capabilities to enhance operational efficiency and risk management.
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Must hold Active Secret Clearance
- 5 years in DoD IL5 OCI administration maintenance and support.
- Experience with Information Systems Architecture Security Engineering and Networking in cloud environments.
- Proven expertise in RMF and NIST Certification & Accreditation (C&A).
- Cybersecurity experience including assessment and authorization of large-scale information systems.
- Required Certifications - DoD 8570 baseline certification for IAM Level I or higher Cloud security certification such as CCSP CCSK or OCI Specialty Certification.
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems Cybersecurity or equivalent.
- Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership in large-scale DoD cloud deployments.
- Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills
If you are interested in getting more information about this opportunity please contact Irina Rozenberg at your earliest convenience.
At Ariel Partners we solve the most difficult problems that inhibit technology from enabling our customers to achieve their goals. Our vision is to be recognized by our stakeholders as an elite provider of IT solutions so when they have their biggest challenges we are on their short list. We are looking for team members who share our values of: Integrity to do the right thing even when it hurts; Commitment to the long-term success and happiness of our customers our people and our partners; Courage to take on difficult challenges accept new ideas and accept incremental failure; and the constant pursuit of Excellence.
Ariel Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with federal state and local laws.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Ariel Partners is an IT software consulting firm with experience executing some of the largest and most difficult technology projects.
