Senior Cloud Engineer

Peraton


Job Location:

Washington, DC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 112000 - 179000
Posted on: 10 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsibilities

Position Overview

We are seeking a cleared highly skilled Cloud Engineer to support a mission-critical program within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The ideal candidate will design implement secure automate and maintain cloud infrastructure supporting enterprise and mission systems. This role requires strong technical expertise in cloud technologies infrastructure automation cybersecurity best practices and collaboration across engineering and operations teams.

The successful candidate will work in a secure fast-paced environment supporting cloud modernization initiatives while ensuring compliance with federal security and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design deploy configure and maintain secure cloud infrastructure in AWS Microsoft Azure and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform AWS CloudFormation and/or Azure Resource Manager (ARM)/Bicep.
  • Automate infrastructure provisioning application deployments and operational workflows using CI/CD pipelines.
  • Implement and manage containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Monitor cloud environments for performance availability capacity and security.
  • Implement cloud security controls in accordance with NIST 800-53 DOE cybersecurity requirements Zero Trust principles and federal compliance standards.
  • Support identity and access management (IAM) network segmentation encryption logging and auditing.
  • Troubleshoot infrastructure networking and application issues across hybrid cloud environments.
  • Collaborate with software developers cybersecurity engineers system administrators and government stakeholders to deliver scalable cloud solutions.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation architecture diagrams standard operating procedures and configuration management records.
  • Participate in system upgrades vulnerability remediation disaster recovery planning and continuity of operations activities.
  • Support Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and security assessments as required.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • 8 years of experience supporting enterprise IT infrastructure including at least 3 years in cloud engineering or cloud operations with Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or related discipline. Or 12 years of relevant experience with a High School diploma.
  • Experience designing and administering cloud environments in AWS Azure and/or GCP.
  • Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform CloudFormation ARM/Bicep).
  • Experience with scripting and automation using PowerShell Python Bash and/or similar languages.
  • Experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI Jenkins GitHub Actions and/or Azure DevOps.
  • Strong understanding of networking concepts including DNS VPNs load balancing routing firewalls and virtual networking.
  • Experience with Linux and Windows Server administration.
  • Knowledge of cloud security services including IAM Key Management Services (KMS) Security Groups NSGs CloudTrail Azure Monitor and/or equivalent technologies.
  • Familiarity with container platforms including Docker and Kubernetes.

Security Clearance Requirements

  • Active DOE Q Clearance DOE L Clearance or an active Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain the required DOE security clearance.
  • Must be eligible to work within secure federal government environments.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting Department of Energy Department of Defense or other federal agencies.
  • 9 years of experience supporting enterprise IT infrastructure including at least 3 years in cloud engineering or cloud operations.
  • Experience with hybrid cloud architectures.
  • Familiarity with VMware Nutanix and/or other virtualization technologies.
  • Experience implementing Zero Trust Architecture.
  • Experience with monitoring tools such as Splunk Prometheus Grafana ELK Stack and/or Cloud-native monitoring platforms.
  • Knowledge of backup disaster recovery and high availability solutions.
  • Experience supporting classified or sensitive government environments.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to effectively work both independently and within cross-functional teams.
  • Commitment to utilizing security-first engineering practices.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a mission-driven environment.
  • Strong customer service mindset and attention to detail.

Certifications (One or More Preferred)

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate or Professional
  • AWS Certified SysOps Administrator
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • Google Professional Cloud Engineer
  • HashiCorp Terraform Associate
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
  • Security
  • CISSP
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

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

$112000 - $179000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position the individuals experience education knowledge skills and competencies as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position employees may be eligible for overtime shift differential and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veterans or other characteristics protected by law.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

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