Cloud Engineer, Azure with Security Clearance

Job Description

Support Kubernetes platform administration including cluster operations, deployments, scaling, and troubleshooting
Maintain and administer Linux-based environments supporting cloud-native workloads
Support hybrid cloud networking and secure connectivity across distributed environments
Implement automation using scripting and Infrastructure as Code methodologies
Monitor platform health, performance, and system reliability across cloud resources
Assist with cloud optimization initiatives including resource utilization and cost management
Support implementation of security controls, hardening activities, and compliance requirements for Navy-accredited cloud environments
Collaborate with DevSecOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native delivery workflows
Troubleshoot cloud infrastructure issues and participate in operational support activities during peak mission periods
Maintain documentation, architecture artifacts, and operational procedures

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance
• 5 years of experience administering cloud infrastructure environments
• Hands-on experience supporting Microsoft Azure cloud environments
• Experience supporting Kubernetes platforms and containerized applications
• Experience administering Linux operating systems in enterprise environments
• Experience troubleshooting cloud infrastructure, networking, and platform services
• Experience working within government, defense, or regulated environments preferred
• Ability to work onsite a minimum of three days per week in College Park, MD

Qualifications Required

• Technical Skills: Microsoft Azure Administration, Kubernetes Administration and Operations, Linux Administration, Cloud Networking Concepts, Infrastructure Automation and Scripting, Identity and Access Management, Monitoring and Logging Solutions, Container Technologies, CI/CD Concepts and Platform Operations, Security Best Practices for Cloud Environment
• Certifications: One active baseline certification from Security+, CySA+, GSEC, CCNA Security, Linux+, RedHat, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

Additional Information

• We Value: Drive, Commitment to Quality, Customer Focus, Communication, Technical Skills, Business Acumen
• What we offer: Ability to make a noticeable difference for the organization and our customers, tremendous growth opportunity, complex but interesting challenges to improve the depth and breadth of your technical and business skills, competitive pay and benefits