Senior Cloud Engineer

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct training sessions and workshops on Azure services and best practices tailored for DoD applications.
• Provide one-on-one coaching to teams on cloud architecture, development, and deployment processes.
• Aid in the design and implementation of Azure-based solutions that meet security and compliance requirements.
• Evaluate team skills and create customized learning plans.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to align cloud strategies with organizational goals.
• Stay updated on Azure advancements and DoD cloud computing policies to provide relevant guidance.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing among team members to enhance collective expertise.

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizen with at least an active Top Secret security clearance and the ability to obtain a SCI prior to your start date.
• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of experience or a Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience.
• Proven experience in cloud computing, specifically with Microsoft Azure.
• Understanding of DoD compliance and security requirements for cloud services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coach and mentor teams.
• Experience in Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• US Citizen with an active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or similar certification.
• Familiarity with the deployment and maintenance of Azure Cloud Edge devices on classified networks.
• Experience developing enterprise solutions on classified cloud environments, especially Azure US Government Secret or TSP.
• Previous experience working with DoD or government projects.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) in Azure.
• Experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of cloud governance and cost management practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing environments.

About the Role

The Defense Sector at Leidos is looking for an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to support a fast-paced program with the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. We are seeking an experienced Azure Coach to guide our Department of Defense (DoD) program teams in leveraging Microsoft Azure to optimize their cloud solutions.

Requirements

This role requires on-site work, and the primary location is in Omaha, NE. Candidates located near Lorton, VA will also be considered.

Skills

Skills required for this role include but are not limited to: experience in cloud computing, specifically with Microsoft Azure, understanding of DoD compliance and security requirements for cloud services, strong communication and interpersonal skills, experience in Agile methodologies and DevOps practices, familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) in Azure, experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines, knowledge of cloud governance and cost management practices, and strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing environments.

Benefits

At Leidos, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $131,300.00 - $237,350.00.

Schedule

The primary location for this role is in Omaha, NE. Candidates located near Lorton, VA will also be considered.