Senior Cloud Engineer – DoD Enterprise Cloud Operations (remote)
Job Family: Software Development & Support (Digital) Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Active Secret What You Will Do: Provide advanced technical leadership for cloud computing support and administration within Department of Defense environments. Plan and lead cloud infrastructure management activities, including provisioning, optimization, and recovery of mission-critical systems. Coordinate updates for PaaS/SaaS offerings, decommission obsolete services, and assist in defining best practices and security standards. Serve as a technical authority in cloud operations and may supervise engineering teams to ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity and governance requirements. Key Responsibilities:
- Lead cloud environment management activities, including provisioning, maintenance, optimization, and disaster recovery.
- Coordinate updates for approved PaaS/SaaS offerings and manage decommissioning of obsolete cloud services.
- Assist in defining and implementing cloud service best practices and security standards aligned with DoD and NIST guidelines.
- Evaluate cloud performance metrics and recommend major changes to improve reliability, scalability, and mission readiness.
- Function as a technical expert in cloud administration and automation, guiding teams in secure and efficient operations.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and senior leadership to align cloud strategies with DoD mission objectives.
- Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity frameworks, RMF requirements, and governance policies throughout all cloud activities.
What You Will Need:
- U.S. citizenship.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “Secret” security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
- At least 9 years of relevant experience.
- Extensive experience in cloud engineering and administration within DoD, federal or similar environments.
- Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, DoD-approved environments) and automation tools.
- Expertise in cloud security, compliance, and performance optimization.
- Familiarity with NIST standards, RMF processes, and DoD governance requirements.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills for interfacing with technical teams and senior management.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- Active “SECRET” or higher-level clearance preferred.
The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. What We Offer: Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include:
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
- Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
- Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Care.com annual membership
- Employee Assistance Program
- Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
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