_{29th May, 2026}

Role: Senior Cloud Engineer.
Location: Ft Meade, MD (100% onsite).
 
Salary: $180K - $210K
Clearance: Secret / TS SC.
CERT: Current DoD 8140 IAT Level II (Security+ or higher).
 
Job Description:
Seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to support multiple U.S. Coalition Mission Partner Environments (MPE) in an operational DOW environment, each with a unique set of data, applications, and information systems.

This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and sustaining a secure Azure-based network within a classified DOW environment supporting virtual MPE network infrastructure. This role will provide senior-level engineering expertise across cloud architecture, identity, and networking within an isolated, secure environment.
 
This position is a demanding, high-energy role that requires both deep Azure cloud technical expertise and soft skills to drive program initiatives. The ideal candidate excels in analytical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, time management, and the ability to translate complex concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

The Senior Cloud Engineer reports to the Chief Architect and joins a multidisciplinary organization that delivers excellence in cloud-native environments.
 
Responsibilities:

• Design and maintain secure cloud infrastructure within an Azure environment, supporting application deployment and platform services.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Azure ARM templates, or Bicep.
• Configure and manage Azure Firewall, ExpressRoute, VNET, VPN Gateway, VLAN segmentation, and DNS.
• Engineer and maintain enterprise identity solutions using Microsoft Entra ID, AD, SSO/Federation, and ICAM solutions such as PingFederate.
• Implement and maintain secure boundary controls, PKI infrastructure, and encryption solutions.
• Support the deployment and operation of enterprise platforms such as Elasticsearch and O365 in the Azure cloud.
• Support encryption, data tagging, and secure data sharing with enterprise Data Centric Security (DCS) solutions such as Virtru.
• Create network diagrams, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and maintain implementation/audit-ready artifacts.
• Support RMF documentation, security assessments, and compliance activities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to mid-level cloud engineers.
• Design disaster recovery and business continuity solutions in the Azure cloud.
• Support cloud cost optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement cloud adoption strategies.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Required Skills:

• U.S. Citizen.
• Active Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information indoctrination (TS/SCI).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 12+ years of cloud experience, including at least 6 years of hands-on cloud experience with Microsoft Azure cloud.
• Current DoD 8140 IAT Level II (Security+ or higher).
• Ability to work 5 days per week onsite.
• Hands-on experience:
• Supporting Federal / DoW environments with compliance requirements.
• Applying Zero Trust principles in a cloud environment.
• Expertise with cloud computing technologies across Windows and Linux, with demonstrated hands-on experience in Compute, Storage, and Networking domains in the Azure cloud.
• Knowledge of Azure monitoring, Microsoft Sentinel, including Log Analytics (KQL).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and Azure CLI.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate solution.
• Highly developed interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, with the ability to effectively and professionally interact with a diverse set of stakeholders (from peers to end-users to executive management).

Desired Skills:

• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• Azure certifications (AZ-104 and/or AZ-305 and/or AZ-500 preferred).
• Experience administering an ICAM solution such as PingFederate.
• Experience integrating Virtru or similar encryption/data protection platforms.
• Prior experience supporting ATO packages and control implementation statements.

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