Cloud/DevOps Systems Engineer Beltsville, MD
Listed on 2026-07-19
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer, Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, IT Consultant
Cloud/Dev Ops Systems Engineer job tsville, MD.
ResponsibilitiesPeraton is seeking to hire a Cloud/Dev Ops Systems Engineer to become part of Peraton’s Department of State (DoS) Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective and secure business processes. The DSCM program encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical, and administrative support to aid and advise DoS Cyber & Technology Security (CTS) Directorate.
This includes protecting a global cyber infrastructure comprising networks, systems, information, and mobile devices all while identifying and responding to cyber risks and threats.
Location:
Rosslyn, VA or Beltsville, MD. On-site.
In this role, you will:
- Play a vital role in integrating Cribl into our infrastructure while leveraging Azure cloud services and Service Now to bolster our cybersecurity efforts.
- Perform Azure Cloud Administration:
- Manage and optimize Azure resources: storage, networking, compute, and Identity Access Management (IAM).
Architect, deploy, and optimize Azure cloud solutions, implementing security best practices and compliance protocols.
- Need to have Terraform Proficiency:
- Modify and work with Terraform modules for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) deployments.
- Perform Application Migration:
- Lead migration projects of on-premises applications and servers to Azure, including configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Need to have and apply Systems Administration
Experience:
- Solid background in IT systems administration or systems engineering with exposure to Cisco, VMware, clusters, and server management.
- Utilize Version Control and Automation:
- Utilize GIT for version control; implement automation using Ansible and Azure Dev Ops.
- Basic scripting knowledge in Power Shell and Bash for process automation.
- Overall:
- Have proven experience in cybersecurity operations, specifically with Cribl, Azure, and Service Now.
- Have strong understanding of cloud security principles and incident management workflows.
- Have familiarity with threat intelligence frameworks and data analytics methodologies.
- Have demonstrated excellent communication and documentation skills.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 9 years’ of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of the degree requirement.
- Ability to obtain/maintain prior to start date ONE
of the following certifications:CASP+ CE, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CCNP Security, CEH, CFR, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), Cloud+, CySA+, GCED, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, SCYBER, VCA DCV, PPDA, Agile IC, SNOW App Dev.
- Have Crible, Azure Cloud, Service Now and Terraform experience.
- Have systems administration or systems engineering experience with exposure to Cisco, VMware, clusters, and server management.
- Experience with Version Control and Automation.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- An active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a final Top Secret clearance.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with Docker and container orchestration.
- Understanding of Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) practices.
$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
EEOEEO:
Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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