Cloud Engineer; hybrid - onsite Security Clearance

Position: Cloud Engineer (hybrid - 3x/week onsite) with Security Clearance
Job Title:

Cloud Engineer

Location:

Bethesda, MD (Hybrid - Minimum 3 days onsite)
Clearance Requirement:
Active TS/SCI, CI Poly Plus3 IT Systems is an expert IT services firm specializing in Cloud, AI, and advanced technical solutions. For over ten years, we have been trusted architects supporting the Federal Government with innovative multi-cloud infrastructure, secure guardrails, and data engineering. We offer a direct path to meaningful, challenging mission impact in a culture where your expertise and innovative ideas are truly valued and heard.

Come solve the hard problems with us. Plus3 IT Systems is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Cloud Engineer to join our technical operations team. As a Cloud Engineer on the team, you will primarily focus on designing, deploying, and optimizing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure. While the primary focus is cloud engineering, the role includes minor responsibilities related to traditional system administration, providing clear visibility into the end-to-end operational health of our services.

This role requires at least three days a week onsite and is not eligible for fully remote.

What You’ll Do:

●​ Cloud Infrastructure Management:
Administer and maintain core cloud services ●​ Deployment and Automation:
Assist in the deployment of cloud-native applications and infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Cloud Formation/ARM Templates. ●​ Monitoring and Maintenance:
Configure and manage monitoring and logging tools to proactively identify and resolve issues, ensuring high availability and system health ●​ Security & Compliance:
Support the implementation of basic security protocols, including vulnerability patching, endpoint protection, and adhering to compliance policies under senior guidance. ●​ Documentation:
Create and maintain accurate technical documentation, including asset inventories, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and user guides. ●​ System Administration:
Perform routine system administration tasks for both Linux and Windows operating systems, including patching, configuration, troubleshooting, and performance tuning. QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements:

●​ Active TS/SCI, CI Poly required ●​ Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline ●​ Experience in a Cloud Engineer, Dev Ops, or highly Cloud-focused System Administrator role ●​ 3+ years of hands-on experience in IT support, helpdesk operations, system administration, or related technical roles ●​ Experience managing infrastructure on a major public cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure) ●​ Understanding of core cloud computing concepts (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, serverless computing) ●​ Demonstrable understanding of Microsoft Windows Server environments (Active Directory, Group Policy) ●​ Foundational knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs) ●​ Experience troubleshooting common Windows/Linux OS issues and hardware failures ●​ Solid understanding of Linux and/or Windows Server administration fundamentals.

●​ Active Certifications (e.g., Cloud Certifications, Security+ or other IAT II/III level certification) ●​ U.S. Citizenship is required for federal contract support Preferred

Skills:

●​ Proven ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and communicate technical information clearly to non-technical users ●​ IaC: experience with tools like Terraform, Cloud Formation, or Ansible ●​ Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Gitlab CI, Azure Dev Ops) ●​ Basic proficiency in a scripting language such as Power Shell or Python ●​

Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) What You’ll Love About Plus3: ●​ Direct Impact:
You will ensure our internal teams remain operational and secure, directly supporting their ability to deliver solutions to our federal clients. ●​ Agile & Collaborative:
Work in a highly collaborative environment where your ideas are heard, and you can quickly adapt and innovate. ●​ Invested in You:
Your growth is our priority. We offer a culture of continuous learning and support designed to keep your skills sharp and help you advance…