Senior Cloud Developer Engineer

The Cloud Developer Engineer will help design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructures in support of mission-critical operations, with a strong focus on security monitoring and threat detection. This role supports complex cloud environments by leveraging modern Dev Ops tools and practices, collaborating across teams to solve technical challenges.

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

• Supporting AWS, Azure, Oracle, and GCP cloud services and infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM templates
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to a specific cloud environment
• Implementing Cloud security best practices
• Leveraging Azure data services such as Azure Monitor, Azure Logging Analytics, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, and Azure Policy to ensure security posture and compliance.
• Writing and maintaining automation scripts in Power Shell, Python, or Azure CLI and executing them using services such as Logic Apps, Azure Automation, and Azure Functions.
• Configuring network security groups (NSGs), application gateways, and other network controls to protect cloud resources
• Managing Cloud compute, storage, networking, and database services
• Applying security best practices and compliance standards while collaborating effectively across teams to address complex technical needs

• An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.
• 5-7 years of experience in cloud computing with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure, and AWS
• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ additional years of IT experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience designing and deploying Cloud-based solutions tools, and working with Dev Ops tools such as Azure Dev Ops, Jenkins, Gitlab, AWS Code Star, Docker, etc.
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools like ARM templates, Terraform, Ansible, or BICEP
• Familiarity with cloud template technologies including Azure Resource Manager, Git Hub Enterprise, Git Lab, and architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman
• Experience automating workflows using scripting tools such as Power Shell, Bash, Python, YAML, JSON, or Ansible
• DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification (e.g., CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, CND, SSCP) or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

• Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, and experience with other cloud platforms like AWS or Google Cloud Platform
• Familiarity with the Atlassian tool suite, specifically JIRA and Confluence.
• Understanding of Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS)-199, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-53A, NIST SP 800-37, and DoD Cloud Security Requirements Guide
• Microsoft certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Solutions Expert in Cloud Platform and Infrastructure, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Frequently communicates with co‑workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on‑site may be required for Federal positions)
• Group Medical Insurance options:
  Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employee premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options))
• Group Dental Insurance:
  GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Benefit Option