Cloud Developer

DescriptionTEKsystems is seeking a Cloud Developer to support Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) in Mary Esther, FL. This position plays a critical role in designing, developing, deploying, and sustaining secure cloud-based solutions that support mission-critical command and control operations. The selected candidate will work within a highly integrated team environment alongside government, prime contractor, and technical stakeholders to modernize enterprise systems, improve operational resilience, and deliver secure cloud capabilities supporting AFSOC missions worldwide.

The Cloud Developer will be responsible for building and maintaining scalable AWS cloud solutions while supporting infrastructure automation, deployment pipelines, cloud modernization efforts, and secure application hosting. This individual will contribute to all phases of the cloud development lifecycle, including architecture, implementation, testing, deployment, optimization, and ongoing production support.

The role requires hands-on experience with AWS cloud services, Infrastructure as Code, containerization, and Dev Sec Ops  practices to deliver high-performing and secure cloud environments. The successful candidate will help troubleshoot complex cloud-related issues, implement automation solutions, maintain security compliance, and support cloud-hosted applications across development, test, and production environments.

This position directly supports AFSOC's mission by enabling cloud-based Command, Control, and Mission Systems (C2MS) that leverage IL5 and IL6 AWS environments, global command-and-control networks, and mission applications utilized in both garrison and deployed operations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, possess strong technical problem-solving skills, and be passionate about supporting national defense missions through innovative cloud technologies.

Skillsaws, aws lambda, linux+, redhat

Top Skills Detailsaws,aws lambda,linux+,redhat

Additional

Skills & Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess an active Secret Clearance and U.S. Citizenship, along with a Bachelor's degree in a related technical field or equivalent experience. Candidates should have 5+ years of IT experience, including at least 2 years supporting enterprise-level cloud environments in production. Strong hands-on experience with AWS services such as Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS, and AWS CLI is required, along with Infrastructure as Code experience leveraging Cloud Formation and Ansible.

Candidates should also have experience building and supporting CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git Lab CI, and Git Hub Actions, as well as Docker containerization, Linux (RHEL) and Windows administration, and scripting using Python and Bash.

Successful candidates will bring experience supporting Dev Sec Ops  environments and secure cloud architectures, including Identity and Access Management technologies such as IAM, Active Directory, PKI, and Keycloak. The role requires the ability to troubleshoot cloud applications across development, test, and production environments while maintaining compliance with RMF, STIG, and SCAP security requirements.

Experience with Git Hub and Git Lab version control, strong documentation skills, and the ability to solve complex technical problems are essential. Experience supporting DoD, SOCOM, or AFSOC programs is highly preferred, while Linux+, Red Hat SSO, and cloud migration experience are considered strong differentiators.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Walton Beach, FL.Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $135000.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many…