Cloud Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to support, optimize, and secure self-managed environments running on SIPRNet across VMware and Azure, hosted on RHEL servers within DISA. This role focuses on automation, security, Linux administration, and operational efficiency within a classified environment, ensuring mission-critical systems remain secure, scalable, and compliant with DoD security standards.

Active Secret Clearance Required

ONSITE 5 DAYS A WEEK AT DISA FORT MEADE

• Maintain and optimize self-managed Kubernetes clusters hosted on SIPRNet (VMware and Azure) running on RHEL servers.
• Automate infrastructure deployments and configurations using Terraform, Ansible, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Enhance CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git Lab, and Nexus to support secure and efficient software delivery.
• Ensure compliance with DoD security frameworks, including STIGs, FedRAMP, and SCCA.

• Proficiency in Linux system administration, particularly RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux). Experience securing and maintaining Linux-based Kubernetes clusters.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Ansible) for automated infrastructure management.
• Hands-on experience with Dev Sec Ops  tools, such as Jenkins, Git Lab, and Nexus.
• Knowledge of DoD security frameworks, including STIGs, FedRAMP, and SCCA.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize Kubernetes, Linux (RHEL), and cloud workloads for security, cost, and performance.
• Scripting experience with Bash, Power Shell, or Python for automation.

• Experience with RHEL STIG compliance and security hardening.
• Experience securing Kubernetes environments, including network policies, encryption, and runtime security.
• Familiarity with cost optimization strategies for cloud and on-prem environments.
• Understanding of hybrid cloud integrations between VMware and Azure SIPR environments.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in classified, high-security environments.

Trillion is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, religion, gender, native origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.