Cloud Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Cloud Engineer with Security Clearance
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer – Secret Clearance Required

Location:

North Charleston, SC
Clearance:
Active Secret or higher

Certifications:

Security+ (Required) About the Role Join a mission-driven team modernizing critical Department of Defense (DoD) systems through cutting-edge cloud technologies. As a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, you will design, build, and maintain secure, scalable cloud environments that enable rapid deployment, operational efficiency, and enterprise automation. This is an opportunity to work on high-impact projects that directly support national security initiatives. What You’ll Do Architect and Automate:
Design and implement cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and CI/CD pipelines to streamline provisioning and operations.
Optimize Performance:
Develop and refine cloud architectures for cost efficiency, security, scalability, and high availability.
Enhance Resilience:
Build tools for monitoring, scaling, backup, and disaster recovery to ensure mission continuity.
Drive

Innovation: Research emerging technologies and integrate best practices for enterprise automation and DoD systems modernization.
Lead Migration Efforts:
Support cloud migration initiatives and troubleshoot complex, multi-system issues across hybrid environments.
Document and Improve:
Deliver technical documentation and recommend process improvements to strengthen cloud governance. Required Skills & Experience Active Secret Clearance (or higher)
Security+ Certification
3+ years of hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
Proven expertise in cloud infrastructure design and support
Strong proficiency with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., Terraform, Cloud Formation)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks
Solid understanding of cloud security principles and compliance standards

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with DoD systems or other highly regulated environments
Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Cloud Watch, Prometheus, ELK)
Advanced certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Architect, etc.) Compensation $110,000 to $125,000 per year annual salary. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law.