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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Analyst (Secret) (4495) - **Company:** Smartronix, LLC - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $103,200.0 - $172,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Xacta, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Software Applications, Software Suite, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Data Integration, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), IBM Maximo, IBM Websphere Application Server, Interoperability, OpenShift, Oracle (Applications), Platform as a Service (PAAS), Cloud Services, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, C4i, Multi-Cloud, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Cloud Migration, Service Stack - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9010537/cloud-analyst-secret-4495 ## About the Role * Must have High School diploma and minimum 1 year experience for junior-level. Must have Bachelor's degree or equivalent certification plus 3 years' experience for mid-level. Must have Bachelor's degree or equivalent certification plus 6 years' experience for senior-level. Must have Master's degree or equivalent certification plus 10 years for SME-level. * Active Security Clearance Required: Secret * Demonstrate ability to support enterprise-scale system integrations and automation projects * Experience establishing and/or managing environments across multiple enclaves and security domains * Familiarity with cloud governance tools (e.g., Xacta, eMASS) and experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes * Ability to develop and maintain technical documentation, infrastructure diagrams, and cloud migration strategies * Understanding of C4I systems * Knowledge of Windows operating environments * Experience with integration of Software with IBM Maximo Application Suite (MAS) Architecture, IBM WebSphere, and Red Hat OpenShift * DoD 8570 compliant certification: CompTia Sec+ Desired Skills & Experience * Prior experience supporting United States Air Force cloud programs (AWS Govcloud) * Cloud certification(s) ## Description SMX is seeking Cloud Analysts (Junior/Mid/Senior) supporting the design and implementation of secure, scalable multi-cloud infrastructure and services in support of enterprise analytics and mission-critical systems for the United States Air Force. In this role, you will translate business or client requirements into secure, cloud-native architecture solutions, guide DevOps automation, and ensure interoperability across a diverse technology stack. You will collaborate with customers, evaluate cloud platforms, and provide subject matter expertise in systems integration, automation, and long-term modernization strategies. Must be familiar with design and implementation, virtualization, operating systems, storage, networking, security, and have technical cloud expertise. Services performed include, but are not limited to, applying management analysis processes, statistical methods, and advanced technical and analytical research techniques to determine cloud solutions based on client cloud migration and deployment requirements. Analyze operational activities to obtain a quantitative, rational basis for decision making and resource allocation. Employs process improvements and reengineering methodologies and principles for modernization of cloud-based systems and projects. Provides integral support in mission requirements determination, conceptualization, design, development, testing, verification and validation, documentation, and implementation of system applications., * Support cross-functional teams through execution of enterprise cloud initiatives across IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and Kubernetes-based platforms within DoD environments * Assist in designing, architecting, and optimizing secure cloud solutions in AWS, Azure, Google, and/or Oracle environments * Understand cloud-native architectures that support data integration, analytics, and automation requirements * Support the design and implementation of on-premises to cloud migration strategies * Provide support for cloud-based networks/computers/servers/appliances or other devices * Perform data network emulation/virtualization, analysis, and planning for cloud-based solutions * Analyze systems and associated network and computer security measures implementation in accordance with the Cloud Service Offering levels and FedRAMP * Has demonstrated knowledge of AWS GovCloud IL2 thru IL6 environments (Azure, Google, and Oracle experience also accepted) * Support infrastructure security design, patching, and compliance documentation to support governance and ATO processes * Ensure cloud infrastructure aligns with organizational policies, cost controls, and technical roadmaps * Able to interact with clients, peers, management, and senior technical leads in a constantly evolving environment to ensure a positive customer experience and atmosphere in the workplace ## Related Videos - [This Is Not Your Father's .NET](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/967-this-is-not-your-father-s-net) - [The Cloud is Calling: Answer with In-Demand Skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/945-the-cloud-is-calling-answer-with-in-demand-skills) - [From Zero to Hero: Launch & Manage Your Cloud Apps with Free OpenShift & Red Hat Developer Hub](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1023-from-zero-to-hero-launch-manage-your-cloud-apps-with-free-openshift-red-hat-developer-hub) - [30 powerful AWS hacks in just 30 minutes: Boost your developer productivity](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1624-30-powerful-aws-hacks-in-just-30-minutes-boost-your-developer-productivity) - [Seriously gaming your cloud expertise: from cloud tourist to cloud native](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/373-seriously-gaming-your-cloud-expertise-from-cloud-tourist-to-cloud-native) - [From Code to Motion: Building an Autonomous Hat-Hunting Robot with Kubernetes & ML](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1609-from-code-to-motion-building-an-autonomous-hat-hunting-robot-with-kubernetes-ml) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence)