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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Engineer II - **Company:** BVG CONSULTING, LLC - **Location:** Albuquerque, NM, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $165,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Network Address Translation, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Github, Subnetting, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Architecture, Routing, Network Segmentation, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Remote Access Technology, Azure Active Directory, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Virtual Machines, Computer Networking Systems, Load Balancing, Cloud Platform System, Azure Powershell, Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, Information Technology, Bicep, Terraform, Azure Resource Manager - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9054646/cloud-engineer-ii ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field with * 6+ years of experience in cloud engineering, network engineering, systems administration, cybersecurity, or Infrastructure operations. An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree requirement * Three or more years of hands-on cloud infrastructure experience, including at least two years supporting Microsoft Azure * Experience designing resilient cloud architectures using redundancy, availability zones, automated recovery, backups, and tested disaster-recovery procedures * Demonstrated integrity, teamwork, technical judgement, professional communication, and commitment to mission success * Experience supporting Azure Government, federal cloud environments, or classified information systems * Experience supporting Department of Energy, NNSA, national laboratory, Department of Defense, intelligence community, or other national-security missions * Experience using Infrastructure as Code and automation tools such as Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, PowerShell, Azure CLI, Git, Azure DevOps, or GitHub Actions * Experience administering Azure virtual machines, storage, virtual networks, network security groups, load balancers, firewalls, VPN gateways, monitoring, backup, and recovery services * Strong knowledge and working background of TCP/IP, subnetting, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, NAT, VPNs, firewalls, network segmentation, and secure remote connectivity * Experience integrating Azure environments with on-premises data centers, Active Directory, enterprise networks, and remote operating locations * Experience with Microsoft Entra ID, role-based access control, managed identities, privileged access, and least-privilege principles * Current and active DOE Q Clearance and DoD Top Secret Clearance with the ability to acquire an SCI. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance and access authorizations required for the position, This position requires a TS/SCI and Q clearance. To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age and requires US citizenship. All successful applicants must complete a new employment drug test and maintain a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified material. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer II to join our team supporting the NEST Communication Program. This role will support the design, implementation, security, automation, and sustainment of cloud and hybrid network infrastructure supporting Department of Energy Nuclear Emergency Support Team Operations. 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