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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cloud Engineer - **Company:** Pantheon Inc - **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Bash Shell, Microsoft Outlook, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), Github, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, Network Security, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Role-Based Access Control, Cloud Services, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Vulnerability Management, Scripting, Software Modules, Delivery Pipeline, Large Language Models, Grafana, Generative AI, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Kubernetes, Machine Learning Operations, Opsworks, Cloudwatch, Terraform, Devsecops - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88044132/1 ## About the Role * Cloud Expertise: 7+ years of hands-on experience with AWS, with at least 3 years specifically in AWS GovCloud. * AI/ML Infrastructure: Familiarity with managing LLM infrastructure and RAG pipelines. * Infrastructure as Code: Terraform skills, including module development and remote state management in a cross-account environment. * Networking & Security: Advanced knowledge of VPC architecture (Transit Gateways, PrivateLink, VPC Endpoints), IAM (ABAC/RBAC), and encryption via AWS KMS. * Operational Tooling: Proficiency with AWS Systems Manager (SSM) for fleet management, AWS Config for compliance tracking, and Grafana/CloudWatch for observability. * Compliance Frameworks: Understanding of FedRAMP High, NIST SP 800-53, CMMC v2/3 technical controls. * Ability to work effectively remotely in cross-functional teams. * Ability to meet deadlines and produce quality work. * Proficient in Microsoft Suite software including Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint. Preferred Skills and Experience * Scripting: Advanced Python or bash for custom automation and Lambda-based lifecycle hooks. * Kubernetes: Operational experience with Amazon EKS, specifically cluster upgrades and worker node group troubleshooting. * Certification: AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate. * Leadership: Experience in mentoring junior engineers and contributing to architectural review boards (ARB). ## Description Pantheon Data is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to lead the operational management and technical support of AWS GovCloud (US) environments. This role is critical in hosting secure federal workloads, including Generative AI (Bedrock) and ML (SageMaker) applications. You will ensure 99.9% availability, maintain compliance with NIST 800-53 Rev 5 and CMMC 2.0 Level 2, and serve as the primary technical escalation point for developers and DevSecOps engineers., * Environment Management: Provision and manage multi-account AWS GovCloud environments using Terraform and AWS Organizations, ensuring strict isolation of CUI, commercial data. * Cloud Operations & Monitoring: Execute day-to-day operations including automated patching (AWS Systems Manager), backup verification (AWS Backup), and continuous monitoring via Amazon CloudWatch and CloudTrail. * Security & Compliance Ops: Perform regular security updates, image hardening (AMI/Container), and vulnerability remediation based on Amazon Inspector and Security Hub findings. Ensure all endpoints meet FIPS 140-3 requirements. * CI/CD & Dev Support: Partner with DevSecOps to integrate GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS) into deployment workflows and provide deep-dive troubleshooting for developer-facing cloud environment issues (e.g., IAM policy debugging, VPC routing, and EKS connectivity). * Incident Response: Lead root-cause analysis for performance bottlenecks and service interruptions in production and staging environments., * If this position is assigned to a Pantheon Data office location or client site, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for specific client requirements. ## Related Videos - [5 steps for running a Kubernetes environment at scale](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/88-5-steps-for-running-a-kubernetes-environment-at-scale) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [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) - [All your telemetry data from any source in one place](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/57-all-your-telemetry-data-from-any-source-in-one-place) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) ## 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) - [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) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again)