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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Junior Cloud Engineer - **Company:** Koniag Services, Inc. - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Github, Python (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Windows PowerShell, Scrum Methodology, Cloud Services, Ansible, YAML, Circleci, Pulumi, Scripting, Google Cloud, Multi-Cloud, HybridCloud, Cloudformation, SC Clearance, Gitlab-ci, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Terraform, Jenkins - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9110627/junior-cloud-engineer ## About the Role Required * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university. * Minimum of one entry-level cloud certification from a major cloud provider, including but not limited to: * Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) * AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner * Google Cloud Certified: Cloud Digital Leader or Associate Cloud Engineer * Or an equivalent entry-level certification from a recognized cloud provider Minimum of 2 years of experience in a cloud computing or cloud engineering role, utilizing one or more of the following platforms: Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Active Secret Clearance or higher. Desired * Associate-level or higher cloud certification from a major cloud provider, including but not limited to, * Foundational knowledge of cloud services and cloud computing concepts, including IaaS and PaaS offerings, on one or more of the following platforms: Microsoft Azure, AWS, or GCP. * Effective communication skills in English - both written and oral - with the ability to communicate clearly with technical team members and stakeholders. * Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment under the direction of senior engineers and a technical lead. * Basic experience with or exposure to YAML-based CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, CircleCI, or equivalent. * Basic experience with or exposure to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Pulumi, Ansible, CloudFormation, or equivalent. * Foundational scripting knowledge in one or more languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python, including basic logical constructs such as if/else, loops, and error handling. * Familiarity with Cloud-Native and Hybrid cloud architecture concepts. * Understanding of the DevOps lifecycle and a desire to grow within it. * Familiarity with Change and Configuration Management best practices. * Experience with or exposure to Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum. * Eagerness to learn, grow, and take on increasing technical responsibility over time. Desired Skills and Competencies: * Associate-level or higher certification in Azure, AWS, or GCP. * Experience supporting federal government IT environments. * Familiarity with FISMA Moderate and/or FISMA High compliance requirements. * Exposure to Kanban methodology. * Foundational knowledge of cloud security best practices and federal compliance frameworks. * Familiarity with Terraform Open Source in CI/CD-driven solutions. * Experience working across multiple cloud platforms in a hybrid or multi-cloud environment. ## Description The Junior Cloud Engineer will serve as a contributing member of a focused, small team responsible for supporting cloud service offerings used by a federal agency to modernize and migrate systems to the cloud. Working under the guidance of senior engineers and the team lead, the Junior Cloud Engineer will assist in the design, implementation, and day-to-day support of cloud solutions across one or more major cloud platforms, including Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role provides an excellent opportunity to grow technical skills in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. Principal responsibilities will include but are not limited to: * Assist in the support and maintenance of cloud service offerings operating at FISMA Moderate and FISMA High security levels. * Work collaboratively with senior engineers, the Scrum Master, and security engineers to contribute to the build and ongoing improvement of cloud service offerings. * Assist in the implementation of proof of concepts and pilots for various cloud solutions under the direction of senior team members. * Support the development of operational plans, documentation, and implementation plans for solutions used to access and leverage cloud platforms. * Assist in building and maintaining YAML-based CI/CD pipelines leveraging tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, CircleCI, or similar. * Support Infrastructure as Code (IaC) efforts using tools such as Terraform, Pulumi, Ansible, or similar under the guidance of senior engineers. * Develop and maintain basic scripting solutions using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar languages to support operational and automation tasks. * Partner with senior engineers and operations teams to troubleshoot automation issues and contribute to practical solutions that move projects forward. * Support Change and Configuration Management processes in accordance with team best practices. * Participate in Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives. * Contribute to a team culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. * Research and evaluate emerging cloud technologies and solutions across Azure, AWS, and/or GCP, presenting findings to the team as directed. ## Related Videos - [CI/CD with Github Actions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/856-ci-cd-with-github-actions) - [My journey into DevOps world - How it all started!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/545-my-journey-into-devops-world-how-it-all-started) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [#90DaysOfDevOps - The DevOps Learning Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/548-90daysofdevops-the-devops-learning-journey) - [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) ## 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) - [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) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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