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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # CLOUD ENGINEER, SENIOR - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $166,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Application Release Automation, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Identity and Access Management, Interoperability, Python (Programming Language), Platform as a Service (PAAS), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Cloud Services, Zero Trust Network Access, Data Logging, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Istio, Multi-Cloud, Cloudformation, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Cloud Optimization, Terraform, Devsecops, Docker - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1f3fa6b892c1642e ## About the Role * Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD * Active TS/SCI clearance. * Candidate must meet ONE: + Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Technology, or related field; OR + Equivalent documented experience in enterprise cloud engineering within regulated or DoD contexts. * IT/cloud engineering experience with 4+ years in cloud architecture/implementation and migration. * Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS/Azure/GCP), IaC tools (Terraform/CloudFormation), CI/CD tooling, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and cloud security controls. * Strong knowledge of RMF/ATO workflows, STIG/CSG application to cloud services, logging/monitoring solutions, and IAM/Zero Trust patterns. * Proven skills in automation, scripting (Python/PowerShell), performance tuning, and operational runbook development. Desired Qualifications * AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert. * Prior DoD/Army/ARNG cloud implementation experience; familiarity with DISA/DoDIN guidance. * Experience with container orchestration at scale, service mesh, cloud cost optimization, and multi-cloud/hybrid federation. * Demonstrated ability to produce CONOPS, ROMs/COAs, and executive-level briefings ## Description We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Cloud Engineer to join our team in the greater DMV area, supporting the Army National Guard. Responsibilities * Design, deploy, and optimize enterprise cloud infrastructure (IaaS/PaaS) to meet DoD/Army security, performance, and resiliency requirements. * Lead cloud migration and modernization efforts: assess workloads, develop migration plans, execute cutovers, and validate post-migration performance. * Implement and maintain automation and DevSecOps practices: infrastructure as code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, configuration management, and release automation. * Ensure cloud environments comply with RMF/ATO processes, STIG/CSG requirements, logging/monitoring, IAM/Zero Trust controls, and continuous monitoring. * Develop technical designs, CONOPS, cybersecurity strategies, test plans, and proof-of-concept prototypes to validate solutions. * Drive capacity planning, performance benchmarking, cost optimization, and operational runbooks for cloud services. * Coordinate cross-functional integration with network, security, application, and operations teams to ensure interoperability and operational handover. * Support classified and unclassified enclave engineering, sustainment, and evidence preparation for authorization/accreditation. * Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and recommend pilots or adoption pathways to advance modernization objectives. * Provide technical leadership during rapid-response projects, troubleshooting, and incident remediation. ## Related Videos - [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) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Rate-limiting using eBPF and Istio: How to protect your SaaS customers from themselves](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100220-rate-limiting-using-ebpf-and-istio-how-to-protect-your-saas-customers-from-themselves) - [DevSecOps: Security in DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/36-devsecops-security-in-devops) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## 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 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) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)