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# Cloud Engineer

- **Company:** Mantech International Corporation
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Workflow Management Systems, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Docker
- **Published:** August 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/a7a484e5-8b79-4440-add2-36bbcf1f276c

## About the Role

* Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science or related discipline; An additional 4 years of related experience might be substituted for a degree.
 * 6+ years of experience in software development/cloud engineering in programs of similar scope, type, and complexity.
 * Experience with Python.
 * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and GitOps principles.
 * Hands-on experience with container technologies (i.e. Docker) and orchestration tools (i.e. Kubernetes, Helm).
 * One or more of the following is required or must be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire date (CE = Cloud Engineer):
 + AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate (CE Level 1 or 2)
 + AWS Certified SysOps Administrator (CE Level 1 or 2)
 + AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional (CE Level 3)
 + AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional (CE Level 3)
 + Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CE Level 3)
 + Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CE Level 3)

Clearance Requirements:

 * Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Physical Requirements:

 * Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
 * Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
 * Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

## Description

In this role, you will develop, maintain, and enhance complex cloud systems based upon documented requirements., * Provides cloud software development/engineering services to include requirements analysis, software development, installation, integration, evaluation, enhancement, maintenance, testing, and problem diagnosis/resolution.

 * Work on a software development program proving software development engineering strategies for environments using AWS SDK\'s, Kubernetes Client Libraries, and other related cloud technologies.
 * Design and develop infrastructure solutions using Kubernetes.
 * Develop high-quality software design and architecture.
 * Automate tasks through appropriate tools and scripting.
 * Perform validation and verification testing.
 * Document development phases and monitor systems.


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