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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Infrastructure Systems Engineer I - **Company:** NIGHTWING LLC - **Location:** Sterling, VA, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $55,000.0 - $106,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Integration Architecture, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Code Review, Data Structures, Github, Java Platform Standard Edition (J2SE), Python (Programming Language), Oracle (Applications), Pair Programming, Scrum Methodology, Software Tools, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Google Cloud, Software Security, Gitlab, Git, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Software Version Control, Comptia IT Fundamentals (ITF+), Vulnerability Analysis, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9110505/cloud-infrastructure-systems-engineer-i ## About the Role * Active Secret clearance, TS/SCI preferred * Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. * Strong foundation in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, C++, or JavaScript. * Strong understanding of cloud development environments and systems is required. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is preferred. Expertise with Microsoft Azure and/or Google Cloud Platform is a plus. * Basic understanding of software development principles and data structures. * Familiarity with version control systems like Git. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Education: * Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field) or equivalent experience. Experience: * Less than 2 years of prior relevant experience. Desired Certifications: The candidate may possess one or more of the following certifications: * Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals * AWS Certified Developer - Associate, * Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE Programmer * CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) * Software development methodology certification (e.g. SCRUM Master). * GitHub or GitLab Certifications Additional Information: * This is a hybrid position, and the selected candidate will be required to periodically work at our Nightwing Location (Sterling, VA). Preferred Skills: * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Familiarity with software development tools and methodologies. * Understanding of System Integration concepts, and ability to apply customer's preferred approaches. * Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. * Knowledge of software configuration management tools and quality standards is a plus. ## Description * Assist in the selection, testing, integration and maintenance of cloud native applications, both Commercial-off-the-shelf and Government-off-the-shelf. * Integrate applications to customer-specified standards. Participate in the integration of applications with the customer's standard solutions for authentication, authorization, vulnerability scanning and remediation. * Assist in the review, selection and recommendation of advanced cloud native solutions to address the customer's needs. Provide up-to-date expertise with cloud provider environments and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to address cybersecurity and development problems. * Obtain detailed knowledge of customer's guidelines for development, application security, and cloud provider services. Work to the customer's standards as far as acceptable use to maintain security and standards. * Understand and maintain separation between development, test and production environments. Use only appropriate communication between dev, test, and prod environments such as code promotion through github. * Maintain absolute separation between customer, contractor, and personal environments. No movement of the customer's information to outside environments is permitted, and only specific movement of limited, business-related documentation from outside environments into the customer's systems is permitted. * Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and pair programming sessions. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and other engineers. * Contribute to technical documentation and user guides. ## Related Videos - [Startup Tech Presentations](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/779-startup-tech-presentations) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) - [The Cloud is Calling: Answer with In-Demand Skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/945-the-cloud-is-calling-answer-with-in-demand-skills) ## 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) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [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) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer)