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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud/DevOps Engineer - **Company:** Eliassen Group - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $135,200.0 - $156,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Github, Linux System Administration, OpenShift, Ansible, Prometheus, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Software, Shell Script, Data Logging, Cloud Platform System, Delivery Pipeline, Grafana, Reliability of Systems, HybridCloud, Cloudformation, SC Clearance, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Terraform, Devsecops, Serverless Computing, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** September 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_2a2d7f183 ## About the Role Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen with an active Secret clearance. This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance., * 8+ years in cloud engineering, DevOps, platform engineering, or systems automation. * Experience supporting DoD or federal government environments. * Proficiency with AWS, Azure, or hybrid cloud environments. * Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps. * Expertise with Terraform, Ansible, or similar IaC/configuration management tools. * Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, and container orchestration technologies. * Linux administration and shell scripting. * Monitoring and logging tools experience such as Prometheus or Grafana. * Experience implementing DevSecOps and automated security practices. * Understanding of RMF, STIG compliance, ACAS, and DoD cybersecurity requirements. * Active Security+ CE or equivalent DoD 8570/8140 certification. * Active Secret clearance. * Preferred: AWS Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer, Kubernetes, or Terraform certifications. * Preferred: Experience supporting enterprise DISA or mission-critical defense systems. * Preferred: Familiarity with Platform One, Iron Bank, or DoD cloud initiatives. * Preferred: Experience with serverless architectures and microservices design. * Preferred: Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture principles. * Preferred: Experience supporting classified cloud environments. * Desired: Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. * Desired: Ability to work in fast-paced operational environments. * Desired: Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. * Desired: Strong understanding of automation-first operational models. * Desired: Ability to balance mission priorities, operational support, and engineering modernization efforts., Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience. ## Description * Design, deploy, and maintain secure cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments supporting DISA Citadel operations. * Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate application and infrastructure deployments. * Implement Infrastructure as Code solutions using Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, or similar tools. * Build and maintain containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes. * Automate system provisioning, configuration management, monitoring, and operational workflows. * Support DevSecOps initiatives by integrating security controls and compliance checks into deployment pipelines. * Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with RMF, STIG, and DoD security standards. * Monitor platform performance, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, and optimize system reliability and scalability. * Support cloud migration, modernization, and technology refresh initiatives. * Develop technical documentation, SOPs, architecture diagrams, and deployment procedures. * Participate in incident response, disaster recovery planning, and operational readiness activities. * Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices and continuous improvement efforts. ## Related Videos - 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