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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Engineer - **Company:** AURIA, LLC - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $131,889.0 - $170,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Disaster Recovery, Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Networking Basics, Cloud Services, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Okta, Cloudformation, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Terraform, Network Server, Devsecops, Docker - **Published:** June 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=aa6a3d04dda4f195 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Systems engineering?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Mission-Driven Professional: Collaborative contributor motivated by the opportunity to develop cutting-edge solutions that protect and serve both the nation and the world. * U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Government Top SECRET security clearance. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. * 8-12 years of experience in cloud engineering or systems engineering roles. * Proficiency in AWS cloud services; experience with classified cloud environments (GovCloud or equivalent). * Experience with infrastructure automation (Terraform, Ansible) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). * Strong scripting skills in Bash and Python; knowledge of networking fundamentals and cloud security practices. WHAT THE TEAM PREFERS: * Current U.S. Government Top SECRET clearance. * Experience supporting DoW, U.S. Space Force, or Space Systems Command programs in an AWS environment. * Familiarity with Zero Trust, RMF, or classified regulated cloud environments. * Experience with Keycloak or equivalent IAM solutions. * Certifications: CKA, Security+, AWS SysOps Administrator, or RHCSA. * Hands-on experience with CI/CD and DevSecOps toolchains in a classified environment. ## Description Auria is looking to hire a Cloud Engineer to support a classified mission operations program for the U.S. Space Force. This role supports the Cloud Architect on AWS environment configuration, cloud service provisioning, and infrastructure buildout in a classified GovCloud environment. Primary work location is Colorado Springs, CO (hybrid). Travel to Government and Auria facilities may be required. 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