Cloud Engineer Senior Principal

Cloud Engineer Senior Principal

Job ID: 2616055

Location: Arlington, VA, United States

Date Posted: Aug 25, 2026

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Cloud Comp Engr

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 25% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI

Potential for Remote Work: Hybrid

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Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly qualified Cloud Engineer to support the ABMS Digital Infrastructure Network Designer & Deployer program. This individual will assist in designing and deploying the BMC2 cloud, as outlined by PEO C3BM. Responsibilities include developing automation pipelines, designing hybrid cloud environments, enabling secure data and network flows, and supporting cross-domain solutions.

Additionally, the Cloud Engineer will act as a trusted advisor, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align cloud computing objectives with project goals, mentoring engineering team members, and providing oversight of cloud testing, monitoring, and incident response processes to ensure a resilient and secure network deployment. This position is remote with up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Masters Degree in Network Engineering, Cloud Engineering or related field + 8 years experience or Bachelors Degree Network Engineering, Cloud Engineering or related field + 10 years experience.
• Expertise in cloud orchestration tools (e.g., AWS, Azure, Kubernetes), networking protocols, and zero-trust architectures is essential. Strong communication skills and the ability to foster collaboration across technical teams. U.S. citizenship and a current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility.

Desired qualifications and experience:

• Network &/or Security Operations Center experience and familiarity with the DoW''s acquisition and test enterprise.
• Experience with commercial class cloud and optical networks.
• CompTIA Cloud+, AWS/Microsoft/Google Cloud/IBM/Cisco-specific cloud certifications.

Desired Skills and Certifications:

• Understanding of DOD Acquisition process.
• SAFe Agilist.
• Able to attain CSWF and IAT Level II Certifications (Security+).
• Demonstrated technical writing and briefing.
• Understanding of hybrid cloud/local architectures.
• Experience in modern source control (Git, BitBucket, etc.)
• Experience with Multi-Layer Security / Cross-Domain Solutions / NSA "Raise the Bar".
• Experience with Continuous-ATOs / Risk Management Framework / Program Protection Plans.
• Experience with Kubernetes / Containers / Docker.
• Experience with Zero Trust Models.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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