Principal Cloud Engineer

ManTech

Chantilly, VA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

ARM (Advanced RISC Machine), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ansible, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, CompTIA Security+, Computer Security, Customer Relations, DevOps, DoD Directive 8140, DoD Directive 8570, Docker, Enterprise Architecture, FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards) 199, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), GCP (Good Clinical Practices), GitHub, IAT - Information Assurance Technical, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), JSON, Jenkins, Microsoft Certifications, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Office Equipment, Oracle, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulatory Compliance, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Attacks, Security Compliance, Security Monitoring, Software Engineering, TOGAF - The Open Group Architecture Framework, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Department of Defense (DoD), Windows PowerShell, Zachman Framework

LOCATION

Chantilly, VA

POSTED

30+ days ago

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Principal Cloud Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, VA.

The Principal Cloud Engineer will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructures in support of mission-critical operations, with a strong focus on security monitoring and threat detection. This role supports complex cloud environments by leveraging modern DevOps tools and practices, collaborating across teams to solve technical challenges.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

+ Supporting AWS, Azure, Oracle, and GCP cloud services and infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM templates.

+ Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to specific cloud environments while implementing cloud security best practices.

+ Leveraging Azure data services, including Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Sentinel, to ensure security posture and compliance.

+ Writing and maintaining automation scripts in PowerShell, Python, or Azure CLI and executing them using Logic Apps and Azure Functions.

+ Configuring network security groups (NSGs), application gateways, and other network controls to protect cloud resources.

+ Managing cloud compute, storage, networking, and database services while applying security compliance standards across the organization.

+ Working with all stakeholders to ensure complete and functioning systems that meet all requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree or 4+ additional years of IT experience in lieu of a degree

+ 7+ years of experience in cloud engineering and/or development

+ Experience designing and deploying cloud-based solutions using DevOps tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab, or Docker.

+ Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like ARM templates, Terraform, Ansible, or BICEP.

+ Familiarity with cloud template technologies including GitHub Enterprise and architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman.

+ Experience automating workflows using scripting tools such as PowerShell, Bash, Python, YAML, or JSON.

+ Experience meeting security requirements in the Sponsor's environment or similar complex environments.

+ DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security) or the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Familiarity with container technologies such as Kubernetes and experience with Google Cloud Platform.

+ Understanding of Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS)-199, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-53A, NIST SP 800-37, and DoD Cloud Security Requirements Guide

+ Microsoft certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.

Clearance Requirements:

+ An 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.
MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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