{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"3af1802de1fdf3af45b59920","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3af1802de1fdf3af45b59920","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3af1802de1fdf3af45b59920","title":"Cloud Engineer","description":"Grow, innovate, and generate progress: Harness your expertise to solve challenges and celebrate success!\n\nJob Summary\nJCS Solutions LLC is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Engineer III to support the Defense Enclave Services (DES) Operations & Maintenance (O&M) program. This role is part of a large-scale digital modernization effort supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and Department of Defense (DoD) Fourth Estate customers. The selected candidate will design, implement, automate, and sustain enterprise cloud solutions across AWS and Azure environments in support of mission-critical infrastructure and applications.\nThe ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in cloud engineering, infrastructure automation, security, and operational support within complex enterprise environments. This is a Tier 3 engineering role requiring advanced troubleshooting, architectural input, and technical leadership across cloud operations initiatives.\nActive DoD Secret clearance or higher is required to be considered.\nUS Citizenship is required\n\nWhat’s in it for you:\nJoin a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.\nBe part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.\nEnjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.\nA robust benefits package:\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance\nLife insurance\nShort-and-long term disability\nPaid time off (PTO)\n401k retirement plan with employer match\nAnnual Professional Development Reimbursement Program\nAnd more!\n\nWhat you will do:\nDesign, implement, and maintain secure cloud-based infrastructure solutions across AWS and Azure environments\nDeploy and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using automation and orchestration tools\nSupport enterprise cloud modernization initiatives, including migration of on-premises services and workloads to cloud environments\nTroubleshoot and resolve complex Tier 3 cloud infrastructure, networking, identity, and application issues\nCollaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and architecture teams to ensure cloud solutions align with enterprise standards and mission requirements\nContribute to cloud architecture design efforts supporting scalable, resilient, and highly available environments\nImplement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows\nEnforce cloud security best practices and compliance requirements, including alignment with DoD and Federal cybersecurity frameworks\nMonitor cloud environments for performance, availability, optimization, and cost efficiency improvements\nDevelop and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and engineering standards\nSupport continuous service improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and user experience across the DES environment\nProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and operations personnel as needed\n\nWhat you will bring:\nBachelor’s degree and 12+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience; additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree\nHands-on experience designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise cloud solutions in AWS and/or Azure environments\nExperience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, ARM/Bicep, or CloudFormation\nExperience implementing automation solutions using tools such as Ansible, PowerShell, Azure Functions, or similar technologies\nExperience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps methodologies\nUnderstanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM/ICAM) technologies including Azure AD, Okta, CyberArk, or similar platforms\nStrong understanding of networking, virtualization, storage, and cloud security principles\nFamiliarity with Federal Government cybersecurity and compliance frameworks including NIST, FedRAMP, and FISMA\nExperience supporting production enterprise environments in an operations and maintenance capacity\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in distributed technical teams\nCurrent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, or equivalent)\n\nHow you will wow us:\nIndustry cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator Associate, or equivalent\nExperience supporting DISA or DoD enterprise environments\nFamiliarity with the Atlassian tool suite, including Jira and Confluence\nExperience supporting large-scale enterprise migrations or hybrid cloud environments\nKnowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes or OpenShift\n\nJCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high-quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise-wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government. At JCS, we elevate our customers’ mission through the application of technology and professional services. Our commitment to investing in our workforce drives innovation and progress for our clients, employees, and communities.\nJCS is both a Great Place to Work and a Washington Post’s Top Places to Work certified company.\n\nOur employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!\nCustomer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients\nInnovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions\nAccountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery\nInspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process\nIntegrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time!\nStewardship: The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to our care.\n\nAt JCS Solutions, compensation is based on a number of factors such as location, qualifications, and applicable contract terms. The general salary range for this position is as follows: $155,000 to $170,000.\n\nCommitment to Non-Discrimination\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.\n\nlWNgBGHgw3","company":"Jcssolutions","rawCompany":"jcssolutions","city":"Fort Meade","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-31T11:39:25.999Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541513","title":"Computer Facilities Management Services","slug":"computer-facilities-management-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Cloud Engineer","description":"Grow, innovate, and generate progress: Harness your expertise to solve challenges and celebrate success!\n\nJob Summary\nJCS Solutions LLC is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Engineer III to support the Defense Enclave Services (DES) Operations & Maintenance (O&M) program. This role is part of a large-scale digital modernization effort supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and Department of Defense (DoD) Fourth Estate customers. The selected candidate will design, implement, automate, and sustain enterprise cloud solutions across AWS and Azure environments in support of mission-critical infrastructure and applications.\nThe ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in cloud engineering, infrastructure automation, security, and operational support within complex enterprise environments. This is a Tier 3 engineering role requiring advanced troubleshooting, architectural input, and technical leadership across cloud operations initiatives.\nActive DoD Secret clearance or higher is required to be considered.\nUS Citizenship is required\n\nWhat’s in it for you:\nJoin a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.\nBe part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.\nEnjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.\nA robust benefits package:\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance\nLife insurance\nShort-and-long term disability\nPaid time off (PTO)\n401k retirement plan with employer match\nAnnual Professional Development Reimbursement Program\nAnd more!\n\nWhat you will do:\nDesign, implement, and maintain secure cloud-based infrastructure solutions across AWS and Azure environments\nDeploy and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using automation and orchestration tools\nSupport enterprise cloud modernization initiatives, including migration of on-premises services and workloads to cloud environments\nTroubleshoot and resolve complex Tier 3 cloud infrastructure, networking, identity, and application issues\nCollaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and architecture teams to ensure cloud solutions align with enterprise standards and mission requirements\nContribute to cloud architecture design efforts supporting scalable, resilient, and highly available environments\nImplement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows\nEnforce cloud security best practices and compliance requirements, including alignment with DoD and Federal cybersecurity frameworks\nMonitor cloud environments for performance, availability, optimization, and cost efficiency improvements\nDevelop and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and engineering standards\nSupport continuous service improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and user experience across the DES environment\nProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and operations personnel as needed\n\nWhat you will bring:\nBachelor’s degree and 12+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience; additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree\nHands-on experience designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise cloud solutions in AWS and/or Azure environments\nExperience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, ARM/Bicep, or CloudFormation\nExperience implementing automation solutions using tools such as Ansible, PowerShell, Azure Functions, or similar technologies\nExperience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps methodologies\nUnderstanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM/ICAM) technologies including Azure AD, Okta, CyberArk, or similar platforms\nStrong understanding of networking, virtualization, storage, and cloud security principles\nFamiliarity with Federal Government cybersecurity and compliance frameworks including NIST, FedRAMP, and FISMA\nExperience supporting production enterprise environments in an operations and maintenance capacity\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in distributed technical teams\nCurrent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, or equivalent)\n\nHow you will wow us:\nIndustry cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator Associate, or equivalent\nExperience supporting DISA or DoD enterprise environments\nFamiliarity with the Atlassian tool suite, including Jira and Confluence\nExperience supporting large-scale enterprise migrations or hybrid cloud environments\nKnowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes or OpenShift\n\nJCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high-quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise-wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government. At JCS, we elevate our customers’ mission through the application of technology and professional services. Our commitment to investing in our workforce drives innovation and progress for our clients, employees, and communities.\nJCS is both a Great Place to Work and a Washington Post’s Top Places to Work certified company.\n\nOur employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!\nCustomer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients\nInnovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions\nAccountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery\nInspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process\nIntegrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time!\nStewardship: The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to our care.\n\nAt JCS Solutions, compensation is based on a number of factors such as location, qualifications, and applicable contract terms. 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