Cloud Platform Engineer - Remote

About The CompanyDecisionPoint is a leading provider of innovative technology solutions, specializing in secure cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT services. With a strong focus on federal and defense sectors, the company is committed to delivering mission-critical platforms that meet stringent security standards and compliance requirements. DecisionPoint's expertise in cloud modernization, secure architecture, and DevSecOps enables government agencies and large organizations to achieve operational excellence and secure digital transformation.About The RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced Lead Cloud Platform Engineer to join our team remotely in the US. This senior technical leadership role is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the IL5 cloud platform foundation supporting large federal and DoD-aligned mission environments. The ideal candidate will own the creation and sustainment of cloud landing zones, shared services, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) templates, deployment patterns, and enterprise cloud environments that serve as the backbone for all application teams. The Lead Cloud Platform Engineer will ensure that cloud infrastructure is secure, reliable, scalable, and compliant with IL5, RMF, and Zero Trust principles, while enabling efficient and repeatable deployment processes across development, testing, staging, and production environments. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of federal cloud security standards, proven leadership skills, and a strong technical background in cloud engineering.QualificationsActive Top Secret clearance supported by a Tier 5 background investigationBachelor's degree in Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related fieldMinimum of 10 years of experience designing and engineering cloud infrastructure solutionsExperience building and maintaining IL5 or other secure federal cloud environmentsExtensive experience developing Infrastructure-as-Code templates and reusable deployment patternsProven track record leading cloud modernization or platform engineering initiatives for enterprise systemsDeep expertise with AWS GovCloud services and IL5 cloud architecture patternsStrong proficiency with Terraform, CloudFormation, or equivalent IaC toolsKnowledge of secure networking, VPC architecture, segmentation, and cross-account accessStrong understanding of RMF, STIGs, Zero Trust cloud requirements, and federal security controlsExperience with monitoring, observability, and cloud logging platformsCertifications such as CompTIA Security+ (required), AWS Solutions Architect (preferred), ITIL v4 Foundation, and advanced cybersecurity certificationsExcellent communication, leadership, and documentation skillsAbility to troubleshoot complex multi-layer cloud infrastructure issues in secure environmentsResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain IL5-compliant cloud landing zones and enterprise cloud environmentsCreate and manage Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) templates using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar toolsManage shared cloud services including networking, IAM, encryption, monitoring, logging, and DevSecOps integrationsEstablish reusable deployment patterns utilized by all application development teamsEngineer secure VPC designs, cross-account architectures, segmentation, and network policy enforcementEnsure compliance with IL5 requirements, RMF controls, Zero Trust principles, and DoD cloud security standardsOversee platform performance, reliability, and scalability, implementing continuous improvements as neededSupport DevSecOps pipelines with cloud-ready configurations and automated deployment processesTroubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues across networking, compute, storage, and identity layersOptimize resource utilization, cost models, and scaling strategies for the cloud platformProduce architecture diagrams, IaC documentation, platform standards, and operational best practicesMentor cloud engineers and foster cross-team collaboration on cloud modernization initiativesBenefitsCompetitive salary packageComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plansRetirement savings plans with company matchingPaid time off and holidaysFlexible remote work arrangementsOpportunities for professional development and certificationsCollaborative and innovative work environmentEqual OpportunityDecisionPoint Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws. We promote diversity and inclusion in our workforce and ensure a fair and equitable hiring process for all applicants.