Cloud Engineer - ACWS
Salary$160k – $170k
LocationProposals, Washington DC
SeniorityMid
Experience4+ yrs
DepartmentDepartment of Defense (DoD)
Company size201–500 people
PostedSep 1, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
4+ Years supporting cloud engineering, infrastructure automation, platform operations, or enterprise hosting
AWS Certified Solutions Architect or similar
Comp Tia Security+
Experience architecting and securing multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GovCloud), specializing in containerized orchestration (Kubernetes) and core infrastructure management across networking, storage, monitoring, and database workloads (including Appian, Java, and API integrations)
Active Secret clearance
Experience with DoD IL5/IL6, cArmy, PIEE, RMF/ATO, or federal cloud environments
Experience supporting Appian, Java, API, or database workloads in cloud-hosted environments
Ability to obtain a security clearance (U.S. citizenship)
Subject to government security investigation and eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Skills
Microsoft Copilot
AWS
Azure
GovCloud
Kubernetes
Appian
Java
API
DoD IL5
DoD IL6
cArmy
PIEE
RMF
ATO
All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.
About the role
Cloud Engineer Summary: Responsible for architecting, operating, and transitioning secure, scalable cloud infrastructure, including hosting, storage, networking, access, and monitoring.
Required Skills:
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Bachelor’s in computer science, engineering, or related field
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4+ Years supporting cloud engineering, infrastructure automation, platform operations, or enterprise hosting.
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect or similar and Comp Tia Security+
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Experience architecting and securing multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GovCloud), specializing in containerized orchestration (Kubernetes) and core infrastructure management across networking, storage, monitoring, and database workloads (including Appian, Java, and API integrations)
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Active Secret clearance
Desired Qualifications:
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Experience with DoD IL5/IL6, cArmy, PIEE, RMF/ATO, or federal cloud environments.
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Experience supporting Appian, Java, API, or database workloads in cloud-hosted environments.
Responsibilities:
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Configure, automate, sustain, and monitor ACWS cloud environments
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Support deployment readiness, security hardening, capacity, patching, backup/recovery, and restoration
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Maintain configuration and operating documentation
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Coordinate with DevSecOps, cybersecurity, administrators, application teams, and hosting providers.
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The posted salary range is a good-faith estimate. Actual compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and other job-related factors.
DSA - Salary Pay Range
$160,000—$170,000 USD
Many of DSA’s positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.
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