Cloud Engineer

$120,000 - $180,000/Yr

Omitron - Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Colorado Springs, CO

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About the position

Omitron is seeking a skilled and motivated Cloud Engineer to join our Colorado Springs, CO, team to support critical operations. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure and solutions that meet specific application security and performance requirements. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure that cloud environments align with mission goals and operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement secure cloud-based solutions tailored to requirements, ensuring scalability, reliability, and high availability.
• Manage and optimize cloud environments, focusing on infrastructure performance, cost efficiency, and resource scaling.
• Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies (e.g., NIST, RMF) and implement cloud security best practices.
• Develop automation scripts to streamline deployment, scaling, and monitoring of cloud infrastructure.
• Integrate cloud solutions with existing DoD systems and applications, maintaining data integrity and workflow continuity.
• Implement monitoring tools and respond to incidents, resolving technical issues to maintain optimal cloud performance.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation on system architecture, configurations, and operational procedures for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Stay updated with emerging cloud technologies and DoD standards, driving innovation to enhance cloud infrastructure capabilities.

Requirements

• US Citizenship required.
• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain TS/SCI, active TS/SCI preferred
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in cloud engineering within a DoD or other federal government setting
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), with a strong preference for AWS and/or Azure
• Knowledge of DoD security standards and regulations (e.g., NIST, RMF, FedRAMP)
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, or PowerShell)
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices
• Experience with data protection and encryption technologies for cloud environments
• Strong communication skills, with experience presenting technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA or FSA accounts
• Company paid ST/LT Disability and AD&D insurance
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Vacation Leave and Sick Leave
• Parental Leave
• 401k with company match
• Supplemental Insurance options like AFLAC
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• Voluntary Life Insurance