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AWS Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Ops Support

Leidos

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Secret
$87,100 - $157,450
25%
Unspecified
IT - Hardware
Remote/Hybrid (Off-Site/Hybrid)

R-00174952

Description

Leidos   was awarded   the U.S. Air Force Cloud One Architecture and Common Shared   Services contract, and   currently has   an   opening for   Cloud   Engineers   across AWS, Azure, Google, and Oracle clouds. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience   to   modernize a leading , global-scale   multi-cloud environment   in support of a critical mission, supporting USAF system resiliency, security, and cost effectiveness.  

 

Location:   

 

This   position will be   hybrid remote. Candidates   will   be required   to work onsite as needed. Preferred candidates will be   located   near Hanscom AFB (Boston, MA)   or   work in Huntsville, AL.  

Primary Responsibilities :  
 

We are seeking   an   AWS   Cloud  Infrastructure   Engineer   with   expertise   in multiple cloud platforms.   A successful   individual will   be responsible for   developing in a   scalable cloud-native solutions, and ensuring best practices across architecture, development, deployment, and security   from design, test, integration,   production,   sustainment   and maintenance .     This is a hands-on technical role that requires rolling up your sleeves to architect, code, debug, and mentor.   

 

  • P erform   cloud operations and engineering tasks to   enhance, sustain, and   maintain   scalable , resilient, and secure cloud solutions   for   AWS   cloud   environment  


  • Perform   AWS   cloud operations, sustainment, and maintenance activities to   maintain   optimum   cloud     


  • A dopt   and utilize   Dev Sec Ops   practices, infrastructure as code, and automation frameworks   


  • Through development   and sustainment   activities,   o ptimize   application performance and reliability in cloud environments   


  •  Design, implement and sustain   secure cloud architectures   and networks   implementing zero-trust principles and defense-in-depth strategies   


  • Maintain   compliance with industry standards (SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, etc.) and regulatory requirements   


  • Architect, implement and   maintain   cloud networking security controls including STIG requirements  


  • Implement identity and access management solutions and security monitoring frameworks   


  • Support d evelop ment of   migration methodologies and ensure minimal organizational disruption during transitions   


  • Utilize   CI/CD workflows and infrastructure-as-code development using   Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes, Jira, Confluence, Artifactory, and Guacamole to support   DevSecOps   practices.  


  • Containerize applications to enhance scalability and deployment efficiency.  


  • Support the   design and   development of Shared Services .  


  • Configure and troubleshoot cloud, virtual, and physical hardware and software systems.  


  • Establish and   maintain   SQL and NoSQL databases, ensuring their performance and reliability.  


  • Support p repar ation of   detailed technical documentation   of   development and operational processes.  


  • Work   in   cross-functional teams including development, operations, security, and product management   


 

Basic Qualifications  

  • Bachelors   and  4+   years or more of experience;   Masters   and  2+   years   or more of experience.   Additional   experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.  


  • Interim Secret clearance   required   to start; Ability to obtain Secret clearance   required   to   maintain   employment    


  • US citizenship   required  


  • Certifications: CompTIA Security+ or equivalent (IAT-2)  


  • Practiced   verbal and written communications skills  


  • Ability to   participate   in team efforts to   accomplish   assigned tasks    


  • Demonstrated experience in cloud operations and sustainment and performing tasks and actions described in the primary responsibilities section   


Preferred Qualifications  

  • Experience with USAF Cloud One or Platform 1    


  • Knowledge of   Zero Trust Architecture . Experience a plus.  


  • Capable of   working in   high powered   teams and   maintain ing   positive   interpersonal   relationships while delivering   products and services to the customer  


  • U nderstanding Active Directory,   AWS   AD, SAML and the standards, procedures, and processes   


  • Experience with Ansible, AWS console, Elastic, AWS, Jira, Confluence, Git, Bitbucket and various cloud Software as a   Service (SaaS) offerings   to conduct DEV/SEC/OPS pipeline development activities  


  • Administration experience with cloud-based applications (MS O365, SharePoint,   AWS   AD, AWS)   


  • ​Experience administering Windows Server, and related services   


  • Cloud certifications in AWS, Azure, Google, or Oracle clouds  


  • Certification   Examples -   ​AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional) ,   Azure Solutions Architect (Expert) ,   ​MCSE (Server), Certified AWS   SysAdmin , AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Developer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Dev/Associate), AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, AWS Certified Security, Azure Developer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect


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Original Posting: February 2, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com .

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $13.7 billion for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
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