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Cloud Engineer

Leidos

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

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Description

Leidos   was awarded   the U.S. Air Force Cloud One Architecture and Common Shared Services contract . Leidos is seeking   a   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:   

  These positions will be   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   Could Include:   

We are seeking   Cloud Engineers   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 .     This is a hands-on technical role that requires rolling up your sleeves to architect, code, debug, and mentor.   

 

  • ​   Perform   systems requirements analysis, functional analysis, and requirements allocation for cloud and hybrid environments.  


  • Design , implement, and support scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions in AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and/or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.  


  • Support   cloud architecture design activities, including evaluation of technical alternatives, cost, risk, and supportability.  


  • Develop   and   maintain   Infrastructure as Code ( IaC ) and automation using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.  


  • Deploy , configure, integrate, and support applications in cloud environments.  


  • Assist   with containerization and orchestration using technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.  


  • Support   cloud environment performance, availability, scalability, and reliability.  


  • Assist   with system integration, verification, validation, and testing activities.  


  • Implement   and support security best practices, including identity and access management, logging, monitoring, and vulnerability remediation.  


  • Monitor   system health and   assist   with troubleshooting, incident resolution, and root cause analysis.  


  • Support   cloud modernization efforts, including migration of legacy systems and adoption of cloud-native services.  


  • Configure   and troubleshoot cloud, virtual, and supporting infrastructure components.  


  • Create   and   maintain   technical documentation, system diagrams, and operational procedures.  


  • Collaborate   with developers, operations, security, and customer stakeholders to support solution design and implementation.  


  • Coach   and   provide   technical guidance to junior engineers as needed.  


  • Follow   established engineering, DevOps/ DevSecOps , and quality assurance processes and standards.  


 

    Minimum   Qualifications  

  • Bachelor’s degree with   4–8 years   of relevant experience, or   Master’s   degree with   2–6 years   of relevant experience.   Additional   experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.  


  • Secret Security Clearance required


  • U.S. citizenship   required .  


  • CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification (IAT Level II).  


  • Hands-on experience supporting cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCI).  


  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code, automation, or DevOps/ DevSecOps   tools.  


  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native development practices.  


  • Working knowledge of Linux/Unix systems, networking fundamentals, and version control tools (Git).  


  • Proficiency   in at least one scripting or programming language (e.g., Python, Bash).  


  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.  


 

 

Preferred Qualifications  

  • Experience   supporting DoD or USAF cloud environments (e.g., Cloud One, Platform One).  


  • Familiarity   with Zero Trust concepts and secure cloud architectures.  


  • Experience   with monitoring and logging tools such as Elastic, Splunk, Prometheus, or Grafana.  


  • Exposure   to container platforms such as Kubernetes and Docker.  


  • Experience   with cloud-based identity solutions (Active Directory, Azure AD, IAM).  


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


If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting: March 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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