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Cloud Engineer

Leidos

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Tewksbury, MA
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Career Level not specified
$69,550 - $125,725

Job Description

R-00178800

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.   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   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   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.   

 

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


  • Conduct   technical trade studies and evaluate alternatives considering cost, risk, performance, security, and lifecycle supportability.  


  • Lead   the development and maintenance of Infrastructure as Code ( IaC ) and automation frameworks using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.  


  • Architect , deploy, and integrate cloud-native applications and supporting services.  


  • Design   and support containerized platforms and orchestration solutions using Kubernetes, Docker, and related technologies.  


  • Optimize   system availability, performance, scalability, and reliability across distributed cloud environments.  


  • Implement   and oversee security best practices, including identity and access management, logging, monitoring, vulnerability management, and compliance controls.  


  • Support   system integration, verification, validation, testing, and quality assurance activities across multiple technical domains.  


  • Support   cloud modernization initiatives, including migration of legacy systems and adoption of cloud-native architectures.  


  • Troubleshoot   complex system issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive resolution across teams.  


  • Develop   and   maintain   technical documentation, architecture artifacts, and operational procedures.  


  • Collaborate   with internal engineering teams, program leadership, customers, and external partners or vendors to deliver integrated solutions.  


  • Provide   technical leadership, coaching, and design review support to junior and mid-level engineers.  


  • Influence   engineering standards, DevOps/ DevSecOps   practices, and technical processes.  


 

   

Basic  Qualifications  

  • Bachelors and 2+ y ear s  or   more of   experience;  Masters  degree a plus.  Additional  experience may be accepted in lieu of degree. 


  • U.S. citizenship  required .   
  • Secret Security Clearance


  • 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).  


  • Experience designing and implementing Zero Trust cloud architectures.  


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


  • Strong understanding of identity and access management solutions (Active Directory, Azure AD, IAM).  


  • Experience with container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes and OpenShift.  


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


  • Experience collaborating with vendors and external partners on cloud solutions.  


  • 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   


 

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 23, 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 $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

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 .

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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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