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TS/SCI CI POLY REQUIRED | Cloud Engineer

TEKsystems
$75.00 - $90.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Virginia, Reston
Nov 27, 2025
Description What you'll do: Analyze and decompose requirements while providing engineering expertise to ensure program requirements are effectively developed and maintained Lead the design and implementation of cloud architectures, emphasizing scalability, reliability, and security in accordance with industry standards Evaluate and adopt emerging cloud technologies and methodologies to enhance client capabilities and optimize performance Create and enforce cloud governance strategies to ensure full compliance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements Oversee the automation of deployment, monitoring, and management workflows to improve efficiency and minimize manual tasks Serve as a subject matter expert on cloud engineering, fostering knowledge sharing and supporting the growth of the company's technical community What you'll need to succeed: Active TS/SCI with CI poly required At least 4-7 years of proven experience in cloud engineering, with expertise in designing, implementing, and managing advanced cloud solutions Demonstrated experience in designing and deploying AWS cloud infrastructure solutions at scale, supporting multiple classification domains (e.g., IL5 to IL6+) Comprehensive hands-on experience with leading cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and core services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, and EBS Expert proficiency in creating, managing, and securing server OS images in cloud environments across multiple classification domains using AWS AMIs Extensive experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools, including Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible, to automate cloud infrastructure Proven expertise in configuring and troubleshooting Linux and Windows Server operating systems in production environments Deep understanding of cloud security principles and hands-on experience implementing advanced security controls in cloud environments Strong scripting and programming skills in languages such as Python and Bash, with a focus on automating cloud tasks Experience working in operational environments, including managing ticket queues and leveraging knowledge bases for issue resolution Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Active Comptia Security+ or other 8140/8570 certificate with at least 1 year before expiration Cloud certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect Associate/Professional or AWS SysOps Administrator Skills Cloud, Azure, Automation, Terraform, Aws Top Skills Details Cloud,Azure,Automation,Terraform,Aws Additional Skills & Qualifications TS SCI CI POLY GOVERNMENT Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Reston, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $90.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Reston,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.