Cloud Engineer

Job Profile:

Systems/Software Engineering - IT T4

JR Type:

Funded

Job Category:

Information Technology

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

TS/SCI

Percentage of Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Type of Travel:

Continental US

Program/Opportunity Name:

Program | USCENTCOM (CITS)

Referral Bonus Plan:

$3,000

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Job Description:

The Opportunity:

CACI has immediate openings for Journeyman level Cloud Engineers at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida.

If you’re a well-rounded Systems Administrator who’s looking to take the next step forward in your career, or a junior-level engineer who would like greater responsibility, this is a great opportunity for you.

The Cloud Engineer works closely with a team of dedicated multi-disciplined professionals in supporting customer mission objectives. You'll work on Developing, Engineering, and Fielding of hardware and software solutions and services in direct support of the United States Central Command (USCENTCOM).  You will collaborate with coworkers, partners, stakeholders, and users to create effective solutions, providing delivery and support for next-generation technologies across a wide-range of services and emerging capabilities that bridge the gap between traditional networks and systems, cloud compute technologies, and other emerging technology.  We are specifically looking for a skilled technician who can integrate, test, and deploy container solutions, including Docker, Kubernetes, and similar services. This role requires a strong understanding of containerization technologies and the ability to work independently on critical aspects of assigned projects.

Responsibilities:

The Cloud Engineer’s key responsibilities include:

• Design, implement, and manage containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and other container orchestration tools.
• Develop and execute test plans to ensure the reliability and performance of containerized solutions.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate container solutions into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to container deployment and orchestration.
• Monitor and optimize the performance of containerized applications.
• Maintain documentation for container solutions and deployment processes.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in containerization and cloud-native technologies.
• Provide test reports and special deployment instructions and contribute to all service, system, and cybersecurity documentation for system design documents, test plans, version description documents, engineering requirements matrix, and software/hardware testing documents.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to design and implement infrastructure solutions that align with command requirements.
• Ensure deployed solutions comply with all applicable security policies, regulations, and best practices.
• Work as a reliable member of the team to provide guidance to junior engineers and team members, facilitating a stronger foundational understanding of the systems that enable our operations.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and remediate a variety of systems issues that may not have previously documented solutions (Incident/Problem Management)
• Review and prepare documentation for systems, tests, and process guides.
• Support projects for a variety of initiatives to enhance the efficiency, capability, or security of the environment.
• Collaborate with other enterprise IT teams to address operational requirements.
• Produce various data sets and informational packets to management to support ongoing efforts for process improvements.

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Active Top Secret Clearance required. Ability to obtain and hold TS/SCI.
• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years’ experience in advanced Systems Administration (Tier-III Support), Systems Engineering, or Systems Architecture.
  • Alternatively, we accept an HS/GED with 8 years relevant experience, an AA/AS with 6 years relevant experience, or an MS with 2 years relevant experience.
• Applicable DoD 8140/DoD 8570 compliant certification (e.g. CompTIA Security )
• In-depth knowledge and experience working with container orchestration tools.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and cloud-native applications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Desired:

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack.
• ITIL 4 Foundation Certification
• Prior experience with systems integration and working under strict deadlines.
• Prior experience supporting cloud environments for a globally dispersed enterprise.
• Previous experience at USCENTCOM (or other COCOM) and familiarity with its mission.
• Knowledge and familiarity with USCENTCOM’s IT environment.

Company Overview:

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$85,000 - $178,600

Salary : $85,000 - $178,600