Cloud Engineer SME - TS/SCI with Polygraph
About The Position
GDIT is seeking a skilled and experienced Cloud Engineer Subject Matter Expert with expertise in DevOps Automation (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation), Cloud Administration, and Cloud AI Services. As a Cloud Engineer SME, you will be a part of a team leading the design, implementation, and automation of a secure cloud infrastructure. Focusing on Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and cybersecurity best practices, you will guide customers in securing complex, multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, OCI, or GCP) while bridging technical execution with executive-level strategic decisions. HOW CLOUD ENGINEER SME WILL MAKE AN IMPACT Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for program-related cloud security solutions and projects (and other areas as assigned). Work with IaC Development & Security, creating, maintaining, and securing Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.) to build secure-by-default cloud environments. Serve as a technical advisor for cloud security, providing guidance in architecture, compliance, and risk mitigation. Work to integrate robust cybersecurity operations, automated guardrails, and compliance checks (NIST 800-53, Zero Trust) into CI/CD pipelines. Work in a Multi-Cloud Environment, overseeing security postures across hybrid and multi-cloud platforms. Synthesize complex technical data into concise briefings, reports, and strategic recommendations for executive decision-making. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience Experience: Minimum 15 years of relevant experience Required technical skills: Deep practical experience in Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and/or Google Cloud). Strong experience in creating, deploying, and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates). Practical experience integrating security into cloud infrastructure (IAM, networking, logging, monitoring). Proven ability to communicate technical, security, and project risks to senior leadership. Security clearance level: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience
- Minimum 15 years of relevant experience
- Deep practical experience in Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and/or Google Cloud).
- Strong experience in creating, deploying, and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates).
- Practical experience integrating security into cloud infrastructure (IAM, networking, logging, monitoring).
- Proven ability to communicate technical, security, and project risks to senior leadership.
- TS/SCI with Polygraph
- US Citizenship Required
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Government cybersecurity requirements, frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF, FedRAMP), and operational policies.
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect, or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
- Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture, DevSecOps practices, and multi-cloud orchestration.
- Experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) programs.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for program-related cloud security solutions and projects (and other areas as assigned)
- Work with IaC Development & Security, creating, maintaining, and securing Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.) to build secure-by-default cloud environments.
- Serve as a technical advisor for cloud security, providing guidance in architecture, compliance, and risk mitigation.
- Work to integrate robust cybersecurity operations, automated guardrails, and compliance checks (NIST 800-53, Zero Trust) into CI/CD pipelines.
- Work in a Multi-Cloud Environment, overseeing security postures across hybrid and multi-cloud platforms.
- Synthesize complex technical data into concise briefings, reports, and strategic recommendations for executive decision-making.
Benefits
- 401K with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you build your skills and own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and 10 company-paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
