Senior Cloud Engineer

The Swift Group•Reston, VA

12d•$49,997 - $290,004•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Senior Cloud Engineer to join our high-performing technical team in Reston, VA. In this role, you will architect, design, and implement innovative cloud solutions that harness the full potential of modern cloud technologies. You will build secure, scalable cloud infrastructures and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration, optimized performance, and the efficient delivery of mission-aligned capabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
US citizenship with active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph required
5+ years of experience designing, deploying, and maintaining advanced cloud solutions
Demonstrated expertise in AWS environments supporting multiple classification domains (e.g., IL5 to IL6+)
Proficiency with AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, and EBS
Strong experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
Proficiency managing and securing Linux and Windows Server systems in production environments
Hands-on scripting experience using Python and Bash for cloud automation
Strong understanding of cloud security best practices and implementation of advanced security controls
Experience supporting operational environments, managing ticket queues, and leveraging knowledge bases for issue resolution
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical topics to diverse audiences
Active CompTIA Security+ or equivalent 8140/8570 certification (valid for at least one year)

Nice To Haves

Relevant AWS certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect Associate/Professional or SysOps Administrator) preferred

Responsibilities

Analyze and decompose requirements to deliver scalable, reliable, and secure cloud architectures aligned with mission objectives
Lead the design and implementation of advanced cloud solutions with a strong emphasis on resilience, performance, and industry-standard security practices
Evaluate and adopt emerging cloud technologies, tools, and methodologies to improve system capabilities and enhance performance
Develop and enforce cloud governance strategies ensuring compliance with applicable standards, regulatory requirements, and security frameworks
Oversee automation of deployment, monitoring, and operational workflows to reduce manual effort and increase system efficiency
Create, manage, and secure cloud-based operating system images across multiple classification domains using AWS AMIs
Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams to support integration, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and lifecycle maintenance
Promote collaboration, mentorship, and continuous knowledge sharing across technical teams