Key skills

AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Docker and KubernetesCloud Networking VPCCloud Networking DNSCloud Networking Load BalancingCloud Networking FirewallsPython, Bash, and PowerShellTerraform, CloudFormation, and PulumiJenkins, GitHub Actions, and GitLab CICloud SecurityRDS, DynamoDB, and Cloud SQLPublic Trust ClearanceAWS Lambda and Azure FunctionsDatadog, Prometheus, Grafana, and CloudWatchPythonSQLBashPowerShellAWSAzureGCPGoogle CloudTerraformKubernetesDockerJenkinsGitHub ActionsGitLab CIAnsiblePulumiServerlessCloudFormationLambdaDynamoDBRDSCloudWatchAzure FunctionsPrometheusGrafanaDatadogGitHubGitLabLoad BalancingCI/CD

About this role

SAIC is hiring a Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and manage scalable, reliable, and secure cloud infrastructure. The role develops cloud architecture, automates provisioning, monitors and optimizes systems, supports CI/CD, and collaborates with development, DevOps, and security teams.

Responsibilities:

Design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Develop and implement cloud architecture strategies aligned with business goals
Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
Monitor cloud systems for performance, availability, and security
Manage cloud costs and optimize resource utilization
Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for application deployment
Collaborate with development, DevOps, and security teams
Ensure compliance with security policies and industry regulations
Troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues
Maintain documentation for cloud architecture and processes
Evaluate and recommend new cloud technologies and services

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (4 years experience in lieu of degree)
5+ years of related experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust requiring U.S. Citizenship
Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Proficiency in cloud platforms: AWS | Azure | GCP
Experience with containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
Strong knowledge of networking concepts (VPC, DNS, load balancing, firewalls)
Proficiency in scripting languages: Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Experience with IaC tools: Terraform, CloudFormation, Pulumi
Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI)
Understanding of security best practices in cloud environments
Knowledge of database services (RDS, DynamoDB, Cloud SQL)
Cloud certifications such as:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104)
- Google Professional Cloud Architect
Experience with microservices architecture
Knowledge of serverless computing (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions)
Familiarity with monitoring tools (Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch)
Experience in multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments