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Cloud Operations Engineer

The Opportunity:

Everyone is trying to “harness the power of the cloud,” but not everyone knows how. As a cloud architect, you know how to build a cloud-based technical architecture that meets customer needs and takes advantage of cloud capabilities and services. What if you could use your cloud architecture skills to improve warfighter Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) analyst capabilities and communications systems? We need you to assist our team as we develop cloud-based solutions to some of the Air Force’s toughest challenges.

As a cloud architect on our team, you’ll build, operate, and maintain hybrid cloud capabilities. You’ll manage and communicate risk, utilizing your ability to strategically think, develop plans, and orchestrate execution. You’ll collaborate with your team as we research the environment and recommend tools and capabilities from various on-premises, cloud-based, and hybrid resources. You’ll share expertise with your teammates as we help the customer overcome their most difficult challenges in the cloud. Your technical expertise will be vital as you work with the Air Force to ensure standards are met throughout the cloud migration process. This is an opportunity to use the latest cloud technologies as you look for ways to improve your customer’s environment using cloud capabilities and services. You’ll be able to sharpen your skills in computer programming and scripting languages while developing critical systems for the Air Force. As a technical expert, you’ll identify new opportunities to build cloud-based solutions to help our client meet their evolving needs. Join our team as we transform warfighter ISR capabilities and communications systems with cloud technology.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience using Windows or Linux
• Experience building solutions in either AWS or Azure
• Secret clearance
• Associate’s degree
• Ability to obtain an IAT or IAM Level II or III Certification before start date

Nice If You Have:

• Experience building and managing Docker containers
• Experience creating and maintaining highly reliable and scalable systems to reduce issues and downtime, including design and implementation of servers, storage systems, and network infrastructures
• Experience with modern security best practices for cloud infrastructure and networks
• Experience using Git, GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, and scripting tools such as Bash, PowerShell, JSON, and Python
• Experience using Terraform and management and monitoring tools
• Experience supporting operations for web-based applications
• Ability to analyze test results and effectively communicate with stakeholders, developers, and operations teams to continuously improve the health, stability, and reliability of the system
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, to interact with clients and lead, train, and mentor junior system administrators and cloud engineers
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.