JCS Solutions LLC

Multi-Cloud Engineer SME (Azure/AWS)

Fort Belvoir, VA - Full Time

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Job Summary
JCS Solutions is seeking a highly qualified Hybrid Multi-Cloud Engineer SME to support a mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) program. This senior-level position will serve as a cloud architecture and engineering subject matter expert responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and sustaining hybrid cloud environments across Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across cloud architecture, systems engineering, endpoint management, cybersecurity, automation, and infrastructure modernization initiatives. This role supports Department of Defense cloud transformation efforts and requires expertise in Zero Trust architecture, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), enterprise endpoint management, and hybrid cloud integration.
This position is ideal for a highly experienced cloud architect who excels in complex mission environments, enjoys solving challenging technical problems, and has a proven track record supporting enterprise cloud modernization initiatives within highly secure organizations.

Location: Ft Belvoir, VA
Clearance: Secret
Salary: $96,000.00 - $105,000.00
Certification: Active DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II certification.


What’s in it for you: 
  • Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.  
  • Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.  
  • Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.  
  • A robust benefits package: 
    • Health, dental, and vision insurance  
    • Life insurance  
    • Short-and-long term disability  
    • Paid time off (PTO)  
    • 401k retirement plan with employer match 
    • Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program  
    • And more! 
 
What you will do:
Cloud Architecture & Engineering
  • Architect, design, engineer, and implement secure hybrid cloud solutions utilizing Microsoft Azure and AWS.
  • Design and deploy greenfield cloud environments supporting Department of Defense mission requirements.
  • Develop secure, scalable, resilient cloud architectures aligned with Zero Trust principles and DoD cybersecurity guidance.
  • Engineer secure networking solutions integrating on-premises infrastructure with Azure and AWS cloud environments.
  • Implement cloud-native monitoring, logging, backup, disaster recovery, and security services.
  • Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and provide recommendations supporting mission objectives and modernization efforts.
Endpoint Management & Security
  • Design, implement, and administer:
    • Microsoft Intune
    • Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
    • Microsoft Defender for Server
    • Microsoft Defender for Cloud
    • Microsoft Purview
    • Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
  • Manage enterprise endpoint security, device compliance, application deployment, endpoint configuration, and policy enforcement.
  • Support cloud-connected endpoints, remote users, virtual devices, and non-persistent endpoint environments.
  • Support data governance, information protection, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) initiatives.
Infrastructure Automation
  • Design and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions utilizing:
    • Terraform
    • Azure Bicep
    • ARM Templates
    • AWS CloudFormation
    • Equivalent automation technologies
  • Automate cloud administration and deployments using:
    • PowerShell
    • Python
    • Bash
    • Azure CLI
    • AWS CLI
Systems Engineering & Technical Leadership
  • Lead technical planning, system design, architecture development, and integration activities.
  • Perform systems requirements analysis, functional analysis, timeline analysis, interface definition, and engineering trade studies.
  • Evaluate alternatives considering cost, risk, security, supportability, and operational effectiveness.
  • Support system verification, validation, testing, accreditation, fielding, and sustainment activities.
  • Develop architecture documentation, engineering artifacts, and implementation roadmaps.
  • Provide mentorship, technical leadership, and guidance to cloud engineers and project teams.
Cybersecurity & Compliance
  • Support compliance with:
    • Risk Management Framework (RMF)
    • NIST cybersecurity guidance
    • DoD cybersecurity policies
    • Zero Trust initiatives
  • Support system accreditation and Authority to Operate (ATO) activities.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, networking, systems engineering, and application development teams to deliver integrated cloud solutions.

What you will bring: 
Education & Experience
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline and 15-20 years of relevant experience, OR
  • Doctorate degree in a related technical discipline and 13-16 years of relevant experience, OR
  • Bachelor's degree with additional directly related experience sufficient to satisfy labor category equivalency requirements, where permitted by contract.
Technical Qualifications
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience architecting and implementing enterprise cloud solutions.
  • Extensive experience designing and deploying Microsoft Azure infrastructure and platform services.
  • Demonstrated experience architecting hybrid cloud environments integrating Microsoft Azure, AWS, and on-premises infrastructure.
  • Hands-on experience implementing and administering:
    • Microsoft Intune
    • Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
    • Microsoft Purview
    • Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
  • Experience supporting:
    • Enterprise endpoint security
    • Device compliance
    • Endpoint configuration management
    • Application deployment
    • Data governance
    • Information protection
    • Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions.
  • Experience automating cloud administration using PowerShell, Python, Bash, Azure CLI, AWS CLI, or equivalent tools.
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Cloud networking
    • Enterprise security architecture
    • Zero Trust principles
    • NIST cybersecurity standards
    • Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Familiarity with cloud-connected endpoints, remote users, virtual devices, and non-persistent endpoint environments.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively within dynamic, mission-focused engineering organizations.
  • Clearance Requirement: Active DoD Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance.
  • Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification, including one of the following:
    • Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA Security, CASP+ CE, CISSP (Associate or Full), CCSP, CISA, SSCP, GSEC, GCIH, GCED, CND, Other approved IAT Level II certifications

How you will wow us:
Cloud Certifications
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional.
  • Additional AWS Professional or Specialty certifications.
  • DoD Cloud Experience
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense cloud modernization initiatives.
  • Familiarity with:
    • Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC)
    • DoD Joint Tenant environments
    • Enterprise cloud initiatives across the Department of Defense
    • Understanding of the DoD Enterprise Cloud Strategy and cloud adoption across the Joint Force.
    • Advanced Cloud Technologies
  • Experience with:
    • Kubernetes
    • Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
    • Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS)
    • Red Hat OpenShift
    • Experience supporting Windows 365 Cloud PC.
    • Experience implementing Azure Arc or other hybrid cloud management platforms.
    • Security & Endpoint Technologies
  • Familiarity with:
    • Trellix
    • Tanium
    • Experience supporting Zero Trust implementation initiatives within DoD environments.
    • DevSecOps
    • DevSecOps methodologies
    • CI/CD automation pipelines
    • Cloud automation frameworks
    • Secure software delivery practices
    • Leadership
  • Previous experience serving as a technical lead, lead architect, engineering lead, or mentor to cloud engineering teams.

JCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high-quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise-wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government. At JCS, we elevate our customers’ mission through the application of technology and professional services. Our commitment to investing in our workforce drives innovation and progress for our clients, employees, and communities.

JCS is both a Great Place to Work and a Top Places to Work certified company.
  
Our employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!
  • Customer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients 
  • Innovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions 
  • Accountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery 
  • Inspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process 
  • Integrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time! 
  • Stewardship: The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to our care. 
 At JCS Solutions, compensation is based on a number of factors such as location, qualifications, and applicable contract terms. The general salary range for this position is as follows: $96,000.00 - $105,000.00

Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
 

NOTICE: Please be aware that all JCS Solutions communications related to job interviews and offers from our recruiting team will only come from @JCSSolutions.com. We want to emphasize that we do not conduct any interviews over Discord, Slack, Skype, Zoom, or any chat app.

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