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We are seeking a Cloud Engineer - Azureto design, implement, and manage secure cloud solutions for federal IT environments. This role supports Azure infrastructure, automation, and security, leveraging DevOps best practices to optimize performance, security, and compliance.
You'll be part of a team dedicated to meaningful impact, working on solutions that address mission-critical needs. Experience variety, fulfillment, and the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected.
Commitment to Diversity
LightFeather is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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- Location: In-Person (5 days/week) in Washington, DC
- Job Type: Full Time
- Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
- Clearance Requirement:Active Secret/Top Secret Security Clearance Required
- Architect, design, and deploy secure, scalable Microsoft Azure cloud solutions for federal environments
- Implement automation using Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep to streamline infrastructure deployment
- Enhance CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or related tools
- Optimize cloud performance, cost, and security by implementing best practices in monitoring, logging, and infrastructure optimization
- Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, FISMA, and other federal cybersecurity frameworks
- Manage Azure infrastructure, including networking, identity management, virtual machines, and security policies
- Lead Agile development practices as a Scrum Master, facilitating sprint planning, retrospectives, and Agile ceremonies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security, development, and operations, to enhance cloud environments
- Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence
- US Citizenship
- Active Secret/Top Secret Security Clearance
- 6+ years of experience in Microsoft Azure cloud engineering and DevOps
- Strong experience in Azure infrastructure design, deployment, and automation
- Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep
- Proven experience with CI/CD pipeline automation and DevOps workflows
- Knowledge of federal cloud security standards, including FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and FISMA
- Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, or Bash
- Experience with Azure networking, security, identity management (Azure AD), and monitoring
- Strong leadership skills and ability to mentor junior engineers
- Must be able to work on-site (5 days/week) in Washington, DC
- Azure Certifications, such as AZ-104, AZ-400, AZ-305
- Experience working in federal IT environments
- Familiarity with hybrid cloud architectures and on-premises integrations
- Experience in cloud cost optimization and FinOps best practices
You'll be part of a team dedicated to meaningful impact, working on solutions that address mission-critical needs. Experience variety, fulfillment, and the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected.
Commitment to Diversity
LightFeather is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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- Posted
- Apr 16, 2025
- Type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-Senior
- Location
- Washington
- Company
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