The Role
The Senior Cloud Developer/Engineer will design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructures, focusing on security and utilizing DevOps tools. Responsibilities include troubleshooting cloud environments, automation scripting, and applying security best practices.
Summary Generated by Built In
Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Cloud Developer/Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, VA. You will help design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructures in support of mission-critical operations, with a strong focus on security monitoring and threat detection. This role supports complex cloud environments by leveraging modern DevOps tools and practices, collaborating across teams to solve technical challenges.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Supporting AWS, Azure, Oracle, and GCP cloud services and infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM templates
- Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to a specific cloud environment
- Implementing Cloud security best practices
- Leveraging Azure data services such as Azure Monitor, Azure Logging Analytics, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, and Azure Policy to ensure security posture and compliance.
- Writing and maintaining automation scripts in PowerShell, Python, or Azure CLI and executing them using services such as Logic Apps, Azure Automation, and Azure
- Configuring network security groups (NSGs), application gateways, and other network controls to protect cloud resources
- Managing Cloud compute, storage, networking, and database services
- Applying security best practices and compliance standards while collaborating effectively across teams to address complex technical needs
- 5-7 years of experience in cloud computing with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure, and AWS
- Bachelor’s degree or 4+ additional years of IT experience in lieu of a degree
- Experience designing and deploying Cloud-based solutions tools, and working with DevOps tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, Gitlab, AWS CodeStar, Docker, etc.
- Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools like ARM templates, Terraform, Ansible, or BICEP
- Familiarity with cloud template technologies including Azure Resource Manager, GitHub Enterprise, GitLab, and architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman
- Experience automating workflows using scripting tools such as PowerShell, Bash, Python, YAML, JSON, or Ansible
- DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification (e.g., CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, CND, SSCP) or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, and experience with other cloud platforms like AWS or Google Cloud Platform
- Familiarity with the Atlassian tool suite, specifically JIRA and
- Understanding of Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS)-199, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-53A, NIST SP 800-37, and DoD Cloud Security Requirements Guide
- Microsoft certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Solutions Expert in Cloud Platform and Infrastructure, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- Must have a current/active clearance with polygraph
What’s in It for You?
Flexible work environment
A team mentality – work with friendly, like-minded professionals
Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies
Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits
A work-life balance you can count on
Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime
The Benefits You Get with Freedom
Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more
Generous paid time off – including paid site closure days
Competitive salary offerings
Paid training and tuition reimbursement
Referral bonuses
Fully paid life and disability
Annual logo wear allowance
Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)
Interested in learning more about Freedom and our culture? Contact us today! We’re constantly hosting hiring events in our office and elsewhere, to help you get a sense of what life is like at Freedom before joining the team.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status
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Skills Required
- 5-7 years of experience in cloud computing with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure and AWS
- Bachelor's degree or 4+ additional years of IT experience in lieu of a degree
- Experience designing and deploying Cloud-based solutions and working with DevOps tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab, AWS CodeStar
- Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools like ARM templates, Terraform, Ansible or BICEP
- Experience automating workflows using scripting tools such as PowerShell, Bash, Python, YAML, JSON, or Ansible
- DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
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The Company
What We Do
FTSG was founded with the idea of building a company in which IT professionals have the 'Freedom' to be creative and innovative. Our technical teams focus on using the right technology to create flexible, long-lasting solutions for our clients. Looking for a position in the technology industry? FTSG is a government contractor in the D.C./Baltimore area recruiting IT professionals for various positions! Visit our website to learn more.
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