SMX is seeking a Mid-Level Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and optimize secure, scalable, and resilient cloud-based solutions in support of a federal law enforcement client. The successful candidate will work closely with engineers, developers, and program stakeholders to architect cloud solutions that align with mission and business requirements. This role will focus on AWS GovCloud services, cloud security best practices, and the integration of cloud-native capabilities into enterprise data and analytics platforms.
This is a full-time position requiring on-site work four days a week at a client’s office in Washington, D.C. An active Top Secret clearance is mandatory.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design and implement secure, scalable cloud solutions to meet evolving program and mission needs.
- Translate business and technical requirements into effective cloud architectures.
- Optimize performance, cost, and scalability of existing AWS GovCloud deployments.
- Support cloud migration efforts, including planning, data transfer, and refactoring workloads.
- Implement cloud security controls, monitoring, and compliance best practices.
- Collaborate with developers and data engineers to integrate applications, databases, and analytics platforms with cloud services.
- Provide technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and guidance for stakeholders.
- Contribute to Agile development cycles by delivering cloud-focused expertise in planning, execution, and troubleshooting.
Required Skills:
- 2+ years of experience in cloud architecture, engineering, or solutions design.
- Hands-on experience with AWS GovCloud and associated services (EC2, RDS, S3, IAM, VPC, CloudFormation, CloudWatch).
- Strong understanding of cloud security and compliance frameworks.
- Experience designing hybrid or multi-cloud architectures.
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, or EKS).
- Proficiency in scripting or automation (Python, Bash, or similar).
- Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Desired Skills/Experience:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional.
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, or similar).
- Familiarity with data analytics platforms (Redshift, Athena, or similar).
- Experience supporting federal government or law enforcement IT systems.
- Experience deploying and managing containerized applications using Kubernetes, including orchestration, scaling, and monitoring of cloud-native workloads.
- Experience working with Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) and supporting containerized data or analytics platforms in AWS environments, including migration or modernization initiatives.
**This position requires four days a week on site at customer location in Washington DC.
Application deadline 3-30-2026
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
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SMX is a global technology and advanced engineering provider specializing in Cloud Solutions, C5ISR, and Advanced Engineering / IT. Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong, or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, the DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face. SMX offers competitive benefits, excellent work environments, and growth opportunities for our employees while continuing to expand operations and support our communities. We have more than 25 years of rapid and consistent growth with continuous recognition as an employer-of-choice technology company. In addition, we have earned coveted industry quality and business certifications; have a strong commitment to business partnerships, ethics, compliance, and sustainability; and have a multitude of premier contracting vehicles. The combination of these attributes allows us to provide sound, repeatable business solutions yet remain flexible and agile to quickly adapt to specific customer requirements. Committed to ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction, SMX is structured around the programs and technologies we support to provide optimal and seamless operations. We have maintained a reputation for excellence, helping to assure the missions of our Department of Defense, Public Sector, Fortune 1000, and other Government and commercial customers.
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