Cloud Engineer

LightFeather is seeking a Cloud Engineer responsible for designing, deploying, and optimizing cloud-based infrastructure. This role requires strong expertise in cloud architecture, automation, security best practices, and DevOps methodologies. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure cloud systems are secure, scalable, and compliant with federal standards.

This role offers the opportunity to support high-impact cloud modernization projects within the federal sector, ensuring secure and efficient operations that meet mission-critical requirements.

• Location: In-Person (5 days/week) – Washington, DC 20036
• Job Type: Full Time
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
• Clearance Requirement: Willing to obtain a security clearance

Key Responsibilities

• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Design, implement, and maintain enterprise cloud environments.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate resource provisioning and configuration using tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
• Security & Compliance: Implement cloud security best practices, including access management, encryption, monitoring, and adherence to federal compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, RMF).
• CI/CD Pipeline Management: Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines to support continuous integration and automated deployments.
• Monitoring & Optimization: Configure monitoring, logging, and performance optimization solutions to maintain resilient systems.
• Networking & Load Balancing: Architect and optimize cloud networking and load balancing solutions for high availability and secure connectivity.
• Hybrid & Migration Support: Support migrations and integration with hybrid environments.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop automation scripts using languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash to increase efficiency.
• Disaster Recovery & Backup Solutions: Design and implement backup strategies and disaster recovery solutions.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with government agencies, DevOps teams, and security engineers to align cloud solutions with mission objectives.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.

• Security & Compliance: Strong knowledge of IAM principles, encryption, security monitoring, and compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, DoD security standards).
• Willing to obtain a security clearance.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or systems administration.
• Certifications: Professional cloud certification preferred.
• DevOps & Automation: Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code, automation, and CI/CD tools.
• Networking Expertise: Strong proficiency in cloud networking, DNS, VPN, and load balancing solutions.
• Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, Bash, and YAML/JSON.
• Experience supporting federal agencies or DoD cloud environments.
• Experience with container orchestration and serverless technologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for troubleshooting complex systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Why Join Lightfeather?

At LightFeather, you're not just taking a job—you're joining a purpose-driven team that delivers innovative, mission-critical solutions to make a real difference. You'll work on diverse, meaningful projects that challenge and inspire you, alongside some of the best minds in the industry.