Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Cloud Engineer to deliver secure cloud platform implementations supporting government customers. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-scale cloud infrastructure in classified and sensitive environments. The ideal candidate will thrive in our centralized vision, decentralized command culture that emphasizes ownership within Agile delivery.

What you'll do:

• Cloud Infrastructure Engineering
  • Design and implement secure, scalable cloud architectures across multiple platforms based on program templates and established best practices
  • Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code for consistent, repeatable deployments
  • Implement DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for rapid, reliable delivery
  • Configure and optimize cloud security controls and compliance measures
  • Design cloud native disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity solutions
  • Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and implement performance optimizations
• Agile Delivery & Innovation
  • Operate within Agile framework (participate in sprints, standups, retrospectives, and planning sessions)
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in fast-paced development cycles
  • Adapt to changing requirements and priorities while maintaining delivery quality
  • Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and methodologies
• Autonomous Operations & Leadership
  • Work independently within centralized vision framework while maintaining team alignment
  • Proactively identify infrastructure needs and optimization opportunities
  • Make technical decisions autonomously while communicating impact to stakeholders
  • Lead by example in demonstrating ownership, accountability, and innovation
  • Mentor team members and share knowledge across the organization
  • Drive technical standards and best practices adoption
• Security & Compliance
  • Implement and maintain security controls in cloud environments
  • Support security audits and compliance assessments for government requirements
  • Manage encryption, key management, and access controls
  • Monitor infrastructure for security threats and implement remediation
  • Develop security documentation and operational procedures
  • Stay current with evolving security requirements and cloud platform updates
• Cross-Platform Integration
  • Integrate multiple cloud platforms and hybrid environments
  • Develop solutions that leverage best capabilities across different cloud providers
  • Implement consistent security and operational practices across platforms
  • Support migration initiatives and platform optimization efforts

What you'll need:

• 4 years of cloud engineering and infrastructure experience
• 2 years' experience implementing secure cloud architectures for enterprise or government environments
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience with cloud, networking, and security
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical field
• CompTIA Security+ (current) or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification within 6 months of onboarding
• AWS Solutions Architect Certification
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code and DevOps practices
• Experience with enterprise-scale cloud architecture design and implementation
• Experience developing and maintaining Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates, or similar
• Experience with container technologies: Docker, Kubernetes, container orchestration
• Experience with network architecture: VPC design, hybrid connectivity, security groups, load balancing
• Identity and Access Management across cloud platforms
• CI/CD pipeline development and automation
• Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar scripting languages
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Chef, etc.)

Clearance:

Must have an active Secret clearance; TS with SCI eligibility preferred

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