Cloud Engineer at DarkStar Intelligence LLC – San Antonio, Texas

Cloud Engineer
Location: San Antonio, TX | Type: Full-Time | Clearance: TS/SCI CI polygraph required

Overview

We are seeking a Cloud Engineer in San Antonio, TX!

Responsibilities

• Assess the existing cloud infrastructure and recommend improvements to align with federal government standards and best practices
• Design, develop, and implement cloud-based solutions
• Develop and maintain cloud architecture documentation, including diagrams, operation procedures, and security guidelines
• Collaborate with the security operations team to ensure compliance with federal government security requirements
• Conduct regular cloud infrastructure audits to identify and address potential security risks and vulnerabilities
• Optimize cloud service utilization to minimize costs and maximize efficiency
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans for cloud-based services
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and training to personnel as needed
• Coordinate with other federal agencies, vendors, and partners to ensure seamless integration of cloud services and technologies

Clearance: Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

• At least 5 years of experience in cloud architecture, engineering, or administration
• Knowledge in a variety of cloud platforms and technologies, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Strong understanding of federal government security requirements, including FISMA and FedRAMP
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Relevant certifications, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
• Current active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph required

Salary Range:
Salary Range: $200,000 - $240,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market data. DarkStar provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and long-term success of our full-time employees.

Travel: Minimal
Work Environment: On-site

All applicants must be U.S. citizens and maintain eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance.