Cloud Engineer with AWS expertise

About

We are LMI, a forward‑thinking digital solutions provider dedicated to enhancing government impact through innovative and rapid technological advancements. Our investments in proactive technology and prototypes enable us to offer mission‑ready AI and commercial‑grade platforms swiftly to federal agencies. With proven expertise in federal deployment and strategic partnerships, we strive to improve outcomes for the government. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, we focus on agility and collaboration across sectors such as defense, space, healthcare, and energy, helping agencies navigate complexities and adapt to change. We promote a work environment that allows for some telework based on client approvals.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in a relevant technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or computer science
• At least 3 years of direct experience in designing, implementing, and managing AWS or Azure environments
• Solid understanding of AWS & Azure functionalities
• Recent hands‑on work experience with AWS and Azure products
• Experience managing hybrid cloud solutions
• Active Secret Security Clearance is required

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence and related tools
• Masters degree in a relevant field
• Top Secret Security Clearance
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or equivalent certifications
• Azure Administrator Associate Certification
• Experience operating in IL6 or equivalent secure environments
• Knowledge of security requirements for federal IT environments, including FedRAMP‑certified providers and FISMA requirements for obtaining an ATO
• Familiarity with Agile and containerization methodologies
• Experience with Cross‑Domain Solutions (IL5 / IL6)

Responsibilities

• Evaluate cloud‑based technical solutions and designs to meet client specifications
• Provide expertise in monitoring the design and engineering of cloud infrastructure and applications
• Serve as the primary engineering contact for the client’s cloud experience, addressing performance and delivery issues
• Ensure vendor cloud solutions adhere to security protocols, controls, and best practices mandated by industry and government
• Collaborate with Cybersecurity teams to document controls and support accreditation processes such as IATT and ATO
• Escalate issues, challenges, and risks to appropriate stakeholders for resolution
• Administer and oversee IL4/IL5/IL6 cloud accounts and performance metrics
• Create parent and child accounts or organizations within an IL4/IL5/IL6 framework
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of AWS & Azure products and features
• Engage in hands‑on work independently in DoD cloud environments
• Collaborate effectively within team settings to establish and uphold cloud architectures
• Manage multiple customer priorities with minimal supervision
• Develop High Availability and Disaster Recovery processes in line with guidelines from government and industry
• Assist in establishing DevSecOps pipelines within the Government Cloud Framework

Salary

$140,000 – $180,000 per year

Benefits & Perks

Benefits and perks are offered by LMI Government Consulting (details not specified in the posting).