Infrastructure Cloud Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton

. Architect, deploy, and optimize cloud-agnostic infrastructure using modern tools and cloud technologies .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,800 - $198,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting and deploying cloud-agnostic infrastructure, with a strong focus on Kubernetes-based solutions and automation practices. Proven ability to implement security measures and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable capabilities for the Intelligence Community.

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Kubernetes ArchitectureCloud Infrastructure EngineeringAutomation ToolsLinux Server SystemsTS/SCI Clearance

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Hard Skills

KubernetesLinuxTerraformAnsibleBashPythonGolangGroovyAWS ServicesInfrastructure-as-Code

Soft Skills

MentoringProblem-SolvingCollaborationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

HelmRancherRKE2ArgoCDGrafanaPrometheusElasticSearch

Certifications & Qualifications

Security+ CESSCPCCNA-SecurityGSECAWS Solutions Architect CertificationAWS Developer Certification

Industry Keywords

Cloud-Agnostic InfrastructureContainerized WorkloadsIntelligence CommunityAutomation InitiativesSecurity Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSCloudElasticSearchGrafanaGroovyKubernetesLinuxPrometheusPythonTerraformTypeScriptGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect, deploy, and optimize cloud-agnostic infrastructure using modern tools and cloud technologies
Design Kubernetes-based solutions for scalable, containerized workloads across mission environments
Drive automation initiatives to eliminate manual processes and accelerate delivery
Implement security practices and respond to emerging threats to keep systems hardened and mission-ready
Partner with developers and cross-functional teams to deliver cloud-native capabilities
Work independently, mentor peers, and develop innovative solutions to complex technical challenges
Support secure, reliable, and scalable capabilities for the Intelligence Community

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in systems engineering or infrastructure engineering
Experience with Kubernetes including architecture, deployment, operations, and monitoring
Experience deploying, configuring, and maintaining Linux server systems in the Cloud
Experience with automation tools and infrastructure-as-code
Knowledge of AWS services and how to integrate them with Kubernetes
TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph is required
Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of experience with cloud engineering in lieu of a degree
Ability to obtain a Security+ CE, SSCP, CCNA-Security, or GSEC Certification within 6 months of start date
Experience scripting or programming including Bash, Python, Golang, or Groovy
Experience with Terraform, Ansible, Helm, or Terragrunt
Experience with Rancher, RKE2, Kubernetes Operators
Experience with ArgoCD, Grafana, Prometheus, or ElasticSearch
AWS Solutions Architect or Developer Certification
Security+ Certification
Expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments
AI assistance during interviews is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Work-life programs
Dependent care
Recognition awards program
Identity verification process and fraud protection
Camera-on expectation support for virtual meeting collaboration