Senior Azure Cloud Platform Engineer

CACI International Inc

. Architect, automate, and maintain scalable infrastructure services across the IL5 Azure platform .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $98,500 - $206,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in architecting and managing scalable Azure infrastructure, implementing security controls, and automating workflows in compliance with DoD standards. Proficient in Infrastructure-as-Code practices and CI/CD pipeline development to enhance operational efficiency.

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Microsoft Azure Infrastructure ManagementInfrastructure-as-Code (IaC) ProficiencyDoD 8570/8140 Cybersecurity CertificationCI/CD Pipeline Development Using Azure DevOpsActive Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Azure AutomationAzure Policy ImplementationPrivileged Identity Management (PIM)RBAC Lifecycle ManagementPowerShell ScriptingAzure CLIPython AutomationAzure BicepARM TemplatesTerraform

Soft Skills

Collaboration Across TeamsStrong Troubleshooting Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Defender for CloudAzure MonitorAzure AdvisorAzure DevOpsAzure Virtual Networks

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+ CEMicrosoft Azure AZ-305Microsoft Azure AZ-104Microsoft Azure AZ-400

Industry Keywords

DoD IL5 Cloud EnvironmentsDISA STIGsDoD Cloud Computing SRGZero Trust RequirementsDoD SCCARMFATO Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber SecurityDNSITSMPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect, automate, and maintain scalable infrastructure services across the IL5 Azure platform
Author and deploy custom Azure Policies, Initiatives, and Management Group guardrails to enforce IL5 and Zero Trust baselines across ECS
Automate Privileged Identity Management workflows, just-in-time access, and RBAC lifecycles
Translate DoD Zero Trust capability targets and TASKORD requirements into operational cloud architectures and network configurations
Build Azure Automation Runbooks, Logic Apps, and live dashboards for telemetry collection and audit artifact capture
Streamline triage and remediation workflows for Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Azure Advisor recommendations
Maintain boundary configurations for DoD SCCA and Cloud Computing SRG alignment
Integrate infrastructure linting, template validation, and automated policy testing into Azure DevOps build and release pipelines
Support the EITaaS program delivering enterprise ITSM, service desk, endpoint management, security, field support, and end-user device lifecycle capabilities for the DAF

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of relevant experience (a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field may be substituted for 5 years of relevant experience)
Active Secret clearance
DoD 8570/8140-compliant cybersecurity certification, such as CompTIA Security+ CE or an approved equivalent
Extensive hands-on experience engineering, deploying, and managing Microsoft Azure infrastructure in enterprise environments
Strong proficiency with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), including Azure Bicep, ARM templates, and/or Terraform
Experience implementing Azure Policy, RBAC, PIM, and Microsoft Entra ID
Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Git, and automated deployment processes
Working knowledge of Azure Virtual Networks, Network Security Groups, Azure Firewall, Private Endpoints, DNS, and hybrid connectivity
Experience implementing cloud security controls, automated compliance monitoring, and remediation using Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Monitor, and Azure Advisor
Strong troubleshooting, scripting, and automation skills using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and/or Python
Desired: Experience supporting DoD IL5 cloud environments and implementing controls aligned with DISA STIGs, DoD Cloud Computing SRG, and Zero Trust requirements
Desired: Familiarity with DoD SCCA, RMF, and ATO processes
Desired: Experience implementing enterprise-scale Azure governance using Management Groups, Azure Policy Initiatives, and automated compliance enforcement
Desired: Microsoft Azure certifications such as AZ-305, AZ-104, or AZ-400
Desired: Experience supporting large-scale federal or Department of Defense cloud modernization programs
Desired: Ability to collaborate across cloud engineering, cybersecurity, networking, and application teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible time off benefit
Robust learning resources
Healthcare benefits
Wellness benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Family support benefits
Continuing education benefits
Time off benefits
Competitive compensation
Learning and development opportunities