Job Information
General Dynamics Information Technology Azure Cloud Engineer - Hybrid in Fort Meade, Maryland
Req ID: RQ167924
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Public Trust/Other Required: None
Job Family: Systems Engineering
Skills:
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS),Cloud Computing,Complex Systems,Microsoft Azure,Systems Development
Certifications:
CompTIA - Security+ CE - CompTIA, Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) - Microsoft - Microsoft - Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
Experience:
8 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
As an Azure Cloud Engineer for the ICAM program you will be responsible for coordinating and executing engineering actions for system and customer events, incidents, changes, deployment, and sustainment activities throughout the system’s operational lifecycle for customer applications hosted within a classified on-premises environment. You will be working day-to-day with internal and external customers and stakeholders, including operators, end-users, engineering, development, integration, and program stakeholders. You will ensure that your activities are performed in accordance with program objectives, policies, regulations, and requirements.
This is a hybrid position that requires regular on-site support and remote work.
This position is contingent upon contract award.
How the Azure Cloud Engineer will make an impact:
Resolve escalated issues and incidents, tracking and updating applicable tickets in ticketing system,and coordinate additional escalation, if needed.
Respond to, troubleshoot, address, and resolve escalated system and user events, incidents, and problems in alignment with ITIL framework methodology
Conduct system grooming activities, updates, apply STIGs, run scans and mitigate findings, and/or assist in writing POA&Ms to address findings or proposed changes
Perform continual maintenance and provides complex solutions for security, backup and redundancy problems
Participate and contribute to specific engineering activities, coordinating changes, and problem cases
Develop and maintain a range of documentation for processes and procedures related to functional area and responsibilities, i.e., process flow charts, SOP, TTPs, etc.
Provide performance, configuration, and capacity data to ensure the health, confidentiality, integrity, availability of assigned servers/services, as well as supporting data to assist in the planning of customer-facing services, features, and capabilities
Monitor the overall health and status of the environment utilizing dashboards and other monitoring tools, and respond to any anomalies or alerts in accordance with the ITIL framework and local policies and procedures
Work with senior leadership both internal and external on planning and executing tasks using Agile methodologies
Participate in daily Scrum calls
Provide guidance and leadership to less experiencedcolleagues
May serve as team or task lead. (Not a people manager)
Other related duties as required
What you'll need to be successful:
Minimum active DoD Security Clearance of SECRET, or higher
Minimum active CompTIA Security+ certification, or higher
Minimum active Computing Environmental certification (CE) in job related duties such as Microsoft Azure, AWS Cloud, Microsoft Windows Server
Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Minimum seven (8) + years’ experience in cloud engineering, MS Azure, and the SDLC
Proven track record supporting IT customers as part of an enterprise environment, preferably in the DoD
Desired Qualifications:
DevOps or DevSecOps experience
Experience with GitLab
Familiarization with ITIL processes and procedures
Familiarization with DoD customers and environments
Highly organized and able to multi-task
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Self-driven and proactive nature
Familiarization with DoD customers and environment
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.