Cloud Engineer

ITility is seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer to support cloud modernization, application hosting, infrastructure automation, and secure DevSecOps operations for mission-critical systems. The Cloud Engineer will design, implement, maintain, migrate and optimize cloud-based solutions in Azure environments while supporting Agile software delivery teams and ensuring compliance with federal security requirements. The successful candidate will collaborate with software developers, cybersecurity personnel, systems engineers, and customer stakeholders to deliver scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions that support enterprise operations and application modernization initiatives. Azure experience is a core requirement for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure and services.
• Lead cloud migration projects from on-premises legacy applications.
• Lead solution development for rehosting or refactoring existing applications.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and cloud automation solutions using Azure DevOps.
• Manage Azure networking, security groups, IAM roles, VPCs, and cloud security configurations.
• Monitor cloud performance, availability, utilization, and cost optimization.
• Support Agile development teams through sprint planning, technical design reviews, and implementation activities.
• Develop and maintain cloud architecture documentation, operational procedures, and technical guides.
• Ensure compliance alignment with DoD cybersecurity and secure coding standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of professional experience supporting Azure cloud environments.
• Experience deploying and maintaining applications within Azure infrastructure.
• Experience supporting cloud-based application development and operations.
• Knowledge of Azure DevOps principles and secure software development practices.
• Experience with Agile software development methodologies.
• Experience working in regulated federal or Department of Defense environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Technical Skills:

• Microsoft Azure Environments
• Azure GovCloud and FedRAMP environments
• DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines
• Secure cloud architecture
• Application monitoring and performance management
• Linux and Windows server administration
• Cloud networking and identity management

Clearance Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain the required government suitability determination and/or security clearance as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting FedRAMP GovCloud environments.
• Experience with Azure native monitoring, logging, and automation services.
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience supporting containerized environments and cloud-native architectures.
• Familiarity with secure federal cloud deployments and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Experience supporting enterprise-scale systems serving distributed user populations.

Desired Certifications:

• Azure Solutions Architect – Associate or Expert
• Azure DevOps Engineer
• Azure Administrator
• CompTIA Security+ CE

Physical Requirements:

• Work is typically performed in an office setting.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must have the ability to lift 15-25 pounds.

Why Join ITility? ITility provides mission-focused technology solutions supporting the Department of Defense and other federal agencies. Team members contribute to critical modernization initiatives that directly support military readiness, secure operations, and enterprise transformation efforts. ITility is an Equal Opportunity EmployerITility is committed to providing a work environment that is non-discriminatory, harassment free, fair, ethical and inclusive. ITility is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and complies with all applicable laws which prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace. ITility strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law in all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination. This policy covers conduct occurring at ITility’s offices, client sites, other locations where ITility is providing services, and to all work-related activities.