Cloud Engineer

Position Introduction/Key Duties Cimarron is seeking a Cloud Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract at Schriever Space Force Base in the Colorado Springs area in Colorado.

Key Duties:

• Design, implement, troubleshoot, and sustain cloud environments for the Missile Defense Space Center.
• Design and implement secure, scalable cloud architectures (VCF 9.0, AWS GovCloud, Azure for US Government) for enterprise workloads.
• Implement cloud-based solutions across IT problem space, including compute, storage, networking, software development, and DevSecOps
• Work with system engineers to identify and define requirements for new systems/system modifications, developing designs, and implementing and testing solutions.
• Leverage strong communication and collaboration skills to ensure integration and compliance across cybersecurity, DevSecOps, sustainment, and application delivery teams.
• Develop and implement automation to expand the platform's self-service consumption model, enabling faster and more efficient resource provisioning for consumers.

Required/Desired Skills, Experience, and Education

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at the time.
• This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire. If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID.
• Active Secret Clearance.
• 1 or more years of general (full-time) work experience.
• May be reduced with completion of advanced education
• 1 or more years of directly related experience in cloud engineering related roles.
• Understanding of principals supporting Cloud infrastructure components including compute, network, and storage.
• Familiar with Kubernetes and containerization.
• Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform.
• Experience in a Linux computing environment.
• Understanding of compute, networking, storage, and DevSecOps.
• Meet DoD 8570 certification requirements (e.g. Sec+) within 60 days of hire.

Desired Skills, Experience, or Education:

• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoW Top Secret Security Clearance w/ SCI eligibility.
• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• 1 or more years of Cloud certifications (e.g, VMware Certified Professional - VCF Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert)
• Experience with continuous delivery tools (VCFA Blueprints, GitLab, ArgoCD, etc.)
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Federal cloud initiatives.
• Experience with model-based system engineering models and tools.
• Experience working in an agile environment.
• Experience administering a Linux environment (e.g. RHEL 9.x)
• Experience writing and executing with automation tools.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g. YAML, Python, Bash)

This position is anticipated to close to applications on November 3, 2026. If the application window is extended, this posting will be updated.

Business Profile:

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.