Cloud Engineer with Security Clearance

Cloud Engineer
Annapolis Junction, Maryland
Salary: USD 160000 - 235000 Annually Description Kaizen Approach is currently seeking a Cloud Engineer to deploy, configure, and sustain a CloudOps platform within classified cloud environments. In this role, you will securely integrate the platform across AWS and/or Azure classified regions in alignment with federal compliance standards. You will also lead platform buildout and lifecycle management activities, including deployment, upgrades, patching, and Tier 3 escalation support.

This position involves managing underlying infrastructure components such as Kubernetes, Helm, containerized services, associated databases, governance controls, policy enforcement, and FinOps controls while ensuring compliance with FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and DoD SRG frameworks and supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) status. You will work in a secure environment supporting critical mission objectives.

Requirements

• Must have the ability to deploy, configure, and sustain a CloudOps platform within classified cloud environments.
• Must possess the ability to securely integrate the platform across AWS and/or Azure classified regions in alignment with federal compliance standards.
• Must be capable of leading platform buildout and lifecycle management activities, including deployment, upgrades, patching, and Tier 3 escalation support.
• Must have the ability to manage underlying infrastructure components including Kubernetes, Helm, containerized services, and associated databases.
• Must possess the ability to implement governance controls, policy enforcement mechanisms, and FinOps controls aligned to mission requirements.
• Must be capable of ensuring compliance with FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and DoD SRG frameworks and supporting and maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) status in coordination with Government Authorizing Officials.
• Must have the ability to collaborate with the Delivery Manager to align technical execution with mission priorities while maintaining platform stability, security, and scalability.
• Working knowledge of FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and DoD SRG frameworks, with experience supporting or maintaining Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with program leadership and stakeholders to align technical execution with mission priorities while maintaining platform stability, security, and scalability.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required.

Salary Range: A variety of factors can impact the final salary offered, including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant work experience, specialized skills and competencies, education, and certifications. About Kaizen Approach  At Kaizen Approach, we truly care about our team, offering flexibility for a balanced life, competitive compensation, and a robust benefits package that supports you and your family.

We prioritize well-being with premium healthcare, financial and family support, retirement planning, and ongoing learning. With 4 weeks of PTO, 11 holidays, gifted 401k, profit sharing, and paid training, we’re committed to your growth and happiness—both at work and beyond! Kaizen Approach is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.