Cloud Engineer at LIGHTFEATHER IO LLC

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cloud Architecture, Automation, Security Best Practices, DevOps Methodologies, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD Pipeline Management, Monitoring, Optimization, Networking, Load Balancing, Disaster Recovery, Backup Solutions, Scripting, Python, PowerShell, Bash

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Description

LightFeather is seeking a Cloud Engineer responsible for designing, deploying, and optimizing cloud-based infrastructure. This role requires strong expertise in cloud architecture, automation, security best practices, and DevOps methodologies. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure cloud systems are secure, scalable, and compliant with federal standards. This role offers the opportunity to support high-impact cloud modernization projects within the federal sector, ensuring secure and efficient operations that meet mission-critical requirements. Location: In-Person (5 days/week) – Washington, DC 20036 Job Type: Full Time Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required Clearance Requirement: Willing to obtain a security clearance Key Responsibilities Cloud Infrastructure Management: Design, implement, and maintain enterprise cloud environments. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate resource provisioning and configuration using tools such as Terraform and Ansible. Security & Compliance: Implement cloud security best practices, including access management, encryption, monitoring, and adherence to federal compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, RMF). CI/CD Pipeline Management: Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines to support continuous integration and automated deployments. Monitoring & Optimization: Configure monitoring, logging, and performance optimization solutions to maintain resilient systems. Networking & Load Balancing: Architect and optimize cloud networking and load balancing solutions for high availability and secure connectivity. Hybrid & Migration Support: Support migrations and integration with hybrid environments. Automation & Scripting: Develop automation scripts using languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash to increase efficiency. Disaster Recovery & Backup Solutions: Design and implement backup strategies and disaster recovery solutions. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with government agencies, DevOps teams, and security engineers to align cloud solutions with mission objectives. Required Qualifications U.S. Citizenship. Willing to obtain a security clearance. Minimum 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or systems administration. Certifications: Professional cloud certification preferred. Security & Compliance: Strong knowledge of IAM principles, encryption, security monitoring, and compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, DoD security standards). DevOps & Automation: Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code, automation, and CI/CD tools. Networking Expertise: Strong proficiency in cloud networking, DNS, VPN, and load balancing solutions. Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, Bash, and YAML/JSON. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting federal agencies or DoD cloud environments. Experience with container orchestration and serverless technologies. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for troubleshooting complex systems. Why Join LightFeather? At LightFeather, you're not just taking a job—you're joining a purpose-driven team that delivers innovative, mission-critical solutions to make a real difference. You'll work on diverse, meaningful projects that challenge and inspire you, alongside some of the best minds in the industry.

Responsibilities

The Cloud Engineer will design, deploy, and optimize cloud-based infrastructure while ensuring systems are secure, scalable, and compliant with federal standards. This role includes managing cloud infrastructure, implementing security best practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.