Private Cloud Build Engineer - Secret clearance or higher at PGTEK

Ogden, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Mar, 26

Salary

160000.0

Posted On

12 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Private Cloud Infrastructure, HPE Hardware, Virtualization Software, Identity Management, Access Management, Security Policies, Vulnerability Assessment, Cloud Platform Tools, Customer Support, Documentation Development, Hypervisors, Software-Defined Networking, Software-Defined Storage, Container Platforms, Public Cloud Familiarity, Troubleshooting Skills

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Description

Private Cloud Build Engineer MUST have an active Secret clearance or higher (please do not apply unless you have an active DOD Secret clearance or higher) Location: Mechanicsburg, PA or Ogden, UT Work Type: 50% On-Site / 50% Travel Salary: 130-160K Overview We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused Private Cloud Build Engineer to join our team. This role requires a 50/50 split between a primary customer site (Mechanicsburg, PA or Ogden, UT) and travel to other client locations. You will be responsible for deploying, integrating, and maintaining modern data center and virtualization technologies in classified environments. Key Responsibilities Deploy, configure, and maintain private cloud infrastructure solutions, primarily using HPE hardware. Install, patch, and manage virtualization software and supporting systems. Integrate identity, access management, and security policies across multi-vendor environments. Collaborate with engineering and security teams to assess vulnerabilities and implement remediations. Evaluate and implement new tools and services to enhance cloud platform capabilities. Provide customer-facing support to deliver a smooth, user-centered private cloud experience. Develop documentation and operational processes to support scalability and long-term maintenance. Active Secret Security Clearance (required) Strong background in modern data center technologies Hands-on experience with hypervisors (e.g., VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V) Expertise in Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Software-Defined Storage (SDS) Proficiency with container platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) Familiarity with at least one major public cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP preferred) Solid understanding of virtualization across compute, networking, and storage Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills in complex environments Strong communication skills with a customer-first engineering mindset Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% Preferred Skills & Tools Experience with HPE Synergy, HPE OneView, or related HPE tools Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks Knowledge of government security compliance standards (e.g., NIST, RMF) Ability to work in classified environments following strict security protocols Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time salaried employees is effective immediately upon the start date. Benefits include comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, a vision plan, and dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK. A TRICARE Supplemental Medical Insurance plan is also available. Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term disability, and Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered. Additionally, PGTEK offers a matching 401(k) plan and a discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance. An Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees. We offer a generous amount of PTO and Holidays, and an Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment. About PGTEK: PGTEK is a true consulting organization dedicated to helping clients achieve their business and technology objectives utilizing our decades of experience and business relationships. PGTEK invests in the educational advancements of our staff by providing the necessary resources to complete Professional and Business Certifications. Our company is our people, and we treat them like family. EOE, including disability/veterans.

Responsibilities

The Private Cloud Build Engineer will deploy, configure, and maintain private cloud infrastructure solutions while providing customer-facing support. The role also involves collaborating with engineering and security teams to assess vulnerabilities and implement remediations.