Principal Cloud Engineer - JCS Solutions LLC
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026.
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Job Summary
JCS Solutions is looking for an experienced Principal Cloud Engineer to join the Defense Enclave Services (DES) team. DES supports a large digital modernization program that is critical to the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and the DoD Fourth Estate Agencies. This systems engineering role focuses on distributed systems and on how cloud infrastructure is built and maintained.
You'll support several engineering projects that are modernizing the DoD environment, including moving applications and services from on-premises infrastructure to the cloud as part of zero-trust network initiatives. The work covers design, deployment, testing, and migration of the network solutions you develop.
Location: Fort Meade, MD
Shift: full-time, day-shift role on a hybrid schedule
Clearance: Secret
Certification: Active DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II certification
What’s in it for you:
- Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.
- Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.
- Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.
- A robust benefits package:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-and-long term disability
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401k retirement plan with employer match
- Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program
- And more!
What you will do:
- Apply systems engineering and architecture experience to design zero-trust network solutions for a hybrid on-premises and Azure enclave.
- Apply knowledge of system virtualization and design so that network modernization efforts meet security requirements and can be implemented without disrupting operations.
- Support cloud deployment of modernized network services.
- Develop modern, secure network solutions using virtual switches, VPCs, and virtual firewalls.
- Provide input to the design of the enterprise's cloud and mission architecture.
- Evaluate and support application architectures across platforms so they align with cloud and application modernization strategies, capabilities, and requirements.
- Look for ways to improve, including changes that improve the user experience, increase efficiency, and lower sustainment costs.
- Enforce security best practices and guidelines, drawing on knowledge of security policies, network security, and data security.
- 12+ years of relevant experience.
- Expertise designing, deploying, and operating solutions built on Azure, AWS, or GCP.
- Experience with virtual switches, VPCs, and virtual firewalls.
- Experience with Identity and Access Management (IDAM), including Azure AD and CyberArk, Okta, or another modern ICAM solution.
- Understanding of federal government application, server, and network security requirements, such as NIST, FedRAMP, and FISMA.
- Ability to work well within a distributed technical team, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Education Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- Required Certifications
- Certification in Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT).
- An active DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification, such as one of the following: Security+ CE, CySA+, CASP+ CE, CCNA-Security, CCNP Security, CCSP, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), CND, GCED, GCIH, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP Certification in Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT).
How you will wow us:
- A recognized cloud certification, such as Microsoft Azure Associate Administrator.
- Familiarity with the Atlassian suite, including Jira and Confluence.
JCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high-quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise-wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government.
At JCS, we elevate our customers’ mission through the application of technology and professional services. Our commitment to investing in our workforce drives innovation and progress for our clients, employees, and communities.
JCS is both a Great Place to Work and a Top Places to Work certified company.
Our employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!
- Customer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients
- Innovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions
- Accountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery
- Inspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process
- Integrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time!
- Stewardship: The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to our care.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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