Take2 has proven experience bridging the intersection of technology and people solutions. As a proven, trusted provider for our Federal and commercial clients, we provide the right solutions, at the right time through trusted partnerships, customized to solve our client’s unique business challenges. Take2 invests time, discipline, and rigor into our technology and people solutions, as well as utilizes our proprietary People Cloud. Whether we are bridging the gap between IT talent and our customers’ business challenges, Take2 will work as a partner to best resolve client needs.
Take2 is hiring a cleared Cloud Engineer. This role requires a Top-Secret SCI Clearance or Higher to interview. This position is onsite and will require you to work out of Reston, VA.
Job Description: Cloud Engineer
Overview
This role involves managing, supporting, and enhancing cloud environments with a focus on Microsoft Azure. The position requires applying functional and industry knowledge to develop or contribute to solutions for moderate-scale problems. The engineer will work independently with some guidance and may review or mentor junior team members, ensuring continuous improvement and rapid problem resolution within the cloud infrastructure.
Education & Certification Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics is preferred, but not required.
An active DoD 8570 compliant certification such as CompTIA Security+ or a CISSP is required.
Clearance Requirements
Top Secret/SCI clearance is required.
Onsite Requirements
This position is onsite 5x days per week at the customer site in Reston, VA.
Responsibilities
- Manage and support cloud environments, focusing on continuous improvement and issue resolution
- Develop and maintain Azure resources, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and databases
- Use infrastructure as code tools like ARM templates or Terraform to automate deployments
- Manage hybrid cloud environments and coordinate across multiple DoD networks
- Collaborate using Agile methodologies with tools such as Jira and Confluence
- Automate Azure processes using PowerShell or Azure CLI
- Review or guide activities of junior team members as needed
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience deploying and maintaining Azure environments and resources
- Proficiency with Microsoft Azure services, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and databases
- Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as ARM templates or Terraform
- Working knowledge of Linux OS and Bash scripting
- Understanding of Azure networking concepts like virtual networks, subnets, and security groups
- Ability to work effectively in Agile teams using collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence
- TS/SCI clearance and DoD 8570 compliant Security+ or CISSP certification prior to starting
Desired Skills
- Experience developing software using Python, Go, or Java
- Designing, implementing, and maintaining software applications
- Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes
- Experience with Azure Active Directory (AAD) and multi-tenant cloud management across DOD networks
- Automating cloud processes with PowerShell or Azure CLI
- Azure Engineering or Architecting certification
