Remote Azure Cloud Engineer Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Description

This position requires an ACTIVE security clearance.

This position can be performed remote from anywhere, but may require up to 15% travel.

As a skilled and dynamic Cloud Solutions Engineer you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing cloud-based solutions in support of the U.S. Army's energy and water use metering program. The total solution is considered a system-of-systems with developed applications integrating with the Army enterprise cloud and data environment. The solutions you develop will enable scalable, secure, and reliable operations. This role bridges the gap between software development and infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on architecting cloud-native applications, integrating services, and ensuring performance across multi-cloud and hybrid environments. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, build, and maintain cloud-native applications and services on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Configure and optimize infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
• Collaborate with software engineers, DevOps, and security teams to develop cloud solutions that meet business and compliance requirements.
• Integrate applications with cloud services (databases, messaging, storage, APIs, identity).
• Automate deployment and scaling processes through CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration (Kubernetes, ECS, AKS, GKE).
• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud workloads, ensuring high availability, resilience, and cost efficiency.
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies, best practices, and industry standards.

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Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 3-7 years of relevant position-specific experience.
• Experience with cloud-based technologies such as AWS, Azure, GCP.
• Experience with integrating into the cloud, container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker Swarm, or similar.
• Familiarity with one or more modern scripting or programming languages.
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools (CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog).
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.
• Active Certifications in at least one of the following: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert Professional, OR Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect
• Active DoD 8570 Level II certification such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar (e.g., Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP))
• Ability to work independently and in an agile, collaborative team environment.
• Active US Government Clearance at Secret level or higher.
• Effective written and verbal communications skills for collaboration with both customers and fellow team members.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time and regularly lift at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to commute to the designated onsite work location as required.

DESIRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud architectures.
• Background in API design and integration.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices.
• Experience supporting DoD programs
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Experience with Zero-Trust Architecture
• Expertise in serverless computing, container orchestration, infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation), or specific cloud-native services
• Government cloud security and compliance training FedRAMP
• NIST cybersecurity frameworks, and other government security and compliance standards
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) OR Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
• Active Linux certifications (e.g., LPIC, RHCSA)

QBE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender-identity and/or expression, age, disability, Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or other related medical conditions), marital-status, neurodivergence, ethnicity, ancestry, caste, military/uniformed service-member status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.