Job Description

Position Description

The Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and maintaining cloud-based systems to ensure optimal performance, scalability, and security. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to build and support cloud solutions that align with the organization’s business goals and technological strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Infrastructure Design :

• • Design and implement scalable and reliable cloud architectures based on organizational needs
  • Evaluate and recommend cloud services such as AWS, and Azure
  • Design automated solutions for backup, disaster recovery, and monitoring

Cloud Management & Maintenance :

• • Oversee the day-to-day administration and maintenance of cloud infrastructure
  • Monitor cloud systems for performance, security, and capacity optimization
  • Ensure compliance with organizational and industry best practices, standards, and regulations (e.g., NIST 800-171, CIS Benchmarks, CMMC)

Automation & DevOps :

• • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for cloud deployments
  • Automate repetitive cloud administration tasks to enhance productivity and reliability

Key Responsibilities (cont.)

Security :

• • Implement and maintain cloud security best practices, including data encryption, IAM policies, firewalls, and monitoring
  • Conduct security audits to ensure system integrity
  • Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to mitigate potential risks

Cloud Migration :

• • Assist in planning and executing the migration of on-premises applications to cloud infrastructure
  • Optimize cloud architecture for cost efficiency and high performance

Support & Troubleshooting :

• • Provide support to internal teams for cloud-related issues, troubleshooting, and debugging cloud-based systems
  • Collaborate with vendors and third-party service providers for technical support and troubleshooting

Documentation & Reporting :

• • Document architecture designs, security policies, and operational procedures
  • Prepare and present reports on cloud usage, costs, and performance to management

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred
• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Certification) preferred

Experience

• Proven experience in cloud engineering, including hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, and/or Azure
• Experience with automation tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.) and DevOps practices
• Experience in managing cloud security, networking, and storage solutions
• 6 years experience

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
• Experience with scripting and programming languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices and tools
• Hands-on experience with Linux and Windows operating systems in cloud environments
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture

Competencies

Analytical Thinking : Ability to analyze complex systems and workflows, identifying areas of optimization and troubleshooting.

Problem-Solving : Effective at diagnosing and solving cloud-related technical issues.

Communication : Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Team Collaboration : Ability to work cross-functionally with software developers, architects, and security teams.

Attention to Detail : Careful attention to system configuration, security policies, and cost optimization.

Work Environment

• This role is remote, however, may require on-site visits occasionally for team activities
• Participation in an on-call rotation for incident response

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include: 

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• MIT-funded pension
• Matching 401K
• Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
• Mentorship programs
• A range of work-life balance options
• ... and much more!

Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of  other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks .

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.

Requisition ID: 41699 

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