Senior Cloud Engineer with Security Clearance

Job Summary: Zachary Piper Solution is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to join a dynamic team of cloud experts on-site in Lorton, VA. The Senior Cloud Solutions Engineer will leverage advanced cloud and data technologies to enhance service delivery for our clients. Responsibilities of the Senior Cloud Engineer: * Act as the Enclave Administrator (EA) for our clients, overseeing the deployment and upkeep of Mission Enclave infrastructure along with all application-related tasks within the Mission Enclave environment. * Monitor system health, focusing on Azure Solution System Health, application availability, and capacity management. * Manage operational systems by handling trouble tickets—logging, rerouting, addressing, and escalating as necessary. * Execute troubleshooting and remediation efforts, collaborating with System Owners, Product Teams, and Migration Teams to resolve issues effectively. * Engage in planning meetings and technical presentations with client project leads and team members. * Assess technical requirements and devise efficient solutions. * Conduct routine maintenance on all systems and applications, including patching, vulnerability management, and addressing end-of-life replacements. * Implement approved configuration updates and escalate for high-level architectural changes when needed. * Assign and oversee application-related duties to the Customer Mission Applications Administrator (MAA) role, enabling them to manage applications within their enclave. * Collaborate closely with clients as a shared technical lead, ensuring timely development, analysis, and deployment that meets client specifications. Qualifications of the Senior Cloud Engineer: * 8 years of experience in systems engineering. * Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience. * Must obtain a CompTIA Security (or a higher-level security certification) within the first 30 days of employment. * Proficiency in Azure Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevSecOps tools (Bicep, ARM, PowerShell, CLI). * Preferred experience in C4 and SAP network environments. * Familiarity with cloud technologies, data and AI, security, and business application design and implementation. * Strong self-management skills to maintain workloads and ensure adequate support for all systems and applications within the operational boundary. * Active U.S. Government Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required Compensation for the Senior Cloud Engineer: · Pay Range: $170,000-$180,000 depending on experience · Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays

Location: Lorton, Virginia, US

Posted Date: 11/12/2025