Cloud Systems Engineer (Secret)

Join SMX as a Cloud Systems Engineer to play a pivotal role in designing and implementing secure, scalable multi-cloud infrastructures, applications, and services that support the enterprise cloud migration and mission-critical systems for the United States Air Force. You will be responsible for cloud design, development, engineering, integration, and architecture. Your responsibilities will include onboarding new cloud accounts and applications, conducting security patching, creating code pipelines, and assisting in deployment activities, primarily utilizing AWS, while also having familiarity with multi-cloud solutions such as Azure, Google, and Oracle, as well as Commercial Cloud Enterprise (C2E) classified cloud migration and deployments. You may develop solutions from the ground up using tools like Ansible, Jenkins, Packer, AWS Code*, and related products. This position allows you to contribute to the strategic vision and integrate a diverse array of engineering solutions tailored to client requirements for Air Force cloud projects. You will help define system scope and objectives, develop or modify processes to solve complex problems for cloud systems, and achieve desired results through innovative technologies.Key Responsibilities:Design, architect, and optimize secure cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, Google, and/or Oracle environments.Engage in client-facing meetings and collaborate effectively with other vendors.Participate in technical discussions both internally and with customer or vendor teams.Focus on cloud-native services to enhance the customer landscape through their adoption.Define and engineer solution capabilities that meet customer business drivers and service delivery objectives.Lead and/or support cloud migration strategies and establish environments (Dev, QA, Prod, etc.) across classified and unclassified networks.Implement automation for provisioning, configuration, security, and monitoring in alignment with DevOps best practices.Integrate cloud services with analytical tools.Assist in designing infrastructure security, patching, and compliance documentation to support governance.

Department: OperationsReports To: NOC ManagerLocation: Hybrid, Woburn, MAAvailable Shifts: Overnight: 10PM-6AM & First: 6AM-2PMClassification: Full-Time, ExemptEstimated Annual Salary: $105,000 – $135,000About Knox SystemsAt Knox Systems, we operate the largest managed cloud for federal agencies, constructing and maintaining secure cloud and AI environments that are essential for the U.S. government’s critical missions—from national security and public safety to vital public services. Our clients trust us to deploy production systems that adhere to the highest standards of security, reliability, and compliance.Joining Knox means contributing to high-impact, purpose-driven work. The challenges we tackle are significant, expectations are elevated, and the outcomes of our efforts are transparent. Here, speed, rigor, and trust are paramount, as the environments we protect cannot afford failure. Your work will be immediately visible, your expertise will be instrumental, and the effects of your contributions will be tangible. Operating at a federal scale, we secure some of the most sensitive government environments in the nation—ensuring that the systems we design perform flawlessly.Role OverviewAs a Level 2 Cloud Operations Engineer, you will take charge of advanced troubleshooting, system administration, and application environment support across Knox's cloud infrastructure. This role integrates operations, automation, and development support—ensuring system stability, executing changes, and maintaining compliance across FedRAMP Moderate, High, and IL4 environments. The perfect candidate will have hands-on experience in compliance-controlled cloud environments within a NOC/SOC context, possess deep knowledge of cloud infrastructure services, and demonstrate a proactive approach to real-time alerts, incidents, and escalations in production.This position operates on a shift basis within a 24/7 Network/Cloud Operations setting. Team members are expected to adhere to assigned shifts, clock in during scheduled hours, and maintain continuous operational coverage. The role involves participating in a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours incidents and holiday coverage. As a customer-facing position, it necessitates professional interactions with clients during incident responses, including handling support phone calls and attending client meetings through Zoom or other collaboration platforms.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute advanced troubleshooting for infrastructure, operating system, and application issues.Maintain system stability and compliance within regulated environments.Engage in customer interactions to provide exceptional support and service.

Discovery IT System AdministratorEmployment Type: Full-Time, Executive-LevelDepartment: Legal CGS Federal is on the lookout for a skilled and driven Discovery IT System Administrator to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role involves providing essential support for our legal accounts, ensuring the seamless operation of electronic discovery applications and associated tools. You will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of our IT systems.At CGS, we unite talented and innovative individuals to tackle the government's most pressing challenges using advanced technology. We seek candidates who are passionate about driving government innovation, thrive in collaborative environments, and can proactively address the needs of our teams. Our workplace fosters growth and development, with numerous opportunities for professional advancement. Key Responsibilities:- Ensure the daily availability and performance of electronic discovery applications and related tools.- Administer and monitor all installed systems and infrastructure, including installation, configuration, testing, and maintenance of operating systems and application software.- Monitor application performance, identify bottlenecks, propose solutions, and collaborate with vendors to implement enhancements.- Maintain robust security, backup, and redundancy strategies.- Assist in technical architecture design discussions to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

Senior Discovery Business and System AnalystEmployment Type: Full-Time, Executive-LevelDepartment: Legal At CGS Federal, we are on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced Senior Discovery Business and System Analyst. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with a dedicated team to support various legal accounts and contribute significantly to our mission of driving government innovation through advanced technology.We pride ourselves on fostering an environment that encourages collaboration, creativity, and professional growth. If you are passionate about solving complex challenges and enhancing operational efficiency, we invite you to join us in making a difference.Key Responsibilities:- Analyze and document business processes to facilitate training and process redesign.- Conduct thorough assessments of existing procedures and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.- Perform gap analyses on operational requirements and propose modifications to enhance existing processes.- Develop and maintain a comprehensive requirements database to document business requirements support.

Join SMX as a Cloud Functional Specialist, where you'll play a critical role in designing and implementing secure and scalable multi-cloud infrastructure, applications, and services to support enterprise cloud migration and mission-critical systems for the United States Air Force. We are looking for Junior, Mid, and Senior level professionals who have a solid understanding or experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and/or Oracle. You will provide essential functional expertise and insights to interpret requirements, ensure responsiveness, and achieve successful outcomes in business, operational, engineering, mathematics, or scientific fields. Your participation will be crucial in all phases of the cloud project lifecycle, and your insights will guide IT consultants in the effective implementation of cloud-related tasks.Key Responsibilities:Exhibit expert knowledge in cloud computing technologies, configurations, and environments (including hybrid, native, multi-cloud, and on-prem solutions).Support various customers and technical cloud implementation teams.Conduct in-depth research, product development, presentations, and deliver expert recommendations.Identify and recommend best-in-class solutions to enhance technical cloud implementations.Engage in technical discussions with internal teams as well as with customer or vendor counterparts.Focus on cloud-native services and optimize customer environments through advanced strategies.

Cloud Systems ArchitectEmployment Type: Full-Time, Mid-levelDepartment: Information Technology CGS Federal is on the lookout for an innovative and experienced Cloud Systems Architect. This role involves designing and maintaining robust cloud infrastructure solutions across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have a proven proficiency in major cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure.At CGS Federal, we unite driven, skilled, and innovative professionals to address the most pressing challenges faced by government entities using advanced technology. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about contributing to government advancements, value teamwork, and can proactively meet the needs of our clients. Join us in a supportive workplace that fosters professional development and offers numerous learning opportunities.Key Responsibilities:- Act as a knowledgeable advisor on the latest cloud management strategies, maximizing the benefits of cloud computing, including scalability and cost-efficiency.- Collaborate with the IT Security team to ensure the security of cloud systems and data integrity.- Engineer customer-specific applications and systems that integrate seamlessly with cloud resources.- Design and define system architecture for complex computing systems, both new and existing.- Establish system specifications, input/output processes, and parameters for hardware/software compatibility while maintaining system security.- Oversee the design and integration of subsystems, identifying and resolving program support deficiencies.- Propose and implement corrective actions as necessary.- Provide technical guidance to database administrators and software developers.

Discovery Business and Systems Analyst Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal CGS Federal is in search of a highly skilled Discovery Business and Systems Analyst to join our dynamic and dedicated team. This role is pivotal in supporting our legal accounts and enhancing the portfolio of services offered by our company. As a Discovery Business and Systems Analyst, you will engage in various critical functions that drive operational excellence and efficiency. At CGS, we unite motivated and innovative professionals to tackle the most pressing challenges faced by government entities through advanced technology solutions. We are seeking individuals who are eager to drive innovation within government operations, value teamwork, and can foresee the evolving needs of our clients. Our organization fosters a supportive environment that promotes professional development through a variety of learning opportunities. Key Skills and Responsibilities: The Contractor will provide comprehensive business and IT systems analysis support, which includes but is not limited to: - Documenting and managing new and existing business processes to facilitate training and analysis. - Conducting detailed analyses of current and prospective business processes to identify opportunities for boosting workforce efficiency. - Performing rigorous analysis of operational business requirements and executing gap analysis for necessary modifications to existing processes. - Creating and maintaining a requirements database that tracks support for every business requirement.

Join SMX as a Cloud Analyst (Junior/Mid/Senior) where you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing secure, scalable multi-cloud infrastructures and services that support enterprise analytics and mission-critical systems for the United States Air Force. Your responsibilities will include transforming business and client requirements into secure cloud-native architecture solutions, guiding DevOps automation, and ensuring seamless interoperability across various technology platforms. Collaborate with clients, assess cloud platforms, and provide expert knowledge in systems integration, automation, and long-term modernization strategies. A strong familiarity with design and implementation, virtualization, operating systems, storage, networking, and security is essential. Your tasks will encompass applying management analysis processes, statistical methods, and advanced technical research techniques to devise cloud solutions aligned with client migration and deployment needs. You will analyze operational activities for informed decision-making and resource allocation, while employing process improvements and reengineering principles for modernizing cloud-based systems and projects. Integral support will be provided in mission requirement determination, system design, development, testing, verification and validation, documentation, and implementation of system applications.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in the design, architecture, and optimization of secure cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, Google, and/or Oracle environments.Understand and implement cloud-native architectures that facilitate data integration, analytics, and automation.Lead and support cloud migration strategies and initiatives.Provide assistance for cloud-based networks, computers, servers, appliances, or other devices.Conduct data network emulation/virtualization, analysis, and planning for cloud-based systems.

Join SMX as a Cloud Project/Task Manager (Secret) and play a pivotal role in the design and deployment of secure, scalable multi-cloud infrastructures and services tailored for the United States Air Force. You will manage cloud delivery order projects from inception to successful execution, applying your expertise to tackle complex challenges in financial management, scheduling, and technology deployment.Key Responsibilities:Evaluate project objectives and deliverables comprehensively.Lead initiatives in a dynamic Agile environment, adapting to fast-changing requirements and priorities.Direct cross-functional teams, managing scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables to meet contract and government standards.Collect and analyze project data to ensure successful acquisition and delivery of products.Oversee IT development tasks using tools like JIRA and Confluence.

SMX is on the lookout for an Azure DevSecOps Engineer to play a vital role in the design and implementation of secure, scalable multi-cloud infrastructure, applications, and services. This position supports the enterprise cloud migration and mission-critical systems for the United States Air Force. You will be responsible for cloud design, development, engineering, integration, and architecture. Your expertise will help onboard new Microsoft Azure cloud accounts and applications, conduct security patching, build code pipelines, and support deployment activities. While primary focus will be on Azure, familiarity with multi-cloud solutions (Azure, Google, and Oracle) and Commercial Cloud Enterprise (C2E) classified cloud migration and deployments is important. You will also have the opportunity to develop solutions from the ground up using tools such as Ansible, Jenkins, Packer, and other related technologies.As part of our team, you will contribute to the strategic vision and integrate a broad spectrum of engineering solutions to meet client requirements for Air Force cloud projects. Your role will involve defining system scope and objectives, modifying processes to address complex challenges in cloud systems, and achieving desired results through innovative technologies. You will demonstrate your ability to employ advanced engineering and design methods, theories, and research techniques in addressing intricate cloud requirements and hardware/software interfaces.

Join CGS Federal as a Senior Veritas eDiscovery Platform (eDP) Engineer, where you will be an integral part of a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional legal support. This full-time executive-level position requires expertise in the Veritas eDiscovery Platform to enhance our capabilities in managing legal accounts.At CGS, we believe in harnessing the power of skilled professionals who are passionate about government innovation and adept at utilizing advanced technology to resolve complex issues. We value collaboration, foresight, and a commitment to professional development, offering an environment where our employees thrive.

SMX is looking for skilled Cloud Subject Matter Experts (Junior, Mid, and Senior Levels) to join our team in developing and implementing secure, scalable multi-cloud infrastructures and services tailored for enterprise analytics and mission-critical systems supporting the United States Air Force. As a Cloud SME, you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, implementation, migration, and utilization of cloud solutions, strategies, processes, and standards.In this role, you will set and oversee standards for cloud operations in alignment with client specifications and requirements. Collaboration will be key, as you will work closely with Government personnel, project managers, engineers, security professionals, development teams, and infrastructure services to define, establish, and communicate application and data architecture standards, policies, and directives. You will be expected to identify and articulate the most effective cloud-based solutions while facilitating technical discussions among customers, cloud providers, vendors, stakeholders, and DoD agencies.Familiarity with Platform as a Service (PaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS) models is essential. Your expertise will guide clients in the technical aspects of implementing native, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments, enhancing security, operating at the edge, and adopting zero trust principles along with enterprise and managed services.Utilizing your subject matter expertise, you will provide technical, managerial, and administrative direction for problem definition, analysis, requirements development, and implementation for complex cloud environments. You will also be instrumental in identifying IT, engineering, and business process inadequacies that hinder the functional area from achieving organizational goals. Your participation in strategy sessions, assessments, and design reviews will be critical to validate our enterprise approach and related outputs. Additionally, you will provide guidance and direction to other professionals, act in a consulting capacity, and coordinate the resolution of highly complex problems and tasks. Recommendations for system enhancements, optimizations, or maintenance efforts will also be part of your responsibilities.

Join DigitalOcean as a Systems Engineer II, where you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our infrastructure. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal system performance and reliability while contributing to our mission of making cloud computing accessible to developers.

About KnoxKnox operates the largest Federal managed cloud, dedicated to building and maintaining secure cloud and AI environments that support the most crucial missions of the U.S. government—ranging from national security and public safety to essential public services. Our clients trust Knox to deploy production systems that adhere to the highest standards of security, reliability, and compliance.Working at Knox is impactful and driven by purpose. The challenges we tackle are significant, the expectations are high, and the outcomes are evident. Here, speed, precision, and trust are paramount—because the environments we secure cannot afford to fail. Your contributions will be visible, your expertise will be relied upon, and the impact of your work will be immediate and measurable. We operate at a federal scale, protecting some of the most sensitive government environments in the country, ensuring that the systems we build perform flawlessly.The RoleAs a Technical Implementation Manager at Knox, you will be pivotal in onboarding and operationalizing clients within Knox’s FedRAMP-authorized Federal cloud environment. This role is designed for professionals with extensive experience in guiding customers through compliance-driven deployments, particularly in relation to FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and 24x7 SRE, NOC, or SOC-backed operational environments. You will lead customers through the complete onboarding lifecycle—from kickoff to production go-live—ensuring their environments fulfill FedRAMP security, operational, and reliability standards. Acting as the central point of coordination, you will align customer technical teams with Knox’s SRE, Security Operations, Compliance, and Engineering teams, fostering clarity across controls, runbooks, access models, monitoring, incident response, and steady-state operations.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the entire customer onboarding lifecycle for Federal clients, from professional services kickoff through production go-live and transition to steady-state operations.Lead FedRAMP-aligned onboarding engagements, ensuring client environments meet security, compliance, monitoring, incident response, and operational readiness requirements.Act as the primary coordinator among Engineering, SRE, NOC, SOC, Security, and Compliance teams during the customer onboarding process.Facilitate onboarding meetings with a clear, compliance-focused agenda, ensuring alignment, decision-making, and accountability.Manage detailed, multi-workstream project plans covering all aspects of the onboarding process.

Join our innovative team at dev2 as an AWS Cloud Software Engineer! In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining cloud-based applications that leverage the power of Amazon Web Services. Your expertise in cloud technologies and software engineering will help us create scalable and robust solutions that meet the needs of our clients.

Join our dynamic and dedicated team at CGS Federal as a Paralegal, where you will leverage your skills to support our legal operations effectively.Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-LevelDepartment: LegalAs a crucial member of our legal department, you will assist in managing various legal accounts, ensuring adherence to compliance and legal standards. Your role will involve collaborating with innovative minds to tackle some of the government’s most pressing challenges through advanced technology.At CGS, we foster a work environment that promotes professional growth and collaboration. We are looking for individuals who are not only skilled but are also passionate about contributing to government innovation.

Join SMX as an Information Assurance/Cybersecurity Specialist at various locations including Boston, Colorado Springs, Tampa, and Washington, DC. We are looking for professionals at Junior, Mid, and Senior levels who possess a solid foundation in information systems, multi-cloud environments, network administration, systems administration, and cybersecurity. In this role, you will play a key part in designing and implementing secure, scalable multi-cloud infrastructures, applications, and services to support the U.S. Air Force's enterprise cloud migration and mission-critical systems.Your responsibilities will involve developing and implementing robust cybersecurity strategies, ensuring successful cloud accreditation, and integrating best practice countermeasures to safeguard our platforms and infrastructure from both internal and external threats. Tasks include designing and engineering integrated cloud security solutions to protect proprietary and confidential data and systems.Further duties include gathering and organizing technical information related to the organization's mission goals, existing security products, and ongoing computer security programs. You will be responsible for configuring and validating secure cloud systems, testing security products to identify vulnerabilities, conducting regular audits to verify compliance with computer security policies, and performing security assessments of hardware and software. Expertise in firewall management, cloud computing, security analysis of networks, and disaster recovery planning is essential.

At InterSystems, we're at the forefront of transforming healthcare operations through our innovative cloud-based technology solutions. Our Cloud Development team specializes in integrating state-of-the-art InterSystems technologies with leading public cloud services to tackle complex, high-stakes challenges faced by healthcare organizations.In a fast-paced atmosphere that champions continuous innovation, we excel through creative problem-solving, collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to excellence. Every member of our team is vital to our customers’ success, fostering an environment of mutual trust and accountability. We view change and challenges as opportunities for growth.As a Principal Healthcare Cloud Engineer, you will merge in-depth technical skills with strategic vision and leadership. You will take charge of the architecture, automation, and operational excellence of large-scale, mission-critical healthcare workloads—leading cross-functional teams and mentoring engineers while working closely with product, security, and executive stakeholders.

Join DigitalOcean and take your career to new heights. Work alongside a vibrant community of talented individuals dedicated to simplifying cloud computing. If you possess a growth mindset, think innovatively, and thrive in a dynamic environment, you will find your place with us. We celebrate collective victories through learning, enjoyment, and making a lasting impact for the dreamers and builders in the world.We seek individuals who are enthusiastic about resolving intricate issues related to systems, networking, and storage at scale.We are in search of an experienced Cloud Operations Administrator to ensure the seamless operation of our cloud services. Reporting to the Cloud Operations Manager, you will be responsible for monitoring and addressing all cloud health issues that could affect customer experiences, both internal and external. You will collaborate with teams across the organization to investigate and resolve issues, ranging from individual droplets to large-scale cloud disturbances. Our work schedule is five days a week, which may include weekends.

Cloud and Storage EngineerEmployment Type: Full-Time, ExperiencedDepartment: Information TechnologyJoin CGS Federal as a Cloud and Storage Engineer, where you will take the lead in designing and implementing comprehensive Storage Area Network (SAN) architecture for a robust EMC-based SAN infrastructure serving a major federal agency. We are looking for a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced setting and can establish standards and processes for storage configuration, optimization, replication, and security.At CGS Federal, we unite dedicated, skilled, and innovative minds to tackle the government’s most pressing challenges with advanced technology. We are in search of candidates who are eager to enhance government innovation, value teamwork, and can foresee the needs of others. Our environment promotes support and encourages professional development through various learning opportunities.Key Responsibilities:- Design and implement a full-scale Storage Area Network (SAN) architecture for a complex, multi-enterprise EMC-based solution involving multiple servers and platforms connected via fiber channel to numerous EMC Storage Arrays with petabytes of capacity.- Ensure the SAN architecture addresses performance, capacity, replication, disaster recovery, and backup storage requirements.- Define strategic directions for the SAN and backup environment.- Translate customer storage needs into a comprehensive enterprise solution, overseeing development, installation, configuration, and deployment.- Manage overall storage and backup capacity planning and utilization.