Red Gate Group
Job Description
The Red Gate Group is seeking a
Mid-Level Cloud Engineer
to support the
Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)
in Reston, VA. In this role, you will manage, administer, and enhance secure cloud environments while driving continuous improvement and rapid problem resolution. You’ll apply your technical expertise to develop and implement scalable solutions, supporting mission-critical operations across hybrid and multi-tenant environments. This position offers the opportunity to work both independently and collaboratively in an Agile setting while directly contributing to national security.
Key Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, and maintain Azure environments and resources, including virtual machines, networking, storage, and databases.
Support hybrid cloud environments and ensure seamless integration across systems.
Apply infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as ARM templates or Terraform to build and automate secure, repeatable deployments.
Administer Linux-based systems and develop Bash scripts for process automation.
Implement and manage Azure networking, including subnets, virtual networks, and security groups.
Collaborate within an Agile team environment, using tools such as Jira and Confluence for tracking and documentation.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues rapidly, ensuring performance, reliability, and security standards are met.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers when required.
Qualifications: Qualifications
Active
TS/SCI clearance .
DoD 8570 Compliant certification (
Security+ or CISSP
) prior to starting.
5+ years of experience deploying and maintaining Azure environments.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services (compute, networking, storage, databases).
Experience with
infrastructure as code
tools (ARM templates, Terraform).
Proficiency with
Linux administration
and
Bash scripting .
Strong understanding of
Azure networking concepts
(VNETs, subnets, NSGs).
Ability to thrive in an
Agile, team-based environment .
Experience managing
hybrid cloud environments .
Desired Qualifications
Experience developing software with
Python, Go, or Java .
Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based applications.
Familiarity with
containerization (Docker)
and orchestration (
Kubernetes
).
Experience with
Azure Active Directory (AAD) .
Experience managing
multi-tenant environments
across DoD networks.
Experience automating Azure processes with
PowerShell or Azure CLI .
Background in
software or systems architecture .
Azure Engineering or Architecting certification .
Experience collaborating with a
Cloud Security Service Provider (CSSP) .
Bachelor’s degree in
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) .
Additional Information
The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Know Your Rights
The Red Gate Group is seeking a
Mid-Level Cloud Engineer
to support the
Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)
in Reston, VA. In this role, you will manage, administer, and enhance secure cloud environments while driving continuous improvement and rapid problem resolution. You’ll apply your technical expertise to develop and implement scalable solutions, supporting mission-critical operations across hybrid and multi-tenant environments. This position offers the opportunity to work both independently and collaboratively in an Agile setting while directly contributing to national security.
Key Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, and maintain Azure environments and resources, including virtual machines, networking, storage, and databases.
Support hybrid cloud environments and ensure seamless integration across systems.
Apply infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as ARM templates or Terraform to build and automate secure, repeatable deployments.
Administer Linux-based systems and develop Bash scripts for process automation.
Implement and manage Azure networking, including subnets, virtual networks, and security groups.
Collaborate within an Agile team environment, using tools such as Jira and Confluence for tracking and documentation.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues rapidly, ensuring performance, reliability, and security standards are met.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers when required.
Qualifications: Qualifications
Active
TS/SCI clearance .
DoD 8570 Compliant certification (
Security+ or CISSP
) prior to starting.
5+ years of experience deploying and maintaining Azure environments.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services (compute, networking, storage, databases).
Experience with
infrastructure as code
tools (ARM templates, Terraform).
Proficiency with
Linux administration
and
Bash scripting .
Strong understanding of
Azure networking concepts
(VNETs, subnets, NSGs).
Ability to thrive in an
Agile, team-based environment .
Experience managing
hybrid cloud environments .
Desired Qualifications
Experience developing software with
Python, Go, or Java .
Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based applications.
Familiarity with
containerization (Docker)
and orchestration (
Kubernetes
).
Experience with
Azure Active Directory (AAD) .
Experience managing
multi-tenant environments
across DoD networks.
Experience automating Azure processes with
PowerShell or Azure CLI .
Background in
software or systems architecture .
Azure Engineering or Architecting certification .
Experience collaborating with a
Cloud Security Service Provider (CSSP) .
Bachelor’s degree in
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) .
Additional Information
The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Know Your Rights