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Accenture-Federal-Services-2 lists this Cloud Engineer opportunity in eglin air force base, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people.Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.
Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands‑on experience, certifications, industry training and more.
Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!
Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Cloud Engineer to be onsite at Eglin AFB, FL, to deliver secure cloud platform implementations supporting government customers. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and managing enterprise‑scale cloud infrastructure in classified and sensitive environments. The ideal candidate will thrive in our centralized vision, decentralized command culture that emphasizes ownership within Agile delivery.
We foster an environment of solution ownership where individual contributors are empowered to make decisions and drive outcomes. Our fail‑fast, fail‑forward philosophy encourages innovation, experimentation, and rapid learning. We believe in centralized vision with decentralized command, providing clear strategic direction while empowering teams to execute autonomously. This creates an environment where talented engineers can thrive, innovate, and make significant impact on critical national defense missions.
This role may require occasional CONUS travel and/or on‑call rotation for critical system support.
The Work:
Design and implement secure, scalable cloud architectures across multiple platforms based on program templates and established best practices
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code for consistent, repeatable deployments
Configure and optimize cloud security controls and compliance measures
Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and implement performance optimizations
Agile Delivery & Innovation Operate within Agile framework - participate in sprints, standups, retrospectives, and planning sessions
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in fast‑paced development cycles
Adapt to changing requirements and priorities while maintaining delivery quality
Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and methodologies Autonomous
Operations & Leadership Work independently within centralized vision framework while maintaining team alignment
Proactively identify infrastructure needs and optimization opportunities
Make technical decisions autonomously while communicating impact to stakeholders
Lead by example in demonstrating ownership, accountability, and innovation
Mentor team members and share knowledge across the organization
Drive technical standards and best practices adoption
Security & Compliance Implement and maintain security controls in cloud environments
Support security audits and compliance assessments for government requirements
Manage encryption, key management, and access controls
Monitor infrastructure for security threats and implement remediationDevelop security documentation and operational procedures
Stay current with evolving security requirements and cloud platform updates
Cross‑Platform Integration Integrate multiple cloud platforms and hybrid environments
Develop solutions that leverage best capabilities across different cloud providers
Implement consistent security and operational practices across platforms
Support migration initiatives and platform optimization efforts
What you’ll need:
3 years of cloud engineering and/or infrastructure experience
2 years experience implementing secure cloud architectures for enterprise or government environments
Experience with Infrastructure as Code and/or DevOps practices
Demonstrates understanding of systems engineering, networking, and/or security
CompTIA Security+ (current) or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification required
Bonus Points if you have:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical field, or 4 years equivalent work or military service
AWS Solutions Architect Certification
Experience with enterprise‑scale cloud architecture design and implementation
Experience developing and maintaining Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates, or similar
Experience with container technologies: Docker, Kubernetes, container orchestration
Experience with network architecture: VPC design, hybrid connectivity, security groups, load balancing
Identity and Access Management across cloud platforms
Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar scripting languages
Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet) Work Environment & Culture
Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies
Eligibility Requirements:
Active TS/SCI clearance required
Ability to obtain and maintain higher classifications as required
As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on‑going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:
$106,300 - $206,200 USD
What We Believe
As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.
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