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Description Looking for a Senior Cloud Engineer to support a large Air Force, IT enterprise, Cyber Weapons System/Program in San Antonio, TX.In this role, you will lead the design, deployment, and optimization of hybrid cloud and virtualization infrastructures acrossmultiple platforms, including AWS, Azure, GCP, and OCI. You will leverage Infrastructure-as-Code tools, containerization, orchestration, and monitoring solutions to ensure scalable, secure, and cost-effective operations. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will integrate cloud services,enforce security and compliance standards, and support CI/CD pipelines within a DevSecOps framework. Additionally, you will mentor junior engineers, troubleshoot complex issues, and document processes to maintain operational excellence and continuous improvement.Primary ResponsibilitiesSupport the design, deployment, and maintenance of hybrid cloud infrastructures across on-premises and commercial/government cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI) utilizing IaaS and PaaS solutions.Administer and optimize virtualization platforms such as VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, and cloud-native virtualization technologies.Assist with automating deployments, configurations, and resource provisioning using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools including Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation.Collaborate with cloud and infrastructure teams to support integration efforts and ensure consistent enterprise solutions.Implement and support containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes within cloud and hybrid environments.Monitor cloud and virtualization environments to maintain system availability, performance, scalability, and operational efficiency.Troubleshoot infrastructure, application, and system issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions as needed.Apply security best practices including IAM, encryption, and network segmentation while supporting compliance with frameworks such as RMF, NIST, and ISO 27001.Support and maintain CI/CD pipelines and assist with automation efforts across the software development lifecycle.Configure and maintain monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, etc.) to support operational monitoring and incident response activities.Maintain technical documentation including system configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guides.Provide guidance and knowledge sharing to junior team members and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.Work closely with engineering, operations, and program stakeholders to support infrastructure solutions aligned with mission and business requirements.Basic Qualifications:Requires BS and 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6+ years of prior relevant experience, additional years of experience will be accepted in lieu of a degree.Must have a DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ CE or equivalent).Must have an advanced cloud certification (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional DevOps Engineer for example).Must have an active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCIPreferred Skills and Certifications:Cloud Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional DevOps Engineer.Security Certifications: CISSP, CEH, GIAC or Cloud Security Automation (GCSA).Experience with security frameworks (e.g., RMF, NIST 800-53).Knowledge of scripting or programming languages, such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash.Familiarity with log management and monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Datadog, or ELK stack).Experience with SIEM and/or SOAR tools and capabilities.If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:May 15, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.About LeidosLeidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.Pay and BenefitsPay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.Securing Your DataBeware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at [email protected] you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. job perk: Posted At: 2 days ago, job perk: Schedule Type: Full-time