Cloud Systems Engineer

Cloud Systems Engineer

Join our team as a Cloud Systems Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in supporting the development and qualification of missile defense system hardware and software. You will work on the Modeling and Simulation Contract – Framework and Tools (MASC-F) to ensure readiness against evolving threats. This position involves running 'what-if' scenarios to optimize system configurations and providing critical data for assessing operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain cloud infrastructures.
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible for automated deployment.
• Work with cloud platforms like Azure and AWS.
• Administer Linux servers, DNS servers, domain controllers, and network storage devices.
• Design, configure, and install IT systems including routers, servers, switches, and storage systems.
• Integrate real-world hardware and models to evaluate missile defense architectures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals.

Essential Skills:

• Proven experience in cloud infrastructure management.
• Hands-on experience with Ansible or similar IaC tools.
• Experience with Azure and AWS cloud platforms.
• Strong Linux system administration skills (minimum 3 years, e.g., RHEL 8).
• 7+ years of overall systems administration experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Security+ certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Must have Active Secret clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with RHEL 8 and RHEL 9.
• Experience with the complete DevSecOps lifecycle.
• Knowledge of vulnerability remediation and security management tools.
• Experience with virtualization technologies like VMware.
• Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and STIG implementation.
• Proficiency with GitLab, Jira, or similar tools.

Work Environment:

Work on-site in Huntsville with the possibility of a 9/80 schedule. Collaborate closely with colleagues from diverse organizations and the customer. Benefit from a supportive work culture provided by a local small business.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, Alabama.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $95.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville, AL.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2025.

About Actalent:

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.