Junior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Junior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer - Azure Government & Defense

We're seeking a motivated Junior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to support and learn the design, implementation, and maintenance of our cloud infrastructure with a focus on Azure Government cloud and Department of Defense (DoD) requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in deploying and managing cloud architectures using Azure Government cloud platform
• Manage and maintain RabbitMQ message queuing systems including clustering, configuration, and performance monitoring
• Learn and contribute to infrastructure as code using Terraform and Terragrunt for modular, reusable configurations
• Support GitLab CI/CD pipeline development and maintenance for automated infrastructure deployment
• Monitor system performance, assist with troubleshooting, and help optimize resource utilization
• Learn and apply DoD security standards, NIST frameworks, and FedRAMP requirements
• Collaborate with senior engineers and development teams to support scalable, reliable application infrastructure

Required Qualifications:

• 1-2 years experience with Azure cloud platform (Azure Government experience preferred)
• Active Secret security clearance
• Security+ certification or other DoD 8140 approved certification
• Hands-on experience with RabbitMQ administration, clustering, and troubleshooting
• Basic understanding of infrastructure as code concepts (Terraform experience preferred)
• Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and GitLab or similar platforms
• Basic knowledge of containerization technologies (Podman, Kubernetes)
• Foundational scripting skills (Python, Bash)
• Interest in learning DoD security frameworks and compliance requirements
• Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn
• Ability to travel regularly for on-site work at Ft. Meade or Crystal City locations

Preferred:

• Azure fundamentals certification or working toward Azure certifications
• Experience with other message brokers and enterprise integration patterns
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
• Basic understanding of networking and security concepts
• Educational background in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• Previous internship or project experience with cloud technologies
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git)

This is a hybrid role offering flexibility to work remotely and on-site with strong mentorship and growth opportunities in defense infrastructure operations.