Clear Creek Federal is part of the
Seneca Nation Group (SNG) portfolio of companies.
SNG is Seneca Holdings' federal government contracting business that meets mission-critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visit the website and follow us on LinkedIn.
Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs. Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs. We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.
Clear Creek Federal is seeking a
Cloud Services Engineer in Washington, D.C. or Denver, CO. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Cloud Services Engineer to lead cloud transformation projects and design secure, scalable cloud infrastructure for critical government missions. You will leverage your expertise in Azure to develop cloud strategies and enable delivery of mission-critical services through CI/CD principles. This role is customer-facing and requires the ability to translate business needs and requirements and translate them into technical requirements and guidance, while mentoring a team of engineers to deliver impactful cloud solutions, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of secure cloud infrastructures leveraging Azure.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define cloud architecture, establish migration strategies, and optimize cloud environments.
- Architect and contribute to implementation of cloud-native solutions via DevSecOps methodologies, focusing on automation, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
- Architect Kubernetes environments, leveraging both self-hosted clusters and cloud-native solutions (AKS, EKS, GKE) to optimize scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.
- Guide decisions on whether to deploy Kubernetes independently (for full control and customization) or use managed services offered by cloud providers, depending on project requirements and constraints.
- Provide technical guidance on cloud security, compliance (FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST), and best practices for microservices, containers, and infrastructure as code (IaC).
- Support cloud migration initiatives, including assessment, planning, and execution of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions.
- Develop and document cloud architecture, technical roadmaps, and security protocols to support strategic IT goals.
- Lead efforts in infrastructure automation using tools like Terraform, ARM / Bicep templates, and PowerShell scripting.
- Design solutions for high availability, disaster recovery, and incident response, ensuring robust cybersecurity measures.
- Mentor and work closely with cloud engineering teams to integrate cloud services into the application lifecycle, enhancing security and performance
- Foster a collaborative culture of proactive problem solving, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, and ensuring alignment with project objectives.
Basic Qualifications:- Active Top Secret clearance, willing to accept an interim Top Secret or a Secret clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 4+ years of experience in cloud architecture, including hands-on experience with Azure.
- Proven expertise in designing and implementing cloud solutions, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS platforms.
- Strong experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (Ansible, Terraform, ARM, Bicep, JSON, YAML), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, both self-managed and cloud-native implementations like AKS, EKS, GKE).
- Deep understanding of cloud security frameworks, network architectures (firewalls, VPNs, load balancers), and identity management (Azure AD, OAuth).
- Proficient in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, or similar languages.
- Demonstrated experience in customer-facing roles, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Strong analytical and leadership skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams and complex project.
- Able to report onsite on a daily basis.
Desired Skills:- Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Technical certifications (Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect)
- Experience with DevSecOps practices, microservices, and cloud-native development.
- Expertise in cloud cost optimization, monitoring tools (Azure Monitor), and performance tuning.
- Prior experience working within government or federal environments, understanding compliance and regulatory requirements.
Soft Skills & Attributes- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven leadership in cloud transformation projects, with a focus on delivering results and exceeding customer expectations.
- Strong collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement:Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.
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