Senior Cloud Engineer - Systems Engineer

Job Title: Senior Cloud Engineer - Systems Engineer

Company: Argo Cyber

Location: Arlington, VA / Dulles, VA / Pensacola, FL

Overview: Argo Cyber is supporting a U.S. Government customer on a large, mission-critical development and sustainment program to design, build, deliver, and operate a network operations environment. This includes introducing new cyber capabilities to address emerging threats. Argo Cyber is seeking expert-level Cloud Engineers and Systems Engineers to support a U.S. Government customer on a large, mission-critical development and sustainment program. This role involves assessing, designing, and developing agile, DevOps-oriented, cloud-centric architectures and environments to ensure the rigor, consistency, and continued reliability of mission-critical systems. Candidates must prefer automated workflows over repetitive manual tasks and be capable of working in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Why Join Argo Cyber Systems?

• Innovative Environment: Work on the cutting edge of cybersecurity technology.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to critical national security initiatives.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team that values collaboration and innovation.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health, retirement, and more.

Responsibilities:

• Develop advanced, leading-edge, cloud-oriented automation and orchestration architectures for cybersecurity capabilities.
• Lead Agile Scrum teams in the system design and implementation of autonomous cybersecurity capabilities.
• Interface with customers, stakeholders, and end-users to derive, develop, and decompose requirements.
• Provide full lifecycle oversight of requirements-driven automation architecture.
• Develop security systems for manual and automated systems environments, ensuring data protection and system integrity.
• Apply analytical and logical thinking to the design, development, evaluation, testing, and integration of computer systems, appliances, and networks.
• Manage technology roadmaps and provide recommendations based on best practices.
• Support system accreditation efforts (ATP, ATO) by generating Risk Management Framework (RMF) artifacts.
• Coordinate teams in the development, integration, and testing of cybersecurity systems.
• Provide detailed technical reporting and oral briefings on complex technical subjects.

Required Skills:

• U.S. Citizenship and an active Secret clearance (ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance).
• Ability to obtain DHS Suitability.
• 6-8+ years of directly relevant experience in systems engineering and cloud environments.
• Hands-on experience with Windows and Linux in production environments.
• Strong knowledge of cloud-security technologies (AWS, MS Azure) and secure-cloud configuration.
• Experience with security and host-based protections such as Trellix, CrowdStrike, Tanium, etc.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced Scaled AGILE Framework (SAFe) environment.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, bash).
• Experience with network protection devices (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, log analysis, malware analysis).
• Familiarity with Agile tools, including Jira, Jira Align, and Confluence.
• Experience with event-driven microservice architectures and CI/CD Pipelines.

Desired Skills:

• Leadership experience in team and project settings.
• Familiarity with Jenkins, Artifactory, Jira, Git, Ansible, Chef, AWS Lambda, Terraform, or CloudFormation.
• Programming experience (Java, JavaScript, .Net, Python, Ruby).
• Knowledge of Federated Identity, RBAC, authentication & authorization.
• Technical oversight experience in DevOps and DevSecOps environments.
• Familiarity with tools such as CyberArk, ForeScout CounterAct, Tenable Nessus, Splunk, PKI.
• Understanding of DoDAF and Model Based System Engineering (MBSE).

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field. Two years of related work experience may be substituted for each year of degree-level education.

Desired Certifications:

• Agile software development methodology certification (e.g., SCRUM Master).
• AWS Cloud certifications (e.g., Associate Architect).
• DoD 8570.1 IAT Level I or II (e.g., CISSP).
• Advanced AWS certifications such as Cloud DevOps Developer, SysOps Administrator, Security Specialist.

What We Offer:

• Innovation and Creativity: A workplace where your ideas are valued and can shape the future of cybersecurity.
• Professional Development: Access to training programs, conferences, and certifications.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements to support your personal and professional life.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health plans, wellness programs, and resources to keep you and your family healthy.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service and outreach programs.

Join Argo Cyber Systems and be part of a team dedicated to making a difference in national security. Apply today and help us protect the digital future!

Argo Cyber is an Equal Opportunity Employer.