Senior Cloud Engineer with Security Clearance

Cloud Engineer (Senior) – TS Cleared
Location: Huntsville, AL (Redstone Arsenal – Onsite M–F, Core Hours)
Clearance: Active Top Secret Required
Employment Type: W2 Consultant (Kforce)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more Contact Recruiter Directly:
Brenton Anderson
Email:
LinkedIn: Overview
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to support a mission-critical federal program focused on infrastructure modernization, secure cloud environments, and national security initiatives.
This is a high-impact, hands-on role centered on building and managing scalable AWS-based infrastructure in secure environments. Your work will directly support operational readiness, system reliability, and mission execution.
You will play a key role in designing, automating, and maintaining cloud infrastructure while ensuring compliance with federal security standards in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Build and manage AWS infrastructure including EC2, VPC, IAM, and S3
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and CloudFormation
Support CI/CD pipelines and automation for cloud-based systems
Administer and support Linux-based environments
Ensure compliance with security frameworks including STIGs and RMF
Monitor system performance, availability, and scalability of cloud environments
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, analytics, and infrastructure
Support secure data handling and compliance requirements within a cleared environment Required Qualifications Active Top Secret clearance
Strong experience with AWS infrastructure (EC2, VPC, IAM, S3)
Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines and automation
Experience working within Linux-based environments
Experience supporting systems in secure or regulated environments
Familiarity with security compliance frameworks such as STIGs and RMF
Ability to operate at a senior level, owning solutions end-to-end Work Environment Fully onsite at Redstone Arsenal (Huntsville, AL)
Monday–Friday within standard core business hours
Secure facility requiring strict adherence to security protocols
Fast-paced, mission-focused environment supporting national security operations
Direct collaboration with highly skilled technical teams Why Join Kforce?
As a W2 consultant with Kforce, you'll have access to a strong benefits package and ongoing support: Aetna Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan with options to invest
Competitive weekly pay
Paid time off (where applicable)
Dedicated recruiter and care team support
Opportunities to work on high-visibility, mission-driven programs Impact
This role provides the opportunity to design and maintain secure cloud infrastructure that directly supports national security missions and enables reliable, scalable system operations in a high-security environment. Apply Today
Join a team where your expertise in cloud engineering, infrastructure automation, and secure environments directly contributes to mission success.

Cloud Engineer (Senior) – TS Cleared
Location: Huntsville, AL (Redstone Arsenal – Onsite M–F, Core Hours)
Clearance: Active Top Secret Required
Employment Type: W2 Consultant (Kforce)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more Contact Recruiter Directly:
Brenton Anderson
Email:
LinkedIn: Overview
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to support a mission-critical federal program focused on infrastructure modernization, secure cloud environments, and national security initiatives.
This is a high-impact, hands-on role centered on building and managing scalable AWS-based infrastructure in secure environments. Your work will directly support operational readiness, system reliability, and mission execution.
You will play a key role in designing, automating, and maintaining cloud infrastructure while ensuring compliance with federal security standards in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Build and manage AWS infrastructure including EC2, VPC, IAM, and S3
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and CloudFormation
Support CI/CD pipelines and automation for cloud-based systems
Administer and support Linux-based environments
Ensure compliance with security frameworks including STIGs and RMF
Monitor system performance, availability, and scalability of cloud environments
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, analytics, and infrastructure
Support secure data handling and compliance requirements within a cleared environment Required Qualifications Active Top Secret clearance
Strong experience with AWS infrastructure (EC2, VPC, IAM, S3)
Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines and automation
Experience working within Linux-based environments
Experience supporting systems in secure or regulated environments
Familiarity with security compliance frameworks such as STIGs and RMF
Ability to operate at a senior level, owning solutions end-to-end Work Environment Fully onsite at Redstone Arsenal (Huntsville, AL)
Monday–Friday within standard core business hours
Secure facility requiring strict adherence to security protocols
Fast-paced, mission-focused environment supporting national security operations
Direct collaboration with highly skilled technical teams Why Join Kforce?
As a W2 consultant with Kforce, you'll have access to a strong benefits package and ongoing support: Aetna Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan with options to invest
Competitive weekly pay
Paid time off (where applicable)
Dedicated recruiter and care team support
Opportunities to work on high-visibility, mission-driven programs Impact
This role provides the opportunity to design and maintain secure cloud infrastructure that directly supports national security missions and enables reliable, scalable system operations in a high-security environment. Apply Today
Join a team where your expertise in cloud engineering, infrastructure automation, and secure environments directly contributes to mission success.

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