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Cloud Operations Engineer, Sr. (Top Secret | Multi-Cloud | Hybrid)

Charlottesville, VA

Senior Cloud Operations Engineer (Multi-Cloud | Top Secret)

Location: Charlottesville, VA (Hybrid – onsite 4–6 times per month)
Clearance: Active Top Secret (SCI eligible)

Why This Role Matters

At Rackner, we build cutting-edge cloud-native solutions that power missions at the highest levels of government and the enterprise. We’re looking for a Senior Cloud Operations Engineer who thrives in hybrid cloud environments and is eager to solve some of the most complex challenges in secure cloud infrastructure.

This isn’t just another ops role — you’ll have a seat at the table to shape multi-cloud architectures across Azure, AWS, and on-prem, while automating and hardening environments that support mission-critical outcomes. If you’re passionate about building scalable, secure, and automated systems — and want your work to truly make an impact — this is the place to do it.

What You’ll Do

  • Bridge Clouds & Networks: Design and manage connectivity between Azure, AWS, and on-prem environments.
  • Automate Everything: Build Infrastructure-as-Code with Terraform, automate deployments, and ensure CI/CD pipelines keep things moving smoothly.
  • Containerize & Scale: Leverage Kubernetes and containerization to enable secure, repeatable deployments.
  • Harden & Secure: Develop hardened machine images (e.g., Azure VMs), ensure STIG compliance, and create secure services that inherit and enforce security.
  • Innovate in Multi-Cloud: Work across both Azure and AWS — designing landing zones, policies, networking (DNS, load balancing, TLS), and integrations that enable scale and reliability.
  • Collaborate & Lead: Partner with DevSecOps, software engineers, and stakeholders to drive initiatives, mentor peers, and deliver results that matter.
What You Bring
  • 7+ years in software development or DevOps roles, building solutions in secure Azure environments (Python / Bash preferred).
  • 2+ years working with Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, or similar).
  • Hands-on experience with Terraform in production (GitOps, CI/CD, branching strategies).
  • 1+ year deploying and working with Azure Landing Zones and policies.
  • Strong background in Azure and AWS networking (DNS, load balancing, TLS).
  • Solid scripting skills (Python, Bash; PowerShell or Go a plus).
  • Familiarity with STIG compliance and hardening Azure/AWS workloads.
  • Active Security+ (IAT Level II) and at least one cloud certification (Azure or AWS). If you don’t have both, you’ll have the chance to earn them here (we cover certifications).

Nice to Have

  • AWS Direct Connect / AWS Networking
  • Crossplane
  • Bachelor’s in IT or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
  • Updated Azure and/or AWS certifications

Why Rackner

We’re not just solving technical challenges — we’re helping transform how government and enterprises adopt and scale cloud. You’ll join a fast-growing, energetic consultancy that embraces innovation, continuous learning, and employee growth.

Here’s what we offer:

Rackner embraces  and promotes employee development and training and covers the cost of certifications relevant to a position and the technologies/services provided .  Fitness/Gym membership eligibility, weekly pay schedule and employee swag, snacks & events are offered as well!

  • 401K with 100% match up to 6%
  • Weekly pay schedule (industry-leading)
  • Generous PTO
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability
  • Home office & equipment plan
  • Certifications fully covered (we invest in your career)
  • Fitness/gym membership eligibility, employee swag, snacks, and team events

 

 

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