Job Description
Changeis, Inc. is seeking a Senior Principal Cloud Engineer to support enterprise IT shared services operations within a cabinet-level federal agency environment. This is a senior technical leadership role responsible for enterprise-scale architecture, performance optimization, and strategic cloud direction.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide technical, managerial, and administrative direction for complex cloud systems
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Lead problem definition, requirements development, and solution implementation
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Perform systems engineering lifecycle activities, including trade studies and analysis
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Troubleshoot enterprise-scale performance issues and analyze system bottlenecks
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Develop and implement capacity planning strategies
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Lead architecture reviews for major cloud initiatives and migrations
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Serve as the top technical escalation point for complex cloud challenges
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Interface with government leadership on cloud strategy and risk
Required Qualifications
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Minimum 10 years managing cloud environments
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Extensive experience in cloud provider selection, implementation, and migration
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At least one Professional or Specialty-level cloud certification
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Deep expertise in performance tuning, network analysis, and capacity planning
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Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical programs
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Ability to obtain and maintain a federal public trust clearance
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor’s in Computer Science or Systems Engineering (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred)
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Multiple advanced cloud certifications
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Experience as a chief architect or technical lead on federal programs
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Familiarity with enterprise architecture and COE standards
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Experience with zero trust architecture and FedRAMP environments
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PMP, CISSP, or TOGAF certification