Cloud Analyst (Secret) (4495) at SMX

<div class="ui-form-item ui-form-item-horizontal" data-direction="horizontal"> <div class="ui-form-field lifesuite__rte--display"> <div class="ui-form-field lifesuite__rte--display"> <p>SMX is seeking&nbsp;<strong>Cloud Analysts (Junior/Mid/Senior)</strong>&nbsp;supporting the design and implementation of secure, scalable multi-cloud infrastructure and services in support of enterprise analytics and mission-critical systems for the United States Air Force. In this role, you will translate business or client requirements into secure, cloud-native architecture solutions, guide DevOps automation, and ensure interoperability across a diverse technology stack. You will collaborate with customers, evaluate cloud platforms, and provide subject matter expertise in systems integration, automation, and long-term modernization strategies. Must be familiar with design and implementation, virtualization, operating systems, storage, networking, security, and have technical cloud expertise. Services performed include, but are not limited to, applying management analysis processes, statistical methods, and advanced technical and analytical research techniques to determine cloud solutions based on client cloud migration and deployment requirements. Analyze operational activities to obtain a quantitative, rational basis for decision making and resource allocation. Employs process improvements and reengineering methodologies and principles for modernization of cloud-based systems and projects. Provides integral support in mission requirements determination, conceptualization, design, development, testing, verification and validation, documentation, and implementation of system applications.</p> <p><strong>Essential Duties &amp; Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support cross-functional teams through execution of enterprise cloud initiatives across IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and Kubernetes-based platforms within DoD environments</li> <li>Assist in designing, architecting, and optimizing secure cloud solutions in AWS, Azure, Google, and/or Oracle environments</li> <li>Understand cloud-native architectures that support data integration, analytics, and automation requirements</li> <li>Support the design and implementation of on-premises to cloud migration strategies</li> <li>Provide support for cloud-based networks/computers/servers/appliances or other devices</li> <li>Perform data network emulation/virtualization, analysis, and planning for cloud-based solutions</li> <li>Analyze systems and associated network and computer security measures implementation in accordance with the Cloud Service Offering levels and FedRAMP</li> <li>Has demonstrated knowledge of AWS GovCloud IL2 thru IL6 environments (Azure, Google, and Oracle experience also accepted)</li> <li>Support infrastructure security design, patching, and compliance documentation to support governance and ATO processes</li> <li>Ensure cloud infrastructure aligns with organizational policies, cost controls, and technical roadmaps</li> <li>Able to interact with clients, peers, management, and senior technical leads in a constantly evolving environment to ensure a positive customer experience and atmosphere in the workplace</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Skills &amp; Experience</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Must have High School diploma and minimum 1 year experience for junior-level. Must have Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification plus 3 years' experience for mid-level. Must have Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification plus 6 years' experience for senior-level. Must have Master’s degree or equivalent certification plus 10 years for SME-level.</li> <li>Active Security Clearance Required: <strong>Secret</strong></li> <li>Demonstrate ability to support enterprise-scale system integrations and automation projects</li> <li>Experience establishing and/or managing environments across multiple enclaves and security domains</li> <li>Familiarity with cloud governance tools (e.g., Xacta, eMASS) and experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes</li> <li>Ability to develop and maintain technical documentation, infrastructure diagrams, and cloud migration strategies</li> <li>Understanding of C4I systems</li> <li>Knowledge of Windows operating environments</li> <li>Experience with integration of Software with IBM Maximo Application Suite (MAS) Architecture, IBM WebSphere, and Red Hat OpenShift</li> <li>DoD 8570 compliant certification: CompTia Sec+</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;<strong>Desired Skills &amp; Experience</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Prior experience supporting United States Air Force cloud programs (AWS Govcloud)</li> <li>Cloud certification(s)</li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Application Deadline:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> July 27, 2026</span></p> <p>#CJPOST</p> <p>#LI-hybrid</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> </div> </div> </div><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>&nbsp;</p> <hr> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning &amp; development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.</span></p></div><div class="title">The proposed salary for this position is:</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$103,200</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$172,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>&nbsp;</p> <p>At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.</p> <p>We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.</p> <p>SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.</p> <p><span data-teams="true"><span id="message-body-1758638857922" class="fui-ChatMyMessage__body rcngbzt ___eyw0iv0 f10pi13n ftqa4ok f2hkw1w f8hki3x f1d2448m f1bjia2o ffh67wi f1j6vpng f1pniga2 f987i1v f1ffjurs f15bsgw9 f14e48fq f18yb2kv fd6o370 ffwy5si f3znvyf f57olzd f4stah7 f480a47 fs1por5 fk6fouc figsok6 fkhj508 f19n0e5 f9ijwd5 fzqqayd f10ostut f1o0qvyv f9ggezi f1xp5gbu f150uoa4 ffyari3 fo7qwa0 f16xkysk fxowb0n f11ghf3q f13aoclr flypziy f10kwr27 fquw1qa fftr39l f13lathq f15hsm81 f2ss68y ffb60jq f8nuap2 f13nk4fk f7jacry fq08z5q fd9af6s fr74w9q fcl9uv6 f13sm7pj f1u6qqly f16wpxbl faim3u9 f6cs3qo fa2w2z3 fd39nx6 f10gn8j9 frcqmxy f1w9ws4k f1ddxkqj fd10euv fvuz61 f1nbc6gw"><span id="content-1758638857922" class="fui-Primitive ___16zla5h f1oy3dpc fqtknz5 fyvcxda"></span></span></span></p> <div id="x_Signature"></div> <p>Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.</p> <p>SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).</p></div>