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Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Interim Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Public Trust/Other Required: None
Job Family: Software Engineering
Job Qualifications: Skills: AWS Cloud Computing, Cloud Based Solutions, Cloud Development, GitHub, Technology Implementations Certifications: None Experience: 5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes
Job Description: GDIT/ARMA-Global is currently pursuing a qualified candidate to serve as Cloud Developer Principal to support the design, development, engineering, integration, testing, implementation, and sustainment of critical cloud technologies for our customers.
Company Overview GDIT/ARMA-Global is a full-service integrator delivering a wide range of Information Technology-based services for Government and Commercial clients. We bring extensive experience overseeing the design, implementation, execution, and sustainment of domestic and international programs with an emphasis on delivering critical, no-fail mission support. GDIT/ARMA-Global prides itself on providing creative solutions to client challenges through talent and expertise committed to customer success.
Responsibilities As a Cloud Developer Principal , you will support customer mission objectives by designing, developing, integrating, securing, and sustaining cloud ‑ based applications and services. You will collaborate with multi ‑ discipline teams to build scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions that enhance enterprise operations. In this role, you will: • Develop, integrate, and maintain cloud ‑ hosted applications and services
• Build elastic, highly available, and fault ‑ tolerant cloud solutions using modern cloud architectures
• Automate deployment pipelines and infrastructure using CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Translate customer and stakeholder requirements into cloud ‑ based technical solutions
• Migrate legacy on ‑ premise systems to cloud environments using established patterns and automation tools
• Integrate cloud applications with identity, authentication, authorization, and directory services
• Ensure solutions adhere to cloud and cybersecurity best practices including zero ‑ trust, RBAC, and secure configuration guidelines
• Support cloud operations, troubleshooting, sustainment, and continuous improvement activities
• Participate in cloud architecture, design, and modernization discussions
• Maintain documentation for cloud environments, deployments, and configurations
• Brief leadership and stakeholders on cloud development activities, risks, and planned enhancements
• Provide training, user guides, and knowledge transfer for newly delivered cloud capabilities
• Monitor emerging cloud technologies and proposing enhancements to improve efficiency, reliability, and security
• Lead cloud development tasks, supporting project milestones, and performing hands-on coding, testing, and deployment
• Execute approved cloud strategies and fostering productive relationships across teams to deliver resilient cloud services
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Understanding of DoW and Air Force Special Operations
• Familiarity with Department of Defense Architecture Framework viewpoints
• Experience developing, integrating, or sustaining applications in cloud environments (AWS preferred; Azure or GCP acceptable)
• Strong working knowledge of cloud services such as: Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS, Containerization (Docker), AWS CLI, CloudFormation, Ansible Playbooks
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and automation using tools such as: Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions
• Experience with identity and directory services including: Active Directory, Identity Access Management and federation tools, Keycloak, Red Hat SSO, PKI / certificates
• Strong understanding of Linux (RHEL) and Windows operating systems
• Experience developing cloud components using modern programming or scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python)
• Ability to troubleshoot cloud applications across development, testing, and production environments
• Experience with configuration management, version control, and code repositories (GitLab, GitHub)
• Experience implementing secure cloud configurations aligned with RMF, STIGs, SCAP, and DevSecOps principles
• Ability to create and maintain cloud system documentation, diagrams, baseline configurations, deployment artifacts, and user guides
• Ability to work independently as well as within collaborative team environments
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts clearly
• Strong problem ‑ solving skills with ability to research and communicate solutions effectively
Security Requirements • Must have a SECRET clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI (TS/SCI)
Location • Onsite - Mary Esther, FL
Physical Demands • Lift over 35 LBS
Work Environment • Work is primarily performed in an administrative office environment
Education, Certification and Experience Requirements • BS in a related technical field or equivalent experience plus required years of experience
• 5+ years of combined DoW and/or Commercial industry IT experience • Two (2) of the five (5) years ’ experience must be implementing/sustaining enterprise-level solutions in a production cloud environment
• Current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification (Sec+ CE or equivalent) Required
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate Required
• Linux+ Desired
Citizenship Requirement: • US citizenship
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of inn
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