Cloud Engineer

Idaho National Laboratory

Cloud Engineer designing secure, resilient infrastructure and migrations for Idaho National Laboratory’s nuclear and energy research. Integrating AI/ML, automation, disaster recovery, and hybrid cloud architectures.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeIdaho Falls • Idaho • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,256 - $234,336 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing scalable cloud infrastructure, with a strong focus on security, compliance, and cost-efficiency. Proficient in automating deployment and management processes while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Cloud Infrastructure ManagementAI/ML IntegrationDocker and KubernetesAWS Certified Solutions ArchitectMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

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Hard Skills

Cloud ArchitectureInfrastructure as CodeData Protection StrategiesBackup and Disaster RecoveryVulnerability ManagementConfiguration ManagementPythonBashPowerShellAnsible and Terraform

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesAWSAzure

Certifications & Qualifications

AWS Certified Solutions ArchitectMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Industry Keywords

Cloud Security StandardsComplianceHybrid ArchitecturesContinuous MonitoringCost-Efficiency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDockerKubernetesPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and implement scalable, secure, compliant, and reliable cloud infrastructure across distributed and hybrid architectures
Plan and execute migration of data, IT infrastructure, and applications from on premises to cloud environments
Develop and manage data protection, backup, and disaster recovery strategies
Support continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and configuration management
Evaluate and integrate AI/ML services into cloud architectures
Automate deployment, monitoring, and management using Infrastructure as Code practices
Collaborate with DevSecOps, cybersecurity, architects, network engineers, data scientists, and AI engineers
Provide technical cloud guidance to developers and IT staff
Monitor performance, reliability, and health; troubleshoot issues and minimize downtime
Manage and optimize cloud resources for cost-efficiency, performance, and availability
Ensure compliance with cloud security standards and regulations
Maintain infrastructure, configuration, procedure, and policy documentation
Apply emerging cloud technologies and best practices to improve the environment
Mentor junior engineers
Participate in on-call rotation and provide critical infrastructure support

Requirements

What you’ll need

Level 3: Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or related field and at least 5 years of direct professional experience, or high school diploma/equivalent and at least 11 years of direct/professional experience in lieu of education
Level 4: Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 9 years of direct professional experience, or high school diploma/equivalent and at least 15 years of direct/professional experience in lieu of a degree
Experience with cloud-based solutions and cloud infrastructure
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy “L” clearance
US Citizenship required
Strong understanding of cloud architecture, including compute, storage, networking, and security components
Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
Familiarity with Ansible and Terraform
Knowledge of Python, Bash, or PowerShell
AI/LLM experience
AWS Certified Solutions Architect and Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert preferred
Ability to work more than 8 hours per day, alone, and irregular hours as needed
Ability to meet stated physical requirements, including standing, walking, sitting, bending, keyboarding, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds with assistance
Males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment
Must submit a resume and answer all application questions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
Paid time off (personal leave)
Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
Comprehensive Relocation Package
9x80 schedule with every other Friday off
Remote or Hybrid work opportunities may be available
Pre-employment and periodic drug testing