Data Transport Infrastructure Engineer

Leidos

. Supports systems requirements analysis, functional analysis, and requirements allocation for complex cloud and hybrid environments to include VMware and virtual server support.

Posted 3/29/2026full-timeAlabama, Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $87,100 - $157,450 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ApacheAWSAzureCloudDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesLinuxUnixVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supports systems requirements analysis, functional analysis, and requirements allocation for complex cloud and hybrid environments to include VMware and virtual server support.
Architect, deploy, and integrate cloud-native applications and supporting services.
Design and support containerized platforms and orchestration solutions using Kubernetes, Docker, and related technologies.
Optimize system availability, performance, scalability, and reliability across distributed cloud environments.
Supports Data Transport On-Call and Maintenance schedule as directed by program.
Implement and oversee security best practices, including identity and access management, logging, monitoring, vulnerability management, and compliance controls.
Support system integration, verification, validation, testing, and quality assurance activities across multiple technical domains.
Lead cloud modernization initiatives, including migration of legacy systems and adoption of cloud-native architectures.
Troubleshoot complex system issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive resolution across teams.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, architecture artifacts, and operational procedures.
Collaborate with internal engineering teams, program leadership, customers, and external partners or vendors to deliver integrated solutions.
Provide technical leadership, coaching, and design review support to junior and mid-level engineers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, additional years of experience will be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Interim Secret clearance required to start; ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship required.
CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification (IAT Level II).
Expert-level experience designing and supporting cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCI).
Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code, automation, and DevOps/DevSecOps practices.
Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native application architectures.
Advanced knowledge of Linux/Unix systems, networking, and cloud security concepts.
Proficiency in one or more scripting or programming languages (e.g., Apache NiFi).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive compensation
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

cloud-native applicationsKubernetesDockerInfrastructure as CodeDevOpsDevSecOpsCI/CD pipelinesLinuxUnixApache NiFi

Soft Skills

communicationtechnical leadershipcoachingcollaborationtroubleshootingroot cause analysisdocumentationdesign review

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster's degreeInterim Secret clearanceCompTIA Security+