Cloud Network Engineer - Clearance Required

LMI is seeking an experienced Cloud Network Engineerwith a minimum of an active SECRETclearance and at least 3 years of demonstrated experience to support the United States Army. This role focuses on the integration of on-prem hardware solutions with cloud-based software defined networking. You will work directly with US Army mission partners to bridge the gap between physical hardware and cloud-based digital solutions for the Warfighter.

You should be comfortable working at the intersection of hardware and software, collaborating closely with platform engineers to integrate edge devices into broaderDevSecOps pipelinesand cloud-native architectures.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, provenexpertisein federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

This position requires an active Secret clearance.

Responsible for evaluating cloud-based technical solutions/designs in accordance with client requirements
• Provide expertise to monitor the designing and engineering of infrastructure and applications to the Cloud
• Responsible for ensuring that all vendor solutions comply with industry and Government-mandated security protocols, controls, and best-practices
• Work closely with Cybersecurity resources to document controls, support accreditation, Interim Authorization to Test (IATT) and Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation and provide metrics to comply with audits
• Responsible for escalating issues, problems, risks, and constraints to the appropriate levels for clarification and resolution
• Understanding of circuit types and general bandwidth per type
• Knowledge (understanding) of logical Network Topologies
• Knowledge of various operating systems (Windows, Linux, MacOS)
• Understanding of network device types, especially firewalls, routers, switches and Wide Area Network (WAN) Optimizer appliances
• Ability to understand and assist with network design diagrams to better support the program and overall understanding of network activities
• Understanding of Virtual Route Forwarding (VRF), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and other network security capabilities available for potential system use
• Provide Technical and Strategic Subject Matter Expertise on transport solutions from Denied, Distributed, Intermittent, and Low-bandwidth (DDIL) environments to a cloud-based environment

Qualifications

• Clearance:Minimum of an activeSECRETclearance.
• Education:STEM Bachelor's degree or related technical field.
• Experience:Minimum of 3-years of experience
• Government Experience:Previous government technology experience
• Programming:C and C++for embedded systems; familiarity with Python for scripting and automation.
• Automation:Experience usingGitLabfor CI/CD and automated firmware build environments.
• Linux Toolsets:Strong familiarity with Linux for cross-compilation and network-related troubleshooting.
• Security:DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (Security+ or equivalent).
• Agile:Experience working with Agile teams to deliver iterative hardware/software increments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Top-Secret clearance
• Master's degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge ofArmy PNT (Positioning, Navigation, and Timing)or electronic warfare systems.
• Experience withDockerfor containerized embedded build environments.
• Familiarity withBus protocols(CAN, MIL-STD-1553) and tactical data links.
• Experience withAndroid NDK(Native Development Kit) for high-performance mobile integration.

Target Salary Range: $140,000 - 160,000

Disclaimer:

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.