Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations and our employees with endless opportunities. We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Operations Manager to join our team and help oversee and optimize our cloud infrastructure. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for technology, we’d love to meet you! The Cloud Operations Manager is responsible for managing and optimizing the company’s cloud infrastructure and services. You will work closely with development, IT, and security teams to ensure cloud environments are secure, scalable, reliable, and cost-efficient. You’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of our cloud services, including monitoring, provisioning, and performance optimization, while also implementing best practices for cloud security and compliance. Join us at AEGIS where the sky is NOT the limit!
Primary Responsibilities:
• Manage cloud environments to ensure performance, availability, and security.
• Manage the fulfillment and resolution of cloud ITSM requests, incidents & problems, and changes within SLA requirements
• Lead the Incident Response (IR) team and coordinate resolution efforts.
• Implement and maintain cloud monitoring and automation tools.
• Manage CDM operations, vulnerability management, and other cyber functions associated with securing federal cloud environments.
• Take direction from cloud Deputy PM and support the implementation of cloud service design and transition into service operations.
• Deploy training program for team on implementing SAFe Agile management concepts into cloud service operations.
• Lead the cloud operations team to ensure the smooth operation of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.).
• Manage cloud infrastructure, including deployment, automation, monitoring, scaling, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement cloud solutions that meet business and technical requirements.
• Monitor system performance, detect issues, and implement solutions to ensure maximum uptime and reliability.
• Optimize cloud resources for cost-efficiency and performance.
• Oversee cloud security, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Develop and enforce cloud management processes, workflows, and operational standards.
• Build and maintain disaster recovery plans and ensure data integrity.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to the cloud operations team.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and emerging cloud technologies.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10 years of experience in cloud operations, infrastructure management, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud management tools.
• Strong knowledge of cloud security best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage high-pressure situations.
• Experience with cost control, performance monitoring, and capacity planning in a cloud environment.
• Experience using Atlassian Software (Jira & Confluence)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience using SAFe Agile concepts
• Familiarity with DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience in cost management and optimization in the cloud.
Clearance:
NASA Public Trust
Desired Certifications / Training:
• Cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect, etc.).
Potential for Telework (if any):
Yes, with ability to be onsite upon request.
Original Posting Date:2025-02-24
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:Pay Range $126,100.00 - $227,950.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos
For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world.
OUR MISSION
Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
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