Cloud Image Developer (Azure/AWS)

Description

Join us in transforming how technology serves those who serve.

At Leidos, we're not just delivering solutions - we're pioneering the future of defense and intelligence technology. Our diverse teams of innovators unite around a singular purpose: empowering our customers to succeed in their critical missions. We believe in leading with integrity, investing in our communities, and building sustainably for tomorrow.

Shape the future of digital defense.

Our Digital Modernization sector is at the forefront of next-generation technology, architecting cutting-edge solutions in cyber defense, logistics optimization, security operations, and decision intelligence. We're the minds behind the mission-critical systems that keep our nation secure.

Ready to engineer solutions that matter?

Primary Responsibilities:

The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos is seeking a dynamic Cloud Image Developer (Azure/AWS) to support cloud modernization initiatives for the United States Coast Guard (USCG) at Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Cyber, and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC) in the Alexandria, VA area. This role is part of a high-impact program focused on delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions that enable operational agility and resilience across the USCG enterprise.

As a Image Developer, you'll be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining secure operating system images for deployment across AWS and Azure environments. This role is vital to ensuring consistent provisioning, compliance, and automation across cloud-hosted systems. You'll work closely with cloud engineers, cybersecurity analysts, and program leadership to drive continuous improvement and deliver value to the mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop base images for virtual machines (VMs) or containers that include operating systems, software packages, and configurations tailored for specific cloud platforms (e.g., AWS AMIs, Azure VM images, Google Cloud images).
• Use tools like Packer, Terraform, or Ansible to automate the creation and deployment of images across environments.
• Ensure images are lightweight, secure, and compliant with organizational standards.
• Maintain versioned images, apply patches, and update software to keep images current and reliable.
• Work closely with teams to ensure images integrate smoothly into CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code workflows.
• Support cross-functional coordination across engineering, cybersecurity, and program management teams
• Promote continuous improvement through feedback loops and process refinement
• Ensure alignment with USCG mission priorities and Leidos delivery standards

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Business)
• 4+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering.
• Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure image creation tools
• Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, or Python)
• Familiarity with security hardening standards (e.g., DISA STIGs, CIS benchmarks)
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• Experience with Image creation tools like Docker or Kubernetes
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Packer, or ARM templates
• Experience with Configuration management tools like Ansible, Chef, Puppet
• Certifications such as AWS SysOps Administrator, Azure Administrator, or CompTIA Security+
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust and DoD Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting DHS, USCG, or other federal cloud modernization efforts
• Strong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience working with technical teams in cloud, cybersecurity, or enterprise IT environments

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

For U.S. Positions: 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.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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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