Cloud Engineer Job at In-Q-Tel, McLean, VA

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  • In-Q-Tel
  • McLean, VA

Job Description



The Project Engineering (PE) team at IQT provides technical direction and engineering implementation guidance to startups that are part of IQT's strategic investment portfolio. These startups deliver critical, cutting-edge technology to government partners in the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. This person will focus on the design, development, testing, migration, installation, deployment, maintenance, and support of a range of hardware and software technologies. These can include cloud infrastructure, AI/ML applications, geospatial analytic tools, data analytics platforms, large-scale data systems, multilingual translation tools, additive manufacturing tools, autonomous platforms, supply chain solutions, cybersecurity solutions, cryptocurrency, computer vision, SaaS products, wireless communications, RF systems, microelectronics, materials science, space systems, and biotechnology. The technologies emanate from early-stage start-ups that IQT has identified, evaluated, and invested in on behalf of our government partners.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the engineering design, development, implementation, and execution of 12-18 concurrent projects to effectively move technology from the commercial space to IQT’s government partners.
  • Advise on the capture and translation of mission and government customer requirements/needs into system-level requirements.
  • Oversee requirements analysis, design implementation planning, integration and test, documentation, installation, and deployment of the technologies.
  • Review and evaluate portfolio companies’ products and/or services to determine whether it is functional using systems engineering principles, including verification of contractual requirements.
  • Monitor and react to any technical concerns or feedback throughout the work program, while translating critical technical risks/issues into an actionable plan as they arise.
  • Facilitate government evaluation of technology by proactively planning for solution transfer efforts, advising government users throughout a pilot of technology, and providing recommendations about operational support.
  • Support the continual improvement of PE processes and tools to accomplish analysis, problem diagnosis and solution design, integration and test preparation, risk assessment and mitigation planning, and related activities.
  • Set up, configure, deploy, and operate AWS environments for testing of software products
  • Identify multi-cloud, multi-agency collaborative activities that require navigating agency-specific policy requirements and advising government stakeholders on best practices
  • Provide support for development in or transition to the cloud. Includes supporting implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of startup software products in government-owned private cloud environments

Qualifications

  • Due to contractual reasons, U.S. Citizenship is required
  • S. or M.S. degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience.
  • 3+ years of professional experience with ideally 2+ years working with cloud services – Amazon Web Services (AWS) preferred.
    • Familiarity with cloud resource conventions, permissions model, storage mechanisms, and networking models.
    • Ability to take and pass AWS certification exam (Solutions Architect or DevOps Engineer certification); paid for by IQT
  • Experience with containerization/orchestration solutions, including Docker and Kubernetes
  • Comfort working in a *nix environments (RHEL preferred)
  • Understanding of networking fundamentals (VPNs, DNS, TCP/IP, etc)
  • Understanding of security stack infrastructure (WAFs, Firewall rules, network security groups, Virtual Networks, Subnets, routing tables)
  • Eagerness and willing to learn new domains and technologies across the entire hardware and software spectrum.
  • Passion for supporting the US National Security mission.
  • Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills. Ability to multi-task and support multiple priorities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills: demonstrated ability to build relationships with stakeholders and manage expectations.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; PEs interact regularly with government partners, portfolio companies, and across IQT.
  • A meticulous eye for detail and being a self-starter with a collaborative mindset.
  • Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. top-secret clearance.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Company Overview:

In-Q-Tel (IQT) is the not-for-profit strategic investor the U.S. national security community and America’s allies have relied upon for 25 years to anticipate their technology needs and achieve solutions. IQT identifies, evaluates, and leverages emerging commercial technologies to deliver best-in-class capabilities, insights, and other services to government partners through a unique global investment platform.

We call our mission “Global Security Investing.” As well as encompassing defense-focused startups and harnessing existing and over-the-horizon commercial technologies to sustain military and intelligence overmatch against adversaries, Global Security Investing emphasizes the importance of international reach and collaboration in a world where innovative venture-backed startups can now be found everywhere. Think you would be a great fit to help carry out IQT’s mission? Apply below!

For more information about IQT, visit .

Benefit Overview:

IQT understands that life is more than just work. We offer a wide variety of benefits designed to support the whole person including but not limited to:

  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Unlimited Vacation
  • Tuition & Professional Development Assistance
  • Student Loan Repayment & College Savings
  • Parental Leave
  • Family Forming Support
  • Caregiving Benefits
  • Wellness Perks
  • Telework & Flexible Schedule

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Job Tags

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