Cloud Engineer - SOF AT&L

Applied Research Solutions has an exciting new opportunity for a Cloud Engineer in support of Special Operations Forces Acquisition, Technology and Logistics (SOF AT&L) Program Executive Office for Software Development & Acquisition (PEO-SDA). PEO-SDA delivers operational software and digital platforms across multiple networks to automate complex SOF workflows and rapidly close capability gaps.

By partnering with USSOCOM S&T and leveraging external investments and best practices, SDA matures and transitions emerging technologies into fielded capabilities while increasing SOF buying power. The organization operates in real-world exercises and experiments to ensure solutions work in complex operational environments, and it advances secure modern delivery through accredited DevSecOps infrastructure, rapid prototyping approaches, and scalable digital ecosystem, intelligence, and mission command applications.

This is a full-time position located at MacDill AFB, FL Why Work with us?   Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners.

We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.   Responsibilities include: Provides expert-level engineering leadership in support of SOF enterprise modernization efforts, with responsibility for complex multi-discipline engineering activities supporting Cloud, DevSecOps, and enterprise software integration.

Completes advanced engineering demand tasks including reviewing engineering change proposals, conducting evaluations of DoDAF artifacts, analyzing Cloud architectures, and assessing operations in multi-Cloud environments. Applies extensive knowledge of RMF within Cloud architectures to ensure enterprise solutions adhere to security and accreditation requirements. Serves as a senior technical advisor on Kubernetes orchestration, deployment patterns, and Cloud-native architectures; provides expert-level analysis of strengths and weaknesses of major Cloud Platforms and their applicability to SOF Cloud Operations.

Provides expert guidance on Cloud platform selection and design based on mission requirements, operational environment, performance considerations, and security constraints. Engages in advanced Agile SAFe-aligned software development activities; leads and participates in Agile ceremonies; utilizes SAFe management tools to guide backlog refinement, PI planning, and cross-team coordination. Applies significant software and/or systems integration experience within SOF or IC environments to ensure alignment with mission needs and enterprise technical baselines.

Possesses a midlevel understanding of networking concepts and applies advanced tools to document and analyze complex technical tasks, including implementation of Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks and controls within enterprise engineering solutions. Conducts and supports DoD software testing methodologies, including evaluation of test plans, scripts, results, and required documentation for enterprise-grade systems—preferably within SOF or IC mission contexts.

Employs and evaluates state-of-the-art information technology, environmental engineering technologies, and Cloud-native frameworks, integrating them into system planning, design, operation, and modernization strategies. Supports