Lead Cloud Engineer & Technical Writer at Tetra Tech in Washington, DC | Kablio

Role

Description

cloud infrastructure

zero trust

poa&m management

devops

configuration management

cloud automation

Lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of secure, scalable cloud infrastructure and services supporting FAA enterprise systems.
Collaborate with cybersecurity and network engineering teams to document and validate controls related to Zero Trust architecture, cloud configurations, and system security.
Create and maintain a formalized tracking and reporting system for POA&Ms, risk items, and data calls to improve transparency, accountability, and performance monitoring.
Participate in FAA enterprise-level technical and governance meetings, providing subject matter expertise in cloud operations, DevOps practices, and risk tracking.
Contribute to and review configuration management documentation, engineering change proposals, and risk mitigation strategies.
Provide expert input on the integration of DevOps pipelines, cloud automation, and system monitoring tools.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all POA&M management activities, ensuring timely responses, accurate status tracking, and resolution of identified risks in compliance with FAA cybersecurity and risk management policies.
Lead and coordinate responses to technical data calls, compliance reviews, and audit requests.
Mentor mid-level and junior engineers on cloud engineering best practices and documentation standards.
Develop and maintain detailed technical documents including cloud architecture guides, DevOps process documentation, Zero Trust reference architecture, system design documents, user guides, RMF (Risk Management Framework), and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Requirements

aws

azure

gcp

devops

zero trust

cissp

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Relevant industry certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, CISSP, or Security+.
Experience developing and maintaining risk and compliance tracking systems (e.g., CSAM, ServiceNow, or custom tracking dashboards).
FAA or Department of Transportation (DOT) program experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience with one or more major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Strong understanding of DevOps methodologies, cloud automation, and configuration management.
Experience documenting and implementing Zero Trust architectures in federal cloud environments.
Proven ability to develop detailed technical documents, including SOPs, user guides, and engineering documentation for cloud, DevOps, and Zero Trust environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing clear and technically accurate documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.
Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in systems engineering, including at least 5 years specializing in cloud architecture, engineering, or operations.
Proficiency in RMF, NIST 800-53, and POA&M management processes within federal IT environments.

Benefits

Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Merit-based financial rewards.
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass a background check and obtain a public trust clearance (us citizenship required).

Company

Overview

$5B

Annual Revenue

The company generates approximately $5 billion in revenue each year.

1966

Year Founded

Established in 1966 in Pasadena, the company has grown globally over the decades.

110,000

Annual Projects

It executes approximately 110,000 projects annually across various sectors.

Top ENR

Industry Rankings

The company is highly ranked in ENR for water treatment, wind power, and hydroelectric plant engineering.

Leveraging a signature science-driven approach, it tackles complex problems in water, environmental restoration and sustainable infrastructure.
It organizes itself into government and commercial/international groups, enabling tailored expertise across public and private sectors.
Its Digital Systems division develops advanced analytics and visualization tools (like FusionMap®), supporting clients in grid reliability and AI infrastructure.
Unusual among engineering firms, it bridges traditional civil projects with cutting-edge digital and AI-enabled infrastructure solutions.

Culture + Values

Service
Value
Excellence
Opportunity
Improving lives around the world by Leading with Science®
Our workforce is diverse and includes leading experts in our fields
Encouraging our associates to explore new technologies, ideas, and business trends

Environment + Sustainability

$1B Credit Facility

Sustainability-linked financial initiative

A $1 billion credit facility tied to greenhouse gas reduction and improving lives metrics.

78% Emissions Reduction

Greenhouse gas reduction from operations

Achieved a 78% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from operations, aligning with carbon negative targets.

100% Solar Energy

Net zero energy target achieved

Achieved net zero energy target via a LEED Platinum certified project with 100% solar energy and energy use intensity ≤ 30 kBtu/sf/year.

36% Emissions Reduction

GHG reduction per employee

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions per employee by 36% for Scope 1 and 2 compared to 2021 baseline.

Carbon negative target with UN Global Compact and SBTi alignment.
Independent verification of science-based targets in line with 1.5 °C Paris goal.
Reporting Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
60% of vendor spend to commit to SBTi by 2027.
24% of business holds ISO 14001 certification for environmental management.
Net zero energy target achieved via LEED Platinum California DGS Natural Resources Headquarters project.
Sustainability-linked $1 billion credit facility tied to GHG reduction and improving lives metrics.

Inclusion & Diversity

20,400 people

STEM program engagement

The company's STEM program has engaged over 20,400 individuals, focusing on promoting participation and inclusivity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

TRIR 0.37 and LWDIR 0.12

Safety performance metrics

The company achieved a Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) of 0.37 and a Lost Workday Injury Rate (LWDIR) of 0.12 in 2024, representing a 54% and 60% improvement over industry averages, respectively.

Strive for achievement: committed to high performance and delivering on promises
Be open and transparent: foster a culture where people can share openly and say what they mean
Listen to and respect people: value people, listen deeply, and ensure all voices are heard and respected
Pursue curiosity and have a passion for learning: constantly aim to learn and grow through research, feedback, and reflection
Embrace diversity and collaboration: work as one team that embraces diversity and actively invites different perspectives
Indigenous engagement commitments: respect land tenure and property rights; maximize meaningful employment and business opportunities for Indigenous Peoples; engage Indigenous suppliers; provide training and youth/elder opportunities
Women’s representation: supports the Australian Human Rights Commission’s Wiyi Yani U Thangani Report; targeting structural change for First Nations women and girls

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Role

Description

cloud infrastructure

zero trust

poa&m management

devops

configuration management

cloud automation

Lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of secure, scalable cloud infrastructure and services supporting FAA enterprise systems.
Collaborate with cybersecurity and network engineering teams to document and validate controls related to Zero Trust architecture, cloud configurations, and system security.
Create and maintain a formalized tracking and reporting system for POA&Ms, risk items, and data calls to improve transparency, accountability, and performance monitoring.
Participate in FAA enterprise-level technical and governance meetings, providing subject matter expertise in cloud operations, DevOps practices, and risk tracking.
Contribute to and review configuration management documentation, engineering change proposals, and risk mitigation strategies.
Provide expert input on the integration of DevOps pipelines, cloud automation, and system monitoring tools.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all POA&M management activities, ensuring timely responses, accurate status tracking, and resolution of identified risks in compliance with FAA cybersecurity and risk management policies.
Lead and coordinate responses to technical data calls, compliance reviews, and audit requests.
Mentor mid-level and junior engineers on cloud engineering best practices and documentation standards.
Develop and maintain detailed technical documents including cloud architecture guides, DevOps process documentation, Zero Trust reference architecture, system design documents, user guides, RMF (Risk Management Framework), and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Requirements

aws

azure

gcp

devops

zero trust

cissp

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Relevant industry certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, CISSP, or Security+.
Experience developing and maintaining risk and compliance tracking systems (e.g., CSAM, ServiceNow, or custom tracking dashboards).
FAA or Department of Transportation (DOT) program experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience with one or more major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Strong understanding of DevOps methodologies, cloud automation, and configuration management.
Experience documenting and implementing Zero Trust architectures in federal cloud environments.
Proven ability to develop detailed technical documents, including SOPs, user guides, and engineering documentation for cloud, DevOps, and Zero Trust environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing clear and technically accurate documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.
Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in systems engineering, including at least 5 years specializing in cloud architecture, engineering, or operations.
Proficiency in RMF, NIST 800-53, and POA&M management processes within federal IT environments.

Benefits

Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Merit-based financial rewards.
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass a background check and obtain a public trust clearance (us citizenship required).

Company

Overview

$5B

Annual Revenue

The company generates approximately $5 billion in revenue each year.

1966

Year Founded

Established in 1966 in Pasadena, the company has grown globally over the decades.

110,000

Annual Projects

It executes approximately 110,000 projects annually across various sectors.

Top ENR

Industry Rankings

The company is highly ranked in ENR for water treatment, wind power, and hydroelectric plant engineering.

Leveraging a signature science-driven approach, it tackles complex problems in water, environmental restoration and sustainable infrastructure.
It organizes itself into government and commercial/international groups, enabling tailored expertise across public and private sectors.
Its Digital Systems division develops advanced analytics and visualization tools (like FusionMap®), supporting clients in grid reliability and AI infrastructure.
Unusual among engineering firms, it bridges traditional civil projects with cutting-edge digital and AI-enabled infrastructure solutions.

Culture + Values

Service
Value
Excellence
Opportunity
Improving lives around the world by Leading with Science®
Our workforce is diverse and includes leading experts in our fields
Encouraging our associates to explore new technologies, ideas, and business trends

Environment + Sustainability

$1B Credit Facility

Sustainability-linked financial initiative

A $1 billion credit facility tied to greenhouse gas reduction and improving lives metrics.

78% Emissions Reduction

Greenhouse gas reduction from operations

Achieved a 78% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from operations, aligning with carbon negative targets.

100% Solar Energy

Net zero energy target achieved

Achieved net zero energy target via a LEED Platinum certified project with 100% solar energy and energy use intensity ≤ 30 kBtu/sf/year.

36% Emissions Reduction

GHG reduction per employee

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions per employee by 36% for Scope 1 and 2 compared to 2021 baseline.

Carbon negative target with UN Global Compact and SBTi alignment.
Independent verification of science-based targets in line with 1.5 °C Paris goal.
Reporting Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
60% of vendor spend to commit to SBTi by 2027.
24% of business holds ISO 14001 certification for environmental management.
Net zero energy target achieved via LEED Platinum California DGS Natural Resources Headquarters project.
Sustainability-linked $1 billion credit facility tied to GHG reduction and improving lives metrics.

Inclusion & Diversity

20,400 people

STEM program engagement

The company's STEM program has engaged over 20,400 individuals, focusing on promoting participation and inclusivity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

TRIR 0.37 and LWDIR 0.12

Safety performance metrics

The company achieved a Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) of 0.37 and a Lost Workday Injury Rate (LWDIR) of 0.12 in 2024, representing a 54% and 60% improvement over industry averages, respectively.

Strive for achievement: committed to high performance and delivering on promises
Be open and transparent: foster a culture where people can share openly and say what they mean
Listen to and respect people: value people, listen deeply, and ensure all voices are heard and respected
Pursue curiosity and have a passion for learning: constantly aim to learn and grow through research, feedback, and reflection
Embrace diversity and collaboration: work as one team that embraces diversity and actively invites different perspectives
Indigenous engagement commitments: respect land tenure and property rights; maximize meaningful employment and business opportunities for Indigenous Peoples; engage Indigenous suppliers; provide training and youth/elder opportunities
Women’s representation: supports the Australian Human Rights Commission’s Wiyi Yani U Thangani Report; targeting structural change for First Nations women and girls

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