Classified Technical and Cloud Computing Engineer

Location: El Segundo, CA

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

Enterprise Information Services is responsible for Aerospace’s classified and unclassified enterprise IT environment. As a Classified Technical andCloud Computing Engineer, you’ll design, deploy, secure, and maintain Azure-based virtual enclaves in a classified environment. This role requires deep expertise in Azure services, governance, security controls, and enclave operations within DoD or IC-compliant architectures.

The ideal candidate is experienced with operating in high‑security environments and ensuring compliant, resilient cloud solutions. You will join a company that develops cutting edge solutions for our nation’s most complex space enterprise and mission assurance challenges. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in Colorado Springs, CO or El Segundo, CA

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deploy, configure, and maintain Azure virtual enclaves to support mission applications and workloads in a classified environment.
• Implement and enforce security, compliance, and governance policies aligned with DoD, IC, NIST, and organizational standards.
• Manage virtual networks, subnets, firewalls, NSGs, routing, private endpoints, and cross‑domain or cross‑environment integrations.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Azure Automation.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure for performance, security posture, availability, and compliance; perform root-cause analysis and remediation.
• Implement identity and access controls using Entra ID, RBAC/ABAC, and Conditional Access policies.
• Support enclave patching, logging, vulnerability mitigation, and configuration baselines.
• Partner with cybersecurity teams to conduct risk assessments, STIG compliance, audit activities, and ATO sustainment.
• Maintain documentation covering architecture, deployment patterns, security controls, and operational procedures.
• Provide technical support for enclave operations and cloud-related incidents.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Level V

• Current TS/SCI clearance with SSBI and CI polygraph
• Current DoD 8570 compliant certification (Security+)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, STEM, or IT
• 5–8 years of Azure cloud engineering, administration, or architecture experience.
• Hands-on experience deploying and maintaining virtual enclaves or isolated cloud environments.
• Strong understanding of Azure networking, compute, storage, identity, security, and monitoring services.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code and automated deployment workflows.
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53, RMF, STIGs, Zero Trust principles, and other federal compliance frameworks.
• Ability to work in highly constrained, classified, or air-gapped environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to solve complex technical problems independently.
• Travel required: 10% or less domestic.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, SC-100, or similar).

Experience with cross-domain solutions.

Familiarity with Kubernetes (AKS), container security, or enclave modernization patterns.

Experience implementing attribute based access control (ABAC) in a classified environment using tools such as ManTech’s Sentris

Familiarity and experience with Controlled Access Programs (CAP) and Special Access Program (SAP) environments

Working knowledge of Protection Level (PL) 3 environments and incumbent IT requirements

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$152,000.00 - $228,000.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

Operate Strategically

Lead Change

Engage with Impact

Foster Innovation

Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

• During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
• Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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Additional Locations: Colorado Springs, CO