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Cloud Engineer (6851)

MetroStar

Company websitemetrostar.com (MetroStar, opens in new tab)

Base salary $150K  to $185K

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Reston, VA

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  • LocationReston, VA
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
  • Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since

About this job

As a Cloud Engineer, you will support the design, implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of secure AWS cloud environments supporting critical government missions.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

What you’ll do:

  • Build, configure, operate, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure, including environments in AWS GovCloud, using services such as EC2, EBS, S3, VPC, IAM, and AWS Organizations.
  • Proactively pick up and manage support tickets, collaborating with teammates to troubleshoot infrastructure, access, and networking issues, implement solutions, and follow through to resolution.
  • Communicate ticket status, technical issues, and resolutions clearly to teammates and stakeholders.
  • Continue deepening AWS knowledge and technical skills, and contribute to improvements in team processes and documentation.

What you’ll need to succeed:

  • Active TS/SCI with CI Poly security clearance.
  • 2+ years of experience building, supporting, or troubleshooting cloud infrastructure; plus prior experience supporting infrastructure in AWS GovCloud.
  • Experience with AWS services including EC2, EBS, S3, VPC, IAM (users, roles, policies), and AWS Organizations.
  • Experience working in a ticket-driven support environment, with a willingness to proactively pick up, troubleshoot, and resolve tickets.
  • Foundational understanding of cloud architecture principles and the AWS Well-Architected Framework, along with a conceptual understanding of cloud networking (e.g., VPCs and security groups).
  • Willingness to learn, deepen technical skills, and collaborate with teammates to troubleshoot issues and support cloud infrastructure.

SALARY RANGE: $150,000 – $185,000

The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including: 

  • The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience
  • The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
  • Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation
  • This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:
    • Performance-based bonuses
    • Company-paid training and/or certifications
    • Referral bonuses

Application Deadline:  Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.

Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.

Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Parental Leave and dependent care
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

 What we want you to know:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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Source: MetroStar on Greenhouse · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($150,000) is above 42% of the 522 Software Engineering roles in Virginia listed on this site; 21 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $159,500; the middle half runs from $131,300 to $179,400.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live MetroStar roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live MetroStar roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Cloud Engineer (6851) (this listing)$150K - $185K
Sr. Azure Cloud Architect III (6796)$150K - $200K
Sr. Zero Trust Engineer III (6794)$150K - $190K
Sr. Customer Relationship Executive II (6899)$150K - $200K
Sr. Cloud FinOps Engineer II (6798)$150K - $175K
Sr. Azure Cloud Engineer III (6796)$150K - $200K
Sr. Cloud Engineer III (Azure) (6796)$150K - $200K

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All MetroStar roles · How to read the bar

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Employer-stated posting date
2026-11-04
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Location as the employer wrote it: Reston, VA

SALARY RANGE: $150,000 – $185,000

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