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# Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Engineer at LIGHTFEATHER IO LLC

- **Company:** LIGHTFEATHER IO LLC
- **Location:** Washington, DC
- **Posted:** 2026-10-09
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-12
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lightfeatheriollc/jobs/5449390008

## Job description

LightFeather is seeking a skilled Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to support the U.S. Department of State in modernizing and maintaining secure, scalable cloud environments. In this role, you will design, implement, and optimize OCI solutions while ensuring compliance with federal security requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise across OCI compute, networking, storage, databases, security, and automation, with the ability to support mission-critical federal systems. This is a Full-Time, Hybrid Position requiring four days onsite and one remote day per week.

- Location: Hybrid, On-site 4 days/week in Washington, D.C. 20036 and 1 day Telework
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: $160,000–$180,000 annually, based on experience level.
- Clearance Requirement: Candidates must possess an active Secret clearance and be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.

## Key Responsibilities

- Design, deploy, and manage Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) services, including compute, networking, storage, and database solutions.
- Configure and maintain Virtual Cloud Networks (VCNs), subnets, gateways, and load balancers supporting mission-critical applications.
- Implement cloud security best practices aligned with federal compliance frameworks, including NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP.
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) scripts using Terraform, Ansible, or similar tools.
- Monitor system performance, optimize cloud costs, and ensure high availability across OCI environments.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex OCI-related issues, providing escalation support when needed.
- Collaborate with security, development, and operations teams on cloud migrations and enterprise modernization initiatives.
- Maintain detailed documentation covering cloud architectures, configurations, and operational processes.

Required Qualifications

- Active Secret clearance with eligibility to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 5+ years of experience as a Cloud Engineer, including at least two years of experience working specifically with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of OCI compute, storage, Identity and Access Management (IAM), networking, and database services.
- Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools, including Terraform and Ansible.
- Experience with cloud security, compliance, and monitoring solutions.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to support mission-critical federal systems.
- Familiarity with Oracle Container Engine for Kubernetes (OKE) and Docker.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect certification or related OCI certifications.
- Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud environments integrating OCI with on-premises systems.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automation frameworks.
- Hands-on experience supporting the Department of State or other federal civilian agencies.
- Strong knowledge of federal IT security standards and accreditation processes.

Why Join LightFeather?

At LightFeather, you're not just taking a job—you're joining a purpose-driven team that delivers innovative, mission-critical solutions to make a real difference. You'll work on diverse, meaningful projects that challenge and inspire you, alongside some of the best minds in the industry.

LightFeather is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

## About LIGHTFEATHER IO LLC

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: LightFeather is a mission-driven, woman- and service-disabled veteran-owned small business that modernizes federal legacy systems with cloud-native, AI/ML, and DevSecOps solutions.
- **Entity Type**: Private (small business; no disclosed funding rounds)
- **Headquarters**: Arlington, Virginia, United States
- **Founded**: 2018
- **Founders**: Sarah Fahden (Founder & CEO)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Information Technology & Services, Federal Government IT, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
- **Target customers**: B2G – U.S. federal agencies (DOJ, DHS, USCIS, IRS, DoS, PBGC)
- **Mission/Purpose**: “Delivering high-impact solutions across federal agencies” by combining technical expertise, operational excellence, and forward-leaning leadership to support complex modernization and transformation goals.

## Products & Services
LightFeather delivers professional services rather than packaged products. Its core capabilities are offered as service lines:

- **DevSecOps & System Modernization**: Secure, scalable DevSecOps pipelines, cloud migration, and modernization of legacy applications in environments up to Top Secret.
- **Cloud Engineering**: Architecture, migration, and operations across multi-cloud (GCP, Azure, AWS) with Infrastructure as Code.
- **Cybersecurity**: Continuous monitoring, SOC operations, Risk Management Framework (RMF), security control assessments, penetration testing, FISMA compliance, and ATO support.
- **Data Engineering & Business Intelligence**: Design and maintenance of robust data infrastructures (Databricks, Looker/Tableau modernizations), ensuring reliable, scalable data collection, storage, and processing.
- **Data Science (AI/ML & RPA)**: Machine learning, generative AI, behavioral forecasting, anomaly detection, identity resolution, biometric verification, and robotic process automation – including MLOps for production deployment.
- **UI/UX Design**: Human-centered design and human-centered design for federal applications.
- **Business Operations Support**: Operational analytics, Agile/SAFe delivery, and documentation with security and audit trail requirements.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company).
- **Key Metric**: Total headcount of 28 employees (LinkedIn, 2025) and 19 active job postings representing 375% monthly growth in openings.
- **Notable Certifications**: Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) – enabling federal set-aside contracts.
- **Growth Signals**: LinkedIn followers grew 382.9% year-over-year to 6,944; job postings increased 171.4% year-over-year.

## Competitive Advantages
- Deep specialization in federal contracting with security clearance support (up to Top Secret).
- Small, agile team of senior engineers who operate with the discipline of federal compliance (RMF, ATO, FISMA).
- Certification status (WOSB/SDVOSB) provides preferential access to government contracts.
- Proven track record on high-impact projects: ML models trained on 600M+ federal records, real-time analytics on Databricks, and full-lifecycle modernization at DOJ, DHS, IRS, and other agencies.
- Modern technology stack (AI/ML, cloud-native, Databricks, ServiceNow, Unqork, Tableau) paired with veteran delivery experience.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue modernizing legacy federal applications using AI and cloud-native approaches.
- Expand DevSecOps, cloud engineering, and cybersecurity services across additional agencies.
- Strengthen capabilities in generative AI, MLOps, and multi-cloud operations while maintaining rigorous compliance.
- Grow the team strategically (19 open positions) to meet increasing demand from federal partners.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as “fun, flexibility, and purpose” – a team of curious, creative people who care about meaningful work and each other.
- **Remote/Hybrid**: Remote-first company; encourages team members to work from the office less and reduce carbon footprint.
- **Growth**: Rapidly expanding (375% monthly hiring increase) with opportunities to work on cutting-edge federal AI/ML and cloud projects.
- **Engineering Culture**: Senior, deeply technical engineers who pair modern capabilities with federal delivery discipline. Exposure to full-lifecycle development, high-security environments, and mission-critical systems.
- **Benefits**: Not explicitly detailed in search results, but company emphasizes family-friendly policies and “get stuff done” autonomy.

## Sources
1. [lightfeather.io](https://lightfeather.io/) – Company homepage with service descriptions, mission, and certifications.
2. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lightfeather-io) – LinkedIn company page with headcount, growth rates, employee breakdown, and updates.
3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lightfeatheriollc) – Greenhouse career site with 19 open positions.

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