--- title: 'Senior Cloud Engineer (Azure/Identity) at Platinum Technologies' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-cloud-engineer-azure-identity-platinum-technologies-fort-belvoir-v9qkxv4avgxs' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-16' --- # Senior Cloud Engineer (Azure/Identity) at Platinum Technologies - **Company:** Platinum Technologies - **Location:** Fort Belvoir, VA - **Compensation:** $165k–$173k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-10-15 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/pt78/e76f8666-5843-46d9-a721-457ee1fa2e32 ## Job description Who we are. Platinum Technologies is a Northern Virginia based integrated solutions firm that specializes in PaaS, Cybersecurity & AI Platform development for the Defense and Federal Sectors. Our team solves hard problems and helps our Mission Partners achieve their goals. If you are self-motivated, possess demonstrated learning agility, and are passionate about delivering high-quality work products – we want to hear from you. We lead with technical expertise, but that is just the tip of the iceberg – the ‘Why’ matters. At Platinum, we don’t hire people to just do a job. We provide professional and leadership development to complement our self-motivated domain experts. Our teammates are dot-connecting leaders that operate in a mutually accountable environment to deliver thought leadership, expert technical analysis, and quality execution for our clients. You. Platinum Technologies is seeking  a highly skilled Hybrid Multi-Cloud Engineer SME to support mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) cloud modernization initiatives in Fort Belvoir, VA or Albuquerque, New Mexico. This position will serve as a senior technical contributor responsible for designing, engineering, implementing, and sustaining secure Microsoft Azure cloud solutions within classified enterprise environments. The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in Microsoft Azure architecture, hybrid cloud engineering, and enterprise identity management. This role requires an experienced engineer capable of translating complex mission requirements into secure, scalable cloud solutions while maintaining a hands-on engineering role throughout the solution lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting DoD cloud initiatives, implementing hybrid identity solutions, and engineering cloud environments that align with Zero Trust principles and Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements. This role is located onsite either Albuquerque, NM or Fort Belvoir, VA *Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance.* Primary Responsibilities: Architect, design, engineer, and implement secure Microsoft Azure cloud solutions supporting DoD mission requirements. Design and deploy green-field Azure environments and hybrid cloud architectures integrating on-premises infrastructure with Azure services. Design, implement, and maintain enterprise hybrid identity solutions utilizing Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Entra Connect, Active Directory, and related identity technologies. Engineer secure authentication, authorization, identity governance, and privileged access management (PAM) solutions supporting just-in-time (JIT) access, attribute- and role- based access controls (ABAC/RBAC) and similar Zero Trust principles and objectives. Design Azure Landing Zones, governance frameworks, subscription architectures, and management group strategies following Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Azure Well-Architected Framework guidance. Engineer Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Bicep, ARM Templates, Terraform, or comparable automation technologies. Design secure Azure networking solutions utilizing Virtual Networks, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, Azure Firewall, Virtual WAN, and private connectivity services. Implement Azure-native monitoring, backup, disaster recovery, governance, and security capabilities. Configure and administer Microsoft Entra ID Governance capabilities, including Access Reviews, Entitlement Management, Lifecycle Workflows, Conditional Access, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM). Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, networking, and application development teams to deliver integrated cloud solutions. Support Authority to Operate (ATO) activities and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs). Produce architecture documentation, engineering diagrams, implementation guides, standard operating procedures, and technical documentation. Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure, networking, identity, and security issues. Evaluate emerging Microsoft cloud technologies and recommend technical solutions supporting customer mission objectives. Required Qualifications. Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related technical discipline and 12–15 years of prior relevant experience or a master's with 10–13 years of prior relevant experience. May possess a doctorate in a technical domain. Specific experience, education, and training may be considered in lieu of a degree. Active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification. Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification. Minimum of five years of experience designing and implementing Microsoft Azure enterprise cloud solutions. Demonstrated experience architecting hybrid Azure environments integrating enterprise on-premises infrastructure with Azure cloud services. Advanced experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Entra Connect, Active Directory, AWS IAM, hybrid identity synchronization, federation, and enterprise identity management with enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management (E-ICAM) solutions. Experience implementing Microsoft Entra ID Governance capabilities, including: - Entra Conditional Access* Policy Information Points and Policy Engines* Access Reviews *Entitlement Management* Lifecycle Workflows* Identity lifecycle automation Experience implementing Azure Landing Zones and enterprise governance models. Strong understanding of Azure networking, storage, compute, governance, and security services. Experience with Infrastructure as Code utilizing Terraform, Azure Bicep, ARM Templates, or similar technologies. Experience with Azure CLI, PowerShell, and scripting using Python or comparable automation languages. Strong understanding of Zero Trust architecture, identity-centric security, and cloud security best practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desired Qualifications. AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional certification. Experience integrating Azure and AWS within hybrid multi-cloud enterprise environments. Familiarity with the Department of Defense Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) and DoD Joint Tenant cloud environments. Understanding of the DoD Enterprise Cloud Strategy and cloud modernization initiatives. Familiarity with the Department of Defense Enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management (E-ICAM) architecture and its role in enterprise identity federation, identity governance, Zero Trust implementation, and secure access to DoD cloud environments. Experience with Azure Arc, Azure Stack HCI, Azure Local, and hybrid cloud management technologies. Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and cloud-native container platforms. Experience with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Intune, and Microsoft Purview. Experience implementing DevSecOps pipelines using Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Enterprise. The Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religious creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, or genetic information. ## About Platinum Technologies ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Platinum Technologies is a technology services firm that delivers cyber, AI, cloud, and digital modernization solutions primarily to U.S. government clients (DoD, Federal Civilian, and Local Government). - **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held) - **Headquarters**: Falls Church, Virginia, United States (with offices in Tampa Bay and Washington) - **Founded**: 2020 - **Founders**: Jermon Bafaty (CEO) and Joel Shuler ## Core Business - Primary industry: IT Services and IT Consulting - Target customers: B2G (Business-to-Government) – specifically U.S. Department of Defense, Federal Civilian agencies, and Local Government - Mission statement: “To become the talent hub for technology-minded innovators that are motivated to solve hard problems, deliver complex solutions for our customers, and model citizenship for society.” ## Products & Services - **Artificial Intelligence**: Automation and data analysis solutions built on RPA and AI to yield robust business insights. - **Cyber Operations**: Information assurance and Zero Trust solutions that identify threats and protect critical infrastructure; network and systems engineering for resilient architectures. - **Data Solutions**: Modernizing siloed, purpose-built data systems and engineering solutions for a more virtual world. - **Digital Modernization**: Modernizing legacy applications and infrastructure using low-code/no-code technologies and cloud engineering. - **Information Assurance**: Cybersecurity solutions that drive resiliency across a complex attack surface. - **Integrated Systems**: Platform as a Service implementations to improve end-user experience and standardize service management. - **Low Code Development**: Efficiently fielding software products across Waterfall and DevSecOps environments. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company) - **Key Metric**: Headcount of 32 employees (as of latest data, +7.7% YoY); LinkedIn followers 1,398 (monthly +1.7%, yearly +33.4%) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Over 90% of customers are responsible for fielding technology capability to their stakeholders; clients include DoD, Federal Civilian, and Local Government. Program management team is SAFe® trained and PMP® certified. - **Growth Signals**: Consistent headcount growth, increasing LinkedIn presence, and expansion of service lines in AI and cloud. The company reports that “our team has set the pace for deploying capability to our DoD, Federal Civilian and Local Government clients.” ## Competitive Advantages - Deep specialization in U.S. government contracting with a focus on national security and mission-critical systems. - High quality/low risk delivery reputation – “The Platinum Technologies brand is synonymous with uncompromising accountability and quality execution.” - Experienced operators with certifications in AWS, Azure DevOps, Linux, and virtualization. - Ability to modernize purpose-built legacy systems that are traditionally siloed and built for specific mission problem sets. ## Strategic Focus - Current priorities include expanding AI and automation capabilities, strengthening Zero Trust cybersecurity offerings, and scaling cloud engineering and low-code development. - Continued investment in talent development and certifications to maintain a highly skilled workforce. - Growth in remote work options to attract a broader talent pool while maintaining on-site presence at key government locations (Herndon, VA; Fort Meade, MD; Tampa Bay). ## Why Work Here - Culture: Innovative, collaborative, and result-oriented environment that encourages thinking outside the box and continuous learning. - Remote/Hybrid: Remote work options available; the company embraces flexibility and uses cutting-edge collaboration tools to keep teams connected. - Benefits: Medical, vision, and dental insurance; $500 annual wellness reimbursement; voluntary life insurance; hospital, accident & critical illness insurance; tuition & certification reimbursement up to $5,000 annually; 120 hours PTO (rollover up to 240) plus 8 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays; 401(k) with annual discretionary match. - Career Development: Comprehensive training program, mentorship initiatives, and opportunities for professional growth. The company states, “We don’t hire people to do a job. We provide the professional and leadership development to complement our self-motivated domain experts.” - Equal Opportunity Employer: Merit-based, performance-driven workplace with commitment to diversity and inclusion. ## Sources 1. [pt78.co/who-we-are](https://www.pt78.co/who-we-are) 2. [pt78.co/careers](https://www.pt78.co/careers) 3. [jobs.lever.co/pt78](https://jobs.lever.co/pt78) 4. [linkedin.com/company/pt78co](https://linkedin.com/company/pt78co) 5. 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