Senior Cloud Engineer at MANTECH – DoD Career Growth in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
Compensation vs. Market: The $117K–$195K range is competitive and above average for senior cloud engineers nationally (Glassdoor/Levels.fyi median for senior cloud engineers sits around $130K–$160K base). The upper end reflects the premium paid for cleared federal contractors, where talent supply is constrained.
Skills You'll Build: This role develops a rare combination of VMware-specific expertise (vSphere, NSX, vSAN, VCF, HCX) alongside multi-cloud skills (AWS, Azure, GCP) and IaC tooling (Terraform, CloudFormation). VMware/multi-cloud hybrid expertise is increasingly in demand as enterprises migrate legacy virtualization to cloud-native architectures.
Career Trajectory Signals:
- Green Flag: MANTECH is a large, established DoD contractor (publicly traded) — strong job stability, clear career ladder, and access to diverse federal programs.
- Green Flag: Learning & Development budget is explicitly offered — important for maintaining certifications (VCP, AWS SA, etc.).
- Consideration: Federal contracting roles can sometimes be siloed; cross-industry transferability of clearance-dependent experience requires intentional skill-building.
- Green Flag: 8+ years experience required means you'll be working alongside experienced peers, not junior teams.
Work-Life Balance: Fully remote with PTO and wellness programs suggests a reasonable baseline. Government contract programs tend toward structured, predictable work cadence — less startup chaos, more process discipline.
This is an excellent role for cleared cloud professionals looking for financial stability and deep VMware/hybrid cloud specialization within the defense sector.
General Information
Requisition #: R67728 | Location: USA – Remote | Posting Date: 05/13/2026 | Security Clearance: Secret | Remote Type: Fully Remote | Time Type: Full Time
Description & Requirements
Shape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we've been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now—protect and innovate with MANTECH!
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior VMware Cloud Engineer to join our CASTLE-NET Program team. This is a remote position.
Be a part of an agile team to provide the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) OCIO/G-6 with agile, innovative, customer-focused, and cost-effective integrated enterprise IT support services in support of the USACE vision of engineering solutions for the Nation's toughest challenges.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based computing solutions and infrastructure for CASTLE-NET projects
- Ensuring high availability, reliability, optimized performance, and robust security of cloud-based applications
- Focuses on vSphere, NSX, vSAN, and vRealize Suite to manage virtualized environments
- Managing VMware Cloud Foundation, Private Cloud to Public Cloud migration, and hybrid cloud networking (HCX)
- Collaborate with project teams, stakeholders, and IT leadership for seamless integration and alignment with objectives
- Deliver world-class IT services and responsive, dependable customer support
- Exceed the expectations of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) OCIO/G-6 IT end-users
- Deliver vital solutions and strengthen the IT foundation with secure, innovative, and modernized technological solutions
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent work experience) in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field and 8 or more years of cloud engineering experience with platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an Associate degree + 2 years relevant experience, or 4 years relevant experience is acceptable.
- Excellent understanding of cloud infrastructure components, scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash), and IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
- Relevant certifications — Preferred: VCP-Cloud Management and Automation (VCP-CMA), VCP-DCV. Minimum acceptable: AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Professional Architect
- Experience with Docker or Kubernetes
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with USACE or other federal agency cloud infrastructures and policies
- Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills; ability to manage multiple tasks effectively; maintains currency with industry trends and best practices
- Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Clearance Requirements
- Must be a US Citizen and possess a Secret security clearance prior to starting this position.
Physical Requirements
- The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers via email, phone, and/or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.
Compensation & Benefits
The projected compensation range for this position is $117,000–$195,100. Differentiating factors that can impact final salary include, but are not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies, geographic location (for remote opportunities), education, and certifications, as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories.
In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs, as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Senior VMware Cloud Engineer position truly fully remote?
What security clearance is required to apply for this role?
What is the salary range for this position?
What certifications are preferred or required for this role?
Can I apply without a Bachelor's degree?
