Full-Time

Senior Cloud Engineer

Synergy ECP

Synergy ECP

51-200 employees

Compensation Overview

$155k - $185k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Washington, DC, USA

In Person

US Top Secret Clearance, US Citizenship Required

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure (1)
Requirements
  • Bachelor's required
  • Minimum 8 years’ experience
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver large-scale cloud migration and optimization projects.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Experience in developing and implementing cloud governance policies and security frameworks.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, including executive leadership.
  • Must possess active TS/SCI clearance to be considered for this role.
  • U.S. Citizenship
Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement cloud strategies by expert-guidance on complex architectures and systems.
  • Drive efficiency improvements across multiple work streams, optimizing processes and cloud resource utilization.
  • Develop and implement cost optimization strategies for cloud resources, ensuring maximum value from cloud landscape.
  • Provide strategies for failure/recovery, cost optimization, and benefit analyses for cloud, cloud-agnostic, and on-premises services.
  • Manage policies for cloud service usage, new technology requests, and ensure the establishment of a secure cloud environment.
  • Ensure appropriate availability and uptime design for cloud services.
  • Work independently to design and develop new software products or major enhancements to existing cloud software.
  • Debug cloud stacks and manage cloud infrastructure.
  • Implement and maintain a zero-trust architecture in cloud environments, ensuring robust security.
  • Analyze and lead the development and implementation of cloud applications, including the migration of existing on-premises applications to the cloud.
Desired Qualifications
  • Relevant cloud certifications are highly desirable.
  • Experience with multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures is a plus.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Columbia, Maryland

Founded

2007

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Federal IT modernization demand accelerating across cloud migration, Zero Trust, and DevSecOps initiatives.[2][4]
  • AI/ML adoption expanding in Intelligence and Defense communities, creating recurring revenue opportunities.[2]
  • Falfurrias' three acquisitions in 18 months validates successful roll-up strategy in fragmented federal IT market.[4]

What critics are saying

  • Falfurrias likely exits via sale to larger competitor within 18–24 months, triggering customer instability.[2][4]
  • NetServices integration risks 20–30% talent attrition and contract delays in Zero Trust programs within 6–12 months.[1][5]
  • Private equity debt burden from four acquisitions forces covenant breach amid FY2027 DoD budget cuts.[2][3][5]

What makes Synergy ECP unique

  • 30-year track record delivering Zero Trust, DevSecOps, and cloud migration to defense and intelligence agencies.
  • Integrated portfolio spanning software engineering, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT operations across national security.
  • Deep customer relationships with Army G-2, Office of Secretary of Defense, Air Force, and DoE National Labs.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Wellness Program

Professional Development Budget

Company News

PR Newswire
Dec 3rd, 2025
Synergy ECP Acquires Federal IT Solutions Leader NetServices

COLUMBIA, Md., Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Synergy ECP, a provider of software engineering, cybersecurity, and systems engineering services for the U.S. Intelligence and Defense communities, today announced its acquisition of NetServices, a premier provider of secure, innovative technology solutions supporting mission-critical federal environments. The acquisition was supported by Charlotte, NC based private equity firm Falfurrias Management Partners, which partnered with Synergy ECP in October 2023.For nearly 30 years, NetServices has provided IT modernization, software engineering, cybersecurity, and enterprise operations solutions for defense and intelligence agencies. Known for pairing top-tier technical talent with deep mission insight, the company tackles complex national-security challenges across cloud migration, Zero Trust architecture, DevSecOps, AI/ML, and Enterprise IT service management and operations.These capabilities strengthen Synergy ECP's ability to deliver end-to-end, mission-driven technology solutions across the Intelligence and Defense communities, while expanding access to key customer missions and technical programs essential to national security."The addition of NetServices is a tremendous advancement for Synergy ECP," said Phil Murphy, CEO of Synergy ECP. "NetServices has built a strong reputation for delivering excellence in secure federal IT solutions

GlobeNewswire
Dec 3rd, 2024
Phil Murphy Joins Synergy ECP as President and COO

COLUMBIA, Md., Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Synergy ECP, a leading provider of mission critical, highly technical solutions for the Defense and Intelligence Communities, is excited to announce the appointment of Phil Murphy as its new President and Chief Operating Officer.

CityBiz
Oct 15th, 2024
Michael Widener Joins Synergy ECP Board of Advisors

COLUMBIA, Md., Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Synergy ECP, a leading provider of mission critical, highly technical solutions for the Defense and Intelligence Communities, is excited to announce the appointment of Michael Widener to its Board of Advisors.

GlobeNewswire
Jun 18th, 2024
Synergy ECP Acquires SPYROS Cyber Firm

Synergy ECP has acquired SPYROS Information Technology Consulting, a cyber operations firm specializing in critical infrastructure resiliency, 5G technology, and signals intelligence. Supported by Falfurrias Capital Partners, this acquisition enhances Synergy ECP's capabilities in delivering specialized cyber solutions to the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and Department of Energy National Laboratories. This follows Synergy ECP's recent acquisition of SoftTech Solutions in March.

The Tech Outlook
Mar 26th, 2024
Synergy ECP Announces Acquisition of Software Engineering Firm SoftTech Solutions

Synergy ECP announces acquisition of software engineering firm SoftTech Solutions.