Description

We are seeking a motivated and curious Seasonal Associate, Cloud Engineer (AWS / Azure) to join our team and support the development and administration of cloud infrastructure within AWS and Azure environments. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience in cloud governance, security, and automation while contributing to the evolution of our Fathom Platform within the SCS environment.

Work will be remote, with preference for occasional travel to Reston, VA or Rockville, MD. Pay is expected to be $28 per hour for graduate Seasonal Associates. At this time, we are unable to provide housing nor relocation assistance for this position.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the administration and governance of AWS and Azure organizations.
• Support cloud infrastructure projects including VPC design, firewall configuration, and IAM policy management.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement and maintain cloud security tools and automation pipelines.
• Contribute to the deployment and management of cloud-native products and services.
• Work with tools such as GitHub Actions, Pulumi, and Fortigate to support infrastructure as code and network security.
• Participate in team meetings, code reviews, and documentation efforts.

Tech Stack You’ll Work With

• AWS: VPC, Firewall Manager, IAM, Security Tools
• Azure: VNet, WAF, IAM
• DevOps Tools: GitHub Actions, Pulumi
• Security: Fortigate

Basic Qualifications:

• A completed bachelor’s degree.
• By start date, acceptance/enrollment verification, or at least 9 credit hours of completed graduate-level courses preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Must be able to pass any required background check(s), which may include drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure).
• AWS or Azure Associate Certification (or actively pursuing).
• Basic understanding of networking, IAM, and cloud security principles.
• Enthusiasm for learning and applying new technologies.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Why Join Us?

• Work on impactful cloud projects in a supportive, learning-focused environment.
• Gain exposure to enterprise cloud architecture and DevSecOps practices.
• Flexible work arrangements and mentorship from experienced cloud engineers.

Bot and Third-Party Applications Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact Candidateaccommodation@icf.com for assistance.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$41,822.00 - $71,098.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)