Description
At Leidos, we're not just delivering solutions – we're pioneering the future of defense and intelligence technology. Our diverse teams of innovators unite around a singular purpose: empowering our customers to succeed in their critical missions. We believe in leading with integrity, investing in our communities, and building sustainably for tomorrow.
Shape the future of digital defense.
Our Digital Modernization sector is at the forefront of next-generation technology, architecting cutting-edge solutions in cyber defense, logistics optimization, security operations, and decision intelligence. We're the minds behind the mission-critical systems that keep our nation secure.
Ready to engineer solutions that matter?
Primary Responsibilities:
The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos is seeking a dynamic Senior Software Engineer to support cloud modernization initiatives for the United States Coast Guard (USCG) at Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Cyber, and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC) in the Alexandria, VA area. This role is part of a high-impact program focused on delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions that enable operational agility and resilience across the USCG enterprise.
As the Azure Virtual Desktop Engineer, you will lead the management of our enterprise AVD environment. This role also includes responsibility for cloud patching operations across our AWS/Azure infrastructure, ensuring secure, compliant, and high-performing virtual desktop and cloud systems. You’ll work closely with cloud engineers, cybersecurity analysts, and program leadership to drive continuous improvement and deliver value to the mission.
Key Responsibilities:
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
- Implement scalable AVD solutions for enterprise workloads.
- Manage host pools, session hosts, FSLogix profiles, and user access policies.
- Optimize performance, cost, and user experience across AVD deployments.
- Troubleshoot connectivity, latency, and configuration issues in virtual desktop environments.
- Collaborate with security and compliance teams to enforce policies and controls.
Cloud Patching & Maintenance
- Design and execute patching strategies for AWS and Azure cloud services.
- Automate patch deployment using AWS, Azure, and other third-party tools.
- Monitor patch compliance and generate reports for audit and security teams.
- Coordinate with application owners to schedule and validate patching windows.
- Respond to patch-related incidents and rollback procedures when necessary.
Other
- Support cross-functional coordination across engineering, cybersecurity, and program management teams
- Promote continuous improvement through feedback loops and process refinement
- Ensure alignment with USCG mission priorities and Leidos delivery standards
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Business)
- 12+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering.
- Deep expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop, Azure Resource Manager (ARM), and Azure Active Directory.
- Proficiency with AWS core services (EC2, S3, IAM, Systems Manager).
- Experience with patching tools such as Azure Update Management, AWS Patch Manager, SCCM, or WSUS.
- Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, or Bash).
- Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
- Certifications such as AZ-140, AZ-104, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, or AWS Certified Solutions Architect.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust and DoD Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience supporting DHS, USCG, or other federal cloud modernization efforts
- Experience with Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager, and Defender for Endpoint.
- Knowledge of hybrid identity models and conditional access policies.
- Strong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Experience working with technical teams in cloud, cybersecurity, or enterprise IT environments
We’re not looking for perfectly polished resumes or perfect fits. We’re looking for people who break limits, ask hard questions, and don’t wait to be told what’s next. At Leidos, we’re not following the roadmap — we’re redrawing it.
Original Posting:
November 7, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $126,100.00 - $227,950.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
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If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Descrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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