Junior Patching Support Engineer (Azure/AWS)

Description

Join us in transforming how technology serves those who serve.

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 Junior 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 a Junior Patching Support Engineer, you'll help maintain system integrity and compliance by executing patching operations across cloud environments. This role includes responsibility for cloud patching operations across our customers 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:

Cloud Patching & Maintenance

• 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)
• 2+ years of experience in cloud software engineering.
• Proficiency with AWS core services (EC2, S3, IAM, Systems Manager).
• Experience with patching tools such as Azure Update Management, AWS Patch Manager, Adaptiva, SCCM, or MECM.
• Familiarity with AWS and Azure cloud platforms and their patching tools (e.g., Systems Manager, Update Management)
• Basic understanding of Windows and Linux server environments
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, AWS Cloud Practitioner, or Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification
• 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
• Strong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience working with technical teams in cloud, cybersecurity, or enterprise IT environments

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

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.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

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