Automation / Cloud Services Specialist

Auria Space
$120,000 - $150,000.
life insurance, paid time off, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Camp Pendleton
Feb 13, 2026
Auria is looking to hire an Automation / Cloud Services Specialist to support the Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity program. The Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity (MCTSSA) provides 24/7 global technical support for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systems; and conducts engineering, testing and evaluation, and supports experimentation on C5I systems and amphibious platforms to inform acquisition decisions and make the Fleet Marine Force (FMF) more capable. This role is ONSITE at Camp Pendleton, CA. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO: Implement automation across all layers - infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, deployment, testing, and operation. Retool infrastructure to provide an agile foundation that provides joint infrastructure management and automation framework. Interface directly with staff members within the organization to discuss and assess compliance with IT policies, standards and procedures and suggest opportunities for improvement. Build automation to configure applications, networks, and services, in a production, testing, and development environment. Partner with infrastructure teams to identify and automate processes to reduce technical debt, set up CI/CD pipelines, and optimize build/testing/deployment times. Work with testing and development teams throughout the testing life cycle ensuring timely integration. Commit all automation code and supporting files to source control (git and GitLab). Train operations team members to use the automation the team builds. Configure and administer cloud technologies in hyperscale cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP among others. Configure and administer cloud services in an on-premises platforms (e.g., Azure Stack family of systems, Amazon Snow family of systems, etc.) WHAT THE TEAM REQUIRES: Documented network and system administration experience. Documented virtualization technology experience (e.g. VMWare, Linux, Windows, etc.) Experience with source control using git and GitHub/GitLab repositories. Experience leading medium to large projects by bringing together the right perspectives, identifying roadblocks, and integrating feedback from clients and team members. 7+ years of experience in Infrastructure IT Operations. 5+ years of software automation and development experience. 2+ years scripting language experience. Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level I certification. Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation. Cloud Computing certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, AWS Associate Level Cert, etc.). Experience with on-premises cloud technologies (e.g., Azure Stack, Amazon Snow, etc.). Active Security Clearance - Secret WHAT THE TEAM PREFERS: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Experience in IT Operations in relation to Systems & Network Architecture, and AI/ML environments. Previous experience in a Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) or DevOps role. Experience in distributed systems design and integration architectures of business applications using micro services, containers, Kubernetes, and cloud infrastructures. Experience or familiarity with either Amazon Web Services (AWS) features or management, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Azure. Experience in creating and running Ansible playbooks, both CLI (Ansible Core) and AWX/Tower/AAP (Ansible Automation Platform). Python scripting, including scripts that call APIs like AWS and ServiceNow. Experience with Terraform or similar infrastructure-as-a-code platform. Strong passion for quality assurance in development, including experience in finding, investigating, and fixing bugs. Excellent communication skills. PAY TRANSPARENCY: The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level. $120,000 - $150,000. APPLICATION DEADLINE: The deadline to apply to this role is November 27, 2026. THE AURIA TEAM: Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers' missions. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, and R&D, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision. Why You'll Love Working at Auria We believe our team does their best work when they are well-supported, financially secure, and have the freedom to balance life outside of the office. Time for What Matters Generous & Growing PTO: Start with a substantial paid time off package that increases every year you're with us. True Flexibility: Contract permitting, use Flex Time to work in a way that fits your life, not just your 8-to-5. 11 Paid Days Off: Enjoy 6 fixed company holidays plus 5 Floating Holidays to use whenever you choose. Invested in Your Future 401(k) Match-Yours to Keep Instantly: We match up to 4% of your contributions. Both your contributions and the company match are yours from day one with no vesting wait-period. Industry-Leading Education Support: Level up with up to $12,000 annually for tuition and certifications. We don't just hire talent; we grow it. Health & Peace of Mind Premium Healthcare, Lower Costs: High-quality medical plans paired with a Company-Sponsored HSA to help you save for the future. Fully Covered Life Insurance: Breathe easy with life insurance up to $50K provided at zero cost to you. Holistic Support: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial coaching, and more. ...and that's just the beginning! Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.