Job Title: Cloud System Engineer
Location: Wright Patterson, AFB Dayton, OH
Employment Type: Full Time, On Site
Targeted Start Date: 8 August 2026
About the Opportunity: The Cloud Engineer will support the modernization and enhancement of mission-critical web applications for the Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation Directorate (AFSAC). This role focuses on cloud readiness, application modernization, PHP development, and preparing legacy systems for future cloud migration while supporting existing on-premises environments. The position is on site and offers the opportunity to work on high-visibility systems that directly support Air Force missions.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare modernized applications for future containerization and cloud deployment initiatives as directed.
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Develop, maintain, test, and support PHP-based web applications.
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Review, analyze, and improve existing source code to enhance functionality, maintainability, and security.
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Support cloud modernization efforts including migration to Bootstrap 5 and CodeIgniter 4 frameworks.
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Troubleshoot and resolve application defects, performance issues, and integration challenges.
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Create and maintain technical documentation related to application development and modernization activities.
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Participate in code reviews and collaborate with team members to maintain coding standards and best practices.
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Coordinate with developers, system administrators, and cybersecurity personnel to support secure application delivery.
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Assist with software testing, deployment activities, and application lifecycle management.
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Support future cloud migration activities as modernization efforts progress.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field preferred.
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Must possess a current DoD IAM Level I certification (e.g., Security+, Cloud +, CND)
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Candidates must be U.S. Citizens and can obtain a favorable National Agency Check Investigation (NACI) clearance.
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Experience developing and maintaining PHP web applications.
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Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive web design technologies.
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Experience working with Bootstrap or similar front-end frameworks.
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Experience working with MVC frameworks (e.g., CodeIgniter, Laravel, etc.)
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Experience using Git or other version control systems.
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Understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies and application modernization practices.
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Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects.
Preferred Qualifications
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Familiarity with the AFSAC Online (AOL) environment
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Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) information systems and environments
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Prior experience migrating on-prem applications to cloud environments
JYG Innovations is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. JYG Innovations is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or veteran status. We welcome the employment of women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities in our workforce. If you need special assistance, please contact our Human Resources Department. Interested parties may view our Affirmative Action Plan for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities by contacting the Human Resources Department. JYG Innovations participates in E-Verify.
