Cloud Solutions Architect
Core
Design, lead, and govern cloud infrastructure strategy for defense and GovCon programs across classified, unclassified, and hybrid environments.
Role type
Senior Cloud Solutions Architect (Defense/GovCon)
Builds
Secure cloud architectures, landing zones, and connectivity fabrics for government workloads
Domain
Defense & Government Contracting (GovCon)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
AWS GovCloud architecture, Azure Government platform design, Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform/CloudFormation/Bicep), CI/CD pipeline security, NIST RMF authorization, FedRAMP compliance, CMMC Level 2/3 knowledge, cross-domain solution integration, cloud migration strategy
Preferred skills
Master's degree in CS/IS, experience with DoD/IC programs, multi-account/multi-subscription landing zone design, DevSecOps practices
Technologies
AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, Azure Bicep, AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute
Responsibilities
Design enterprise cloud architecture across AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and hybrid environments; Develop cloud architecture documentation including solution design documents and ATO artifacts; Define and enforce cloud security architecture standards including Zero Trust and IAM; Lead cloud migration planning and execution for on-premise workloads; Architect secure, high-availability cloud network topologies and cross-domain integration; Collaborate with ISSM/ISSO teams to develop Cloud Security Plans and continuous monitoring strategies; Establish IaC standards and promote secure deployment pipelines; Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and provide trade study recommendations; Serve as primary technical authority for cloud architecture on assigned programs; Mentor cloud engineers and establish architecture review processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
