Cloud Infrastructure Architect - Level 2

The selected candidate will serve as a Cloud Infrastructure Architect supporting the modernization of enterprise development environments through the adoption of cloud-native technologies. This role focuses on designing and implementing scalable, secure, and flexible cloud architectures that integrate with existing systems while enabling future capabilities, including advanced analytics and AI-driven development.

The candidate will lead efforts to transition legacy infrastructure to cloud-based solutions using a strategic, incremental approach, ensuring mission continuity while improving performance, scalability, and usability., Cloud Architecture & Strategy

• Develop and lead cloud architecture strategies, including technical roadmaps and reusable design patterns
• Design scalable and secure cloud-native solutions aligned with mission requirements
• Establish standardized templates and shared services to enable efficient adoption across teams

Infrastructure Modernization

• Architect solutions to transition legacy systems to cloud environments using phased migration approaches
• Develop integration patterns between on-premise systems and cloud-native services
• Ensure solutions maintain security, compliance, and operational integrity while improving performance

Assessment & Planning

• Conduct technical assessments of existing infrastructure and services
• Document system dependencies and evaluate modernization priorities
• Develop prioritization frameworks based on mission impact, system lifecycle, cost, and user needs

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Collaborate with technical teams, stakeholders, and external partners to design and validate solutions
• Communicate architectural decisions and trade-offs to technical and non-technical audiences
• Support alignment between development, security, and operations teams

Workflow & Environment Design

• Design modern development environments and workflows to improve usability and efficiency
• Support implementation of unified access solutions and scalable data architectures
• Enhance developer experience within secure and constrained environments, * This position requires work to be performed on-site in a secure environment
• Candidates must maintain an active security clearance
• U.S. citizenship may be required based on contract requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (or additional experience in lieu of degree)
• Demonstrated experience in cloud architecture and systems engineering
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS in production environments, including services such as:

• Compute and serverless technologies
• Networking and DNS
• API management
• Monitoring and logging
• Object storage solutions

• Experience leading infrastructure modernization efforts using incremental migration strategies
• Familiarity with cloud security and compliance processes (e.g., authorization and accreditation frameworks)
• Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, networking, and system integration
• Experience working with stakeholders to translate technical requirements into architectural solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry certifications in cloud architecture (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect)
• Experience supporting secure or restricted computing environments
• Familiarity with development environments supporting cyber or network operations
• Experience with cloud cost optimization and resource management practices
• Background in developer platform engineering or internal tooling environments

Desired Attributes

• Strong service-oriented mindset focused on enabling mission success
• Ability to balance long-term architectural vision with immediate operational needs
• Effective collaboration and knowledge-sharing across teams
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Adaptability and problem-solving in complex, evolving environments

• Highly competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee referral bonus program (up to $10,000 per referral)
• 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with up to 10% profit-sharing contribution

Paid Time Off & Leave

• 25 days of paid time off annually
• PTO buy-back program
• 11 paid holidays annually (with flexible scheduling options)
• 3 additional paid site closure days per year
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave:

• 8 weeks childbirth leave for birthing parent
• 4 weeks bonding leave for all parents (birth or adoption)

Health & Insurance

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent care, limited purpose)
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Education & Professional Development

• Unlimited company-funded training courses and industry conferences
• Education assistance and continuing education support
• Up to 5 paid training days per year

Additional Benefits

• Company-provided apparel
• Regular company-sponsored events, including family-friendly gatherings and social events
• Annual holiday celebration

Benefits are subject to change based on contract and organizational policies.