Cloud Solutions Architect

VTG LLC
Sumter, United States of America
13 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English

Job location

Sumter, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Excel
Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)
Azure
Cloud Computing
Cloud Engineering
CompTIA Security+
Python
NIPRNet
Powershell
Power BI
Cloud Services
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Multi-Cloud
Gitlab
Cloudformation
SC Clearance
Containerization
Kubernetes
Terraform
Devsecops
Docker

Job description

VTG Defense is seeking a Cloud Solutions Architect to support U.S. Air Forces Central (AFCENT) mission systems across NIPR/SIPR and coalition environments. This role leads cloud cost governance, optimization, and cost-sharing implementation for multi-cloud platforms while partnering with AFCENT A6/A8, PMOs, cyber, finance, and the CAOC. The ideal candidate blends FinOps, DoD financial governance, and cloud engineering awareness to deliver audit-ready, mission-aligned outcomes. Responsibilities:

  • Must be able to be on-site at least 3 days per week.

  • Optimize and govern cloud spending across Azure Government in IL2-IL6 and coalition environments

  • Implement tagging strategy and TBM framework to enable mission-level cost transparency

  • Build forecasts, POM inputs, and execution dashboards with variance analysis for AFCENT leadership

  • Align cloud financial practices with PPBE, DoD FMR (7000.14-R), and color-of-money rules requirements

  • Support CI/CD pipelines (GitLab) and Kubernetes-based platforms in secure, multi-tenant environments

  • Contribute to cloud-native architectures, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), IaC, and compliance-driven reference patterns (RMF, ATO)

  • Coordinate with engineering, cyber, contracting, finance, and coalition partners to ensure cost decisions support mission and security timelines

  • Brief senior leaders; translate technical cloud billing into operational and mission impacts

Requirements

Do you have experience in Technical writing?, * CompTIA Security+ certification (or higher)

  • Experience in DoD or Air Force environments, preferably MAJCOM/COCOM or CAOC operations

  • Knowledge of PPBE, DoD FMR, WBS, and color-of-money constraints

  • Hands-on experience with AWS GovCloud and/or Azure Government cloud cost management

  • Proficiency with Excel and Power BI for financial analysis and reporting

  • Familiarity with ATO-governed systems, POA&Ms, and IL2-IL6 environments

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications

  • FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP) or Advanced Practitioner

  • Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI

  • Experience with Cloud One / Platform One, Iron Bank, or DevSecOps pipelines

  • Scripting (Python/PowerShell) and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform/ARM/CloudFormation)

  • Experience supporting software acquisition pathways and cloud contracting mechanisms

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