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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cloud Architect - **Company:** Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $155,000.0 - $210,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Identity and Access Management, IT Management, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Data Streaming, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Multi-Cloud, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Terraform, Api Management, Vmware - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9052023/senior-cloud-architect ## About the Role * Bachelors degree with 12 years of experience in systems engineering, systems architecture, or solutions architecture. * Demonstrated experience designing and deploying solutions in classified (TS//SCI) environments. * Proven experience with both AWS and Azure in an architectural or senior engineering capacity. Security Clearance: * Must currently possess an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI access. * DoD Compliance: Must meet DoD 8140/8570 requirements for an IAM Level III position. An active (ISC)² CISSP certification is required., * Deep, hands-on experience architecting and designing solutions according to JSIG PL-3/PL-4 and CSfC capability packages. * Proven expertise in designing and integrating Zero Trust (ZT) architectures. * AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional * Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert * VMware Certified Master Specialist (VCF) or equivalent advanced certification (e.g., VCP-DCV, VCAP). * Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or equivalent container orchestration expertise. * Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible. * Prior experience in a SETA or A&AS advisory role, directly supporting a government program office or senior leadership. Why Join Us? This is a rare opportunity to move beyond a traditional engineering role and become a true technical force multiplier for a critical government mission. You will operate at the strategic level, influencing the direction of a major digital transformation while remaining deeply engaged with cutting-edge technology. If you are a master architect who thrives on solving complex integration challenges and wants to make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply. ## Description We are seeking a highly experienced and technically exceptional Senior Cloud Architect to serve as a trusted technical advisor in a Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) capacity directly supporting the Government Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Note, this role is 100% onsite at Schriever AFB, Colorado Springs, CO. About the Program Join a mission-critical, high-visibility program to architect and build the Agency's Enterprise IT environment. This groundbreaking initiative will establish a secure, resilient, and flexible hybrid, multi-cloud ecosystem designed to support national security objectives for years to come. As a key member of the government's technical leadership team, you will have a direct hand in shaping the future of our IT infrastructure, working alongside top-tier commercial vendors like AWS, Azure, and VMware in a government-led integration effort., In this role, you will provide critical oversight, ensuring that all components of the Enterprise IT environment are designed and integrated to form a cohesive, secure, and interoperable system. You will act as the bridge between high-level mission requirements and the complex technical solutions delivered by a diverse vendor community as a senior technical advisor to senior Government representatives., * Architectural Oversight: Serve as a technical authority in architectural review boards, evaluating and validating vendor-proposed solutions (from AWS, Azure, VMware, etc.) against the government's master architecture and security requirements. * Strategic Advisory: Advise the Government CTO and other senior leaders on complex technical matters, translating intricate cloud and security concepts into actionable, data-driven recommendations. * Systems Integration: Design and document holistic, end-to-end solutions for the Enterprise IT environment, defining data flows, API contracts, and integration patterns for a seamless hybrid and multi-cloud environment. * Security & Compliance: Architect solutions compliant with the highest levels of security, including JSIG PL-3/PL-4, Zero Trust (ZT) principles, and Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) at the Top Secret level. * Vendor Engagement: Act as a key technical liaison between the government and multiple vendors, facilitating technical exchange meetings, de-conflicting competing architectures, and driving towards integrated, consensus-based solutions. * Problem Resolution: Lead the technical troubleshooting of complex, cross-vendor interoperability issues, acting as the final escalation point for the government program office. ## Related Videos - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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