[Contingent] Cloud Architect

DISCLAIMER: This position is in support of a current government proposal. Employment is contingent upon contract award to phia, LLC., phia is seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to lead cloud security architecture and FedRAMP authorization activities in support of a federal client’s multi-cloud environment. This role requires deep federal cloud expertise and the ability to design AI-enabled compliance automation solutions for complex cloud infrastructure. You will architect secure, FedRAMP-compliant cloud solutions, lead Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) design for cloud systems, and develop AI-powered tools to automate FedRAMP compliance data collection and analysis across cloud environments. WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Design and oversee implementation of FedRAMP-compliant cloud architectures for SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS environments; verify FedRAMP authorization status for cloud service offerings prior to adoption.
• Support agency CIO approval processes for FedRAMP Sponsorship requests in compliance with applicable federal policies and orders.
• Design and implement Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) solutions for cloud systems, ensuring control performance is measurable, documented, and reportable per federal ISCM requirements.
• Develop AI-enabled compliance automation tools capable of scanning cloud accounts and VPCs, collecting FedRAMP-specific control evidence, storing findings in a centralized ConMon repository, and identifying unmet requirements.
• Architect and assess cloud-native security configurations including networking, firewall, reverse proxy, and related automation capabilities.
• Review and interpret security event reports from SIEM platforms and cloud-native security services; analyze compliance and non-compliance metrics to drive remediation.
• Assess end-to-end data encryption practices (SSL/TLS, in-transit and at-rest) across cloud environments; identify vulnerabilities related to data or configuration exposure.
• Support cloud ATO packages: provide cloud-specific control evidence, assess cloud service provider (CSP) inherited controls, and ensure cloud security posture is accurately documented.
• Provide architectural guidance to cloud security engineers and development teams on cloud data privacy, protection practices, and federal risk management frameworks., * Cloud Security Architect: You have designed FedRAMP-authorized cloud environments for federal clients. You know the difference between FedRAMP Ready, In Process, and Authorized, and what it takes to get there.
• Cloud Networking Expert: You have deep hands-on knowledge of cloud networking, security services, and automation tooling in AWS and/or Azure environments.
• ConMon Specialist: You have built or operated continuous monitoring programs for federal cloud systems and know how to design automated evidence collection pipelines that satisfy ISCM requirements.
• AI-Forward: You can design and direct development of AI-powered compliance automation tools.
• SIEM-Savvy: You access, review, and interpret SIEM dashboards, alerts, and reports to derive actionable security intelligence from cloud telemetry.
• Federal-Fluent: You understand FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, and federal compliance requirements as they apply to real cloud deployments.

• Prior federal cloud architecture experience with federal agencies
• Experience designing AI/ML-based compliance automation or security analytics platforms
• AWS certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, AWS Certified Security - Specialty
• Experience with FedRAMP Agency ATO and Agency Sponsorship processes
• Familiarity with multi-cloud security architecture (AWS and Azure) in federal settings
• Experience with cloud-native SOAR integration for automated remediation workflows

REQUIRED EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE Education: Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Computer Science, or closely related field (required) Experience: 10+ years of experience in cloud and cloud security solutions in federal government environments Certifications: Relevant AWS, Azure, or FedRAMP certifications strongly preferred Clearance: Public Trust / Suitability clearance required

GENERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen. No exception.

Work Hours: Full-time; Monday-Friday core hours 0730-1600 EST

Work Location: Hybrid - Washington, DC Metro Area; on-site presence required. Classified work must be performed at a government-designated facility on government-provided equipment.

Travel: Occasional travel may be required in support of this program.

phia offers excellent benefits to enhance work-life balance, including the following:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition and Professional Development Assistance

phia LLC (“phia”) is a Northern Virginia based, small business established in 2011 with focus in Cyber Intelligence, Cyber Security/Defense, Intrusion Analysis & Incident Response, Cyber Architecture & Capability Analysis, Cyber Policy & Strategy, Information Assurance/Security, Compliance, Certification & Accreditation, Communications Security, Traditional Security, and Facilities Security. phia also provides cyber operations support functions such as: Program and Process Management, Engineering, Development, and Systems Administration that allows for Cyber Operations to efficiently integrate our customer’s missions and objectives. phia supports various agencies and offices within the Department of Defense (DoD), Federal government, and private/commercial entities.