> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2177737-cloud-architect-cleared](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2177737-cloud-architect-cleared). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Architect (Cleared) - **Company:** Blue Sky Innovative Solutions - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $26,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Oracle (Applications), Cloud Services, Google Cloud, Multi-Cloud, HybridCloud, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9096057/cloud-architect-cleared ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree + 12 years of experience in enterprise architecture and design. * Active TS/SCI clearance. * Meets DoD 8140 requirements for Work Role 628, Software/Cloud Architect (Advanced). What Sets You Apart * Multi-cloud architecture certifications across two or more CSPs (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, OCI). * Experience with DoD Cloud Computing SRG Impact Levels 4-6, tactical edge architectures, and hybrid cloud models. * Experience briefing flag/SES-level leadership and authoring white papers or technical roadmaps. ## Description Cloud Architect (TS/SCI) Location(s) Arlington, VA (Crystal City); Fort Meade, MD; Chambersburg, PA (Letterkenny Army Depot); Ogden, UT (Hill AFB); or Oklahoma City, OK (Tinker AFB). On-site at a Government facility; limited local telework of unclassified work with Government approval. Clearance TS/SCI Shape the future of the DoD's enterprise cloud. As a Cloud Architect on this program, you will evaluate Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) offerings across AWS, Microsoft, Google, and Oracle - from off-premises to tactical edge - and advise the government on the architecture decisions that drive warfighter cloud adoption. How You'll Make an Impact * Research Cloud Service Offering (CSO) technical feasibility against DoD demand signals and emerging requirements. * Provide technical oversight and analysis of cloud architecture designs for security, performance, and mission alignment. * Analyze XaaS offerings across multiple CSPs - off-prem, on-prem, hybrid, and tactical edge. * Brief the DoD user community and lead round tables on cloud adoption and CSO implementation. * Review CSP deliverables and JWCC utilization trends against commercial best practices. ## Related Videos - [The Open-source Java SDK for Multi-Cloud Development - Sandeep Pal](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2113-the-open-source-java-sdk-for-multi-cloud-development-sandeep-pal) - [The Cloud is Calling: Answer with In-Demand Skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/945-the-cloud-is-calling-answer-with-in-demand-skills) - [Building Well-Architected applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/691-building-well-architected-applications) - [Leverage Cloud Computing Benefits with Serverless Multi-Cloud ML ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/78-leverage-cloud-computing-benefits-with-serverless-multi-cloud-ml) - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) - [Winning the Hybrid Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/432-winning-the-hybrid-cloud) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Got AI ideas but no money? Here are 10 free ways to level up your AI skills with Google Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/600-got-ai-ideas-but-no-money-here-are-10-free-ways-to-level-up-your-ai-skills-with-google-cloud) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence)