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# Cloud Architect

- **Company:** Peraton Inc
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $216,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Network Architecture, Zero Trust Network Access, Wide Area Networks, Safety Critical Systems, Multi-Cloud, Multiaccess Edge Computing
- **Published:** September 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9145760/cloud-architect

## About the Role

* US Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance
 * Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.
 * Deep expertise in hybrid and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GovCloud) and cloud migration and application modernization strategies
 * Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks (FedRAMP, RMF, NIST 800-53) and Zero Trust Architecture principles
 * Background in mission-critical or safety-critical systems
 * Demonstrated success leading cross-functional engineering teams, * Experience with FAA or National Airspace System (NAS) programs
 * Familiarity with teal-time systems and low-latency architecture and edge computing in operational environments
 * Background in network architecture (SD-WAN, secure transport) and AI Ops and observability platforms

## Description

As a senior technical leader, you will drive cloud adoption across complex federal environments-ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, resilient, and compliant with federal standards. You will work at the intersection of enterprise architecture, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and operations to deliver actionable strategies that enable the next generation of NAS capabilities.
What You'll Do

 * Lead cloud assessments and define forward-looking architecture strategies for NAS modernization
 * Provide technical leadership and governance across cloud adoption initiatives
 * Design and guide implementation of hybrid and multi-cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, GovCloud)
 * Develop strategies for application modernization and cloud migration
 * Ensure alignment with FAA mission objectives, operational requirements, and federal compliance frameworks
 * Collaborate across engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to deliver integrated solutions
 * Drive adoption of secure-by-design principles, including Zero Trust Architecture
 * Translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for executive stakeholders

What Makes You a Great Fit

 * You translate mission needs into actionable technical strategies
 * You balance innovation with operational risk and compliance
 * You communicate complex ideas clearly to both technical and executive audiences
 * You thrive in high-stakes, regulated environments and know how to lead transformation at scale

Why This Role Matters

This is more than a cloud role-it's an opportunity to lead a critical modernization effort at the heart of U.S. aviation. Your work will directly support the evolution of the National Airspace System, ensuring it is ready for future demands while maintaining the highest standards of safety, security, and reliability.