> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3961935-cloud-computing-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3961935-cloud-computing-architect). 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 Computing Architect - **Company:** Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. - **Location:** McLean, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $112,900.0 - $257,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Data Transmissions, Software Design Patterns, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management, Internet Security, Network Segmentation, OpenShift, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Engineering, Data Logging, Cloud Platform System, Cloudformation, Containerization, Kubernetes, Bicep, Azure AKS, Terraform, Devsecops, Legacy Systems - **Published:** October 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/cloud-computing-architect-mclean-va--2712c27c-c72a-47bf-8a56-29f95cbb931a ## About the Role Cloud Architecture, Government, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Computing, Internet Security, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Cloud Architecture, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Microsoft Windows Azure, * 6+ years of experience architecting, designing, deploying, and modernizing enterprise cloud environments using AWS or Microsoft Azure * 5+ years of experience leading cloud architecture efforts and providing technical direction to cloud engineers, DevSecOps engineers, and operations personnel * 5+ years of experience with identity and access management, network segmentation, compute, storage, encryption, logging, monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery capabilities * 3+ years of experience developing cloud architecture artifacts, design patterns, technical roadmaps, and implementation guidance * 3+ years of experience supporting DoD RMF, ATO, security control implementation, and accreditation activities * Experience designing or supporting DoD classified, disconnected, restricted, or air-gapped environments, including IL6 cloud environments * Experience designing highly available, resilient, and secure cloud solutions for mission-critical production systems * Top Secret clearance * Bachelor's degree * Security+ CE Certification Nice If You Have: * Experience architecting solutions within AWS Secret Region or Azure Government Secret * Experience with cross-domain solution dependencies and approved data transfer architectures * Experience modernizing legacy applications for containerized or cloud-native environments * Experience with Kubernetes, Amazon EKS, Azure Kubernetes Service, Red Hat OpenShift, or related container platforms * Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code and automation tools, including Terraform, CloudFormation, Bicep, or Ansible * Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture, STIGs, NIST security controls, and DoD cloud security requirements * TS/SCI clearance * Master's degree in CS, IT, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field * AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or similar Cloud Architecture Certification ## Description Serve as the lead Cloud Computing Architect and technical authority for classified and unclassified cloud environments, including DoD IL5 and IL6 AWS or Azure platforms. Lead the design of secure, scalable, resilient, and supportable cloud architectures encompassing landing zones, identity and access management, networking, compute, storage, encryption, logging, monitoring, backup, disaster recovery, and security controls. Ensure proposed architectures account for the service limitations, connectivity requirements, and operational constraints associated with classified environments. Lead cloud architects and engineers through the design, modernization, and deployment of mission-critical systems and applications. Translate mission, cybersecurity, and operational requirements into approved architecture patterns, technical roadmaps, and implementation guidance. Collaborate with cybersecurity, DevSecOps, cloud operations, application, and government stakeholders to support RMF and ATO activities, resolve complex security requirements, and ensure solutions can transition successfully from architecture into production operations.