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# Aure Solution Architect

- **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology
- **Location:** Newington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $164,382.0 - $212,750.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Computing Platforms, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Data Centers, DevOps, Github, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Uptime, Routing, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Cloud Services, Zero Trust Network Access, Runbook, Systems Integration, VMware Infrastructure, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Grafana, Multi-Cloud, HybridCloud, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Bicep, Cloud Migration, Azure AI, Terraform, Vmware
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/377EE7CA3C9C425F991CE63DCC8A5684/job/

## About the Role

Cloud Architectures,Microsoft Azure IaaS,Microsoft Azure PaaS,Windows Azure Cloud, 8 + years of related experience, Bring your initiative and drive for innovation to GDIT. The right candidate with possess:

 * Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline required. While a degree is strongly preferred, an additional 4 years of experience would be considered in liu of a degree.
 * Experience: 8+ years relevant experience supporting enterprise IT systems, cloud services engineering, or hybrid cloud environments.
 * Certification: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) is required.
 * Technical skills: Hands-on expertise with Azure IaaS/PaaS, virtual networks, routing, storage, compute, identity integrations, automation, scripting (PowerShell, CLI), monitoring/observability tools, hybrid and hyperconverged computing environments, and cloud security best practices.
 * Security clearance level: Active Top Secret level clearance
 * Location : Hybrid or on-site within the National Capital Region, with periodic travel to customer and data center sites. Travel outside the area is expected to be less than 10%.

WHAT'S NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT REQUIRED

 * Education: Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline required.
 * Experience: 12+ years relevant experience supporting enterprise IT systems, cloud services engineering, or hybrid cloud environments.
 * Certification: One or more of the following: Other pertinent Microsoft certifications such as DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400), Azure Server Administrator Associate (AZ-802), Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700), GH-series GitHub certifications, AI-series Azure AI certifications, certifications from other cloud providers, Vmware certifications, Red Hate Certified Engineer (RHCE), or similar
 * Technical skills: Demonstrated experience with CloudFinOps programs

## Description

GDIT is seeking an Azure Solutions Architect for the Federal Civilian Division to join our team. In this role, you will support a large-scale, global Cloud and Data Center Services program for the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT). You will design and deploy Azure cloud services across enterprise environments to support DOS stated mission, objectives, and goals. This role combines deep Azure expertise with client leadership, solution shaping, operational oversight, and technical mentorship.

HOW THIS ROLE WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Design & Platform Support:

 * Design, deploy, and configure Azure IaaS, PaaS, virtual networks, etc., including Azure based AI solutions
 * Leverage an Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using ARM/Bicep, Terraform, or similar tools to standardize and automate deployments in hybrid and multi-cloud environments
 * Develop strategy for Azure landing zone design, governance configuration, tagging, RBAC, policy enforcement, cost controls, and operational standards, etc.
 * Support engineering of Platform Services including Converged/Cloud Infrastructure, Data Protection, Monitoring, and Security Infrastructure

Cloud Operations & Service Delivery:

 * Support 24x7x365 cloud operations in coordination with Enterprise Operations and Site Operations teams; service as a point of escalation for incident, problem, and change management workflows aligned with ITIL practices
 * Design and deploy monitoring solutions for performance, health, consumption, scaling behavior, and anomalies; recommend cost optimizations and right-sizing strategies
 * Lead cloud migrations, virtual infrastructure improvements, workload performance tuning, and resource lifecycle management by leveraging best practices from vendors and security frameworks
 * Ensure cloud resources meet operational readiness, uptime, and reliability standards by leveraging automation and data analysis

Security, Compliance & Risk Management:

 * Design Azure security controls and governance aligned with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), NIST-800-53, Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF), Microsoft Cloud Security Benchmark (MCSB), Microsoft Cybersecurity Reference Architectures, and other industry frameworks or customer or ATO requirements
 * Support FedRAMP requirements, NIST RMF/FISMA controls, other applicable security frameworks, Zero Trust adoption, and DOS cybersecurity directives
 * Design continuous monitoring, reporting, and self-healing solutions leveraging native tools, automation, and AI

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration:

 * Work collaboratively with DT service providers, cross-functional engineering teams, and stakeholders to improve service delivery, standardize cloud practices, and streamline delivery
 * Prepare documentation, runbooks, diagrams, proposals, and knowledge-transfer materials for Government FTEs and support contractors