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General Dynamics Information Technology · 1 day ago

Cloud Architect

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$130K/yr - $172K/yr

5+ years exp

General Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology, and mission services to major U.S. government agencies. The Cloud Architect will play a critical role in advancing the client's mission by enhancing existing cloud deployments and designing innovative cloud architectures, ensuring scalability, security, and optimal data accessibility for the Department of Defense client.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Designs and defines Cloud Solutions architecture for new or existing Cloud systems services

Provides business strategy, solution development and technical guidance to develop business and market solutions that align with cloud service offerings from the cloud service provider

Collaborate closely with software engineers, data scientists, and data engineers to design and implement cloud solutions that optimize workflows, enhance data processing capabilities, and support seamless integration across mission-critical systems

Identify and analyze challenges, leveraging their expertise to develop innovative cloud-based solutions that address performance bottlenecks, enhance system scalability, and ensure robust data security while aligning with the client’s mission objectives

Utilize expertise in cloud technologies such as virtual networks, compute resources, event-driven services, and traffic management to design and implement scalable and secure architectures

Qualification

Cloud Based SolutionsCloud ArchitectureNetwork SecurityInfrastructure-as-a-ServicePlatform-as-a-ServiceProject ManagementProblem-solvingCollaborationCommunication

Required

Secret clearance must currently possess

Secret clearance must be able to obtain

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required

DoD 8570 IAT III Certification (e.g., CASP+, CISSP, or equivalent)

5-10+ years of experience in cloud architecture, design, and implementation for enterprise or mission-critical environments

Proficiency in designing, deploying, and managing virtual networks, compute resources, and cloud-based storage solutions

Expertise in implementing and managing scalable and secure architectures using Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), and event-driven computing models

Strong knowledge of network security, identity and access management, and compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST)

Hands-on experience with load balancing, traffic management, and distributed systems

Familiarity with automation tools and technologies, such as Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) frameworks (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with software engineers, data scientists, and data engineers

Strong communication skills to translate technical requirements into actionable cloud solutions

Requires Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI eligibility in the future

Required Technical certification: Security+

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages

401K with company match

Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts

Dental plan options

A vision plan

Paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave

Short and long-term disability benefits

Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

Company

General Dynamics Information Technology

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General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1999

Falls Church, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees