Location: Alexandria, VA Clearance: Secret Overview The Cloud Architect designs, deploys, and optimizes secure cloud solutions. This role leads hybrid integration with Azure, supports migrations, and ensures compliance with security requirements. Responsibilities • Design and manage Azure-based cloud infrastructure. • Integrate on-premises systems with hybrid cloud environments. • Implement Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, Bicep). • Lead cloud migration projects. • Ensure compliance with security standards. Minimum Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, or engineering. • 8+ years IT experience. • 5+ years cloud design/implementation. • 3+ years hybrid cloud management with Azure. • 3+ years enterprise-scale cloud operations. • 2+ years Infrastructure as Code deployment. • 2+ years cloud migration experience. • Certifications: Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) or Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104); IAT Level II. • Active Secret clearance. Tools & Platforms Azure Portal, ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform, Azure DevOps, Kubernetes/AKS, Docker, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Splunk, Azure Sentinel. Core Competencies Cloud architecture & migration, Infrastructure as Code automation, DevOps integration, cloud security & compliance, cost optimization.