Technical Advisory & Architecture Review Evaluate cloud architecture designs for scalability, security, resilience, and mission alignment. Review proposed cloud solutions supporting PMO workflows, DEE environments, and lifecycle management operations. Assess integration strategies involving MBSE, PLM, CAD/simulation, and engineering tool chains to identify risks and ensure interoperability. Evaluate technical feasibility of integrating cloud environments with engineering systems and legacy infrastructure. Participate in technical reviews and working groups to ensure solutions align with open architecture principles. Performance, Availability & Optimization Advisory Advise on modernization approaches including containerization, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) automation, and cloud-native design patterns. Evaluate emerging cloud technologies, engineering frameworks, and platforms for alignment with mission requirements. Provide insight on potential integration of AI/ML cloud-native capabilities where beneficial. Develop, review, and refine Integration Test Plans to ensure cloud components, engineering systems, and legacy environments function as expected in integrated configurations. Coordinate with engineering, cybersecurity, and PMO stakeholders to ensure test plans reflect accurate system behaviors and integration paths. Provide senior technical guidance during integration test activities, ensuring results are well-documented, traceable, and support broader program readiness decisions. Bachelor's degree in Cloud Computing, IT, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. 15+ years of experience as a cloud engineer, architect, or technical SME supporting secure government or defense environments Understanding of NIST SP 800‑53, NIST SP 800‑171, and CMMC standards with demonstrated experience evaluating compliance alignment. Deep understanding of cloud solutions to include AWS, Azure, GCP, and DoD cloud offerings such as GovCloud or milCloud. Experience with IL5/IL6 cloud environments. Experience reviewing engineering tool integrations (MBSE, PLM, CAD/simulation, digital engineering systems). Excellent analytical skills, communication abilities, and technical writing proficiency. Familiarity with RMF, DISA STIGs, and FedRAMP. Cloud certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Architect, CISSP, CCSP, Security+. Experience advising PMO or acquisition programs. Knowledge of DevSecOps and Agile digital engineering practices. Ability to synthesize complex technical proposals and develop structured recommendations. Strong understanding of cloud architecture, engineering workflows, and cybersecurity principles. Skilled in risk evaluation, decision analysis, and technical SME oversight. Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and leadership.