Chief Cloud Architect and Lead Infrastructure SME

PingWind

$150K — $200K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 6 years of IT Architecture and/or Infrastructure experience in DoD or Federal sectors.
  • Must have a favorably adjudicated Tier 5 investigation clearance.
  • One of the following certifications is required: CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSO, GCIA, GCSA, GCLD, GICSP, GSLC, CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, or CISSP-ISSEP.
  • Experience in AWS GovCloud architecture and infrastructure support.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in AWS GovCloud architecture.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain secure infrastructure solutions for DoD compliance.
  • Lead infrastructure planning, cloud migration, and optimization initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with federal and DoD cybersecurity frameworks and policies.
  • Collaborate within Agile and DevSecOps environments with teams across functions.
  • Advise on infrastructure roadmaps and emerging technologies.
  • Support incident response related to infrastructure and cloud services.

Benefits

  • Paid Federal Holidays
  • Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options
  • 401k with matching
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Continuing education assistance
  • Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial
Full Job Description
Location: Alexandria, Va

Required Clearance: Must possess a favorably adjudicated Tier 5 investigation

Certifications: Possess one of the following certifications: CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSO, GCIA, GCSA, GCLD, GICSP, GSLC, CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP

Required Education: Bachelor's degree Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field.

Required Experience: Minimum of 6 years of DoD or Federal IT Architecture and/or Infrastructure experience.

Position Description:

PingWind is seeking a highly skilled and security-cleared Chief Cloud Architect and Lead Infrastructure Subject Matter Expert (CCALIS) to provide technical leadership and expert-level support for AWS GovCloud architecture and infrastructure in support of Military Community & Family Policy (MC&FP) programs. CCALIS will guide the design, implementation, and optimization of secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud environments while ensuring compliance with DoD and federal standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:
• Minimum of five years of experience in AWS GovCloud architecture and infrastructure support.
• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in AWS GovCloud architecture, infrastructure design, and cloud operations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain secure and scalable infrastructure solutions aligned with DoD and MC&FP requirements.
• Lead infrastructure planning, system integration, cloud migration, and optimization initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal and DoD cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional development and operations teams within Agile and DevSecOps environments.
• Advise stakeholders on infrastructure roadmaps, emerging technologies, and best practices.
• Support incident response and system recovery related to infrastructure and cloud services.

Required Qualifications

Tier 5 Investigation

Desired Qualifications
• Master's Degree
• Minimum of five years of experience supporting cloud architecture and infrastructure in DevSecOps and Agile development environments.

About PingWind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cyber security, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com

Our benefits include:
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options
• 401k with matching
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Continuing education assistance
• Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law

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