Cloud Infrastructure Architect
In this role, you will help architect the move from a patchwork legacy environment to a modern cloud-native backbone that supports AI-enabled development, FVEY collaboration, and the next generation of CNO development, all while the mission keeps running. This is a rare chance to shape the future of a critical development environment from the ground up.
Here's What Your Day-to-Day Could Include
• Lead cloud architecture strategy and define reusable patterns that help teams adopt cloud solutions where they make sense
• Build technical roadmaps and "easy button" templates that speed adoption while preserving mission flexibility
• Architect end-to-end solutions for complex CNE services across legacy and cloud-native environments
• Assess existing infrastructure, document dependencies, and help prioritize modernization based on mission impact, cost, and risk
• Partner with AWS Professional Services and mission stakeholders to scope, validate, and refine cloud solutions
• Design modern workflows and user experiences for CNE developers, including solutions for unified SSO and large-scale datasets
• Help improve the overall software development environment for mission teams through practical, mission-focused infrastructure decisions
Minimum Qualifications
• Clearance: Top Secret Clearance with Polygraph, must be active. We do not have the ability to sponsor clearances
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen. We cannot sponsor visas
• 8 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
• Four additional years of relevant experience may be substituted in place of a Bachelor's degree
Required Skills
• 5 or more years of deep systems engineering and cloud architecture experience, with a proven track record of building, breaking, and rebuilding complex enterprise infrastructure
• Demonstrated expertise in AWS production environments, including hands-on experience with serverless technologies such as AWS Lambda, AWS Fargate, Route 53, API Gateway, Amazon CloudWatch, S3, and cloud storage tiers
• Prior experience leading infrastructure modernization and technical transformations, especially incremental migrations rather than lift-and-shift approaches
• Familiarity with agency-specific cloud compliance nuances, particularly ATO processes and operations within the WANDS environment
• Strong background in corporate services and stakeholder management, including the ability to build ROI models and translate technical decisions for executives, security teams, and mission developers
• Service-oriented mindset with a strong focus on mission needs
• Ability to balance long-term technical vision with rapid, practical wins
• Collaborative leadership style that values knowledge sharing and team growth
Desired Skills
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Associate or Professional
• Experience in CNO spaces or similar high-side environments
• CNO development experience and understanding of developer needs in mission environments
• Enclave experience and familiarity with restricted environments, security controls, and architectural constraints
• Cost optimization expertise, including right-sizing cloud resources, FinOps practices, and evaluating when cloud implementations truly save money
• At least four years of hands-on AWS experience in native cloud environmentsCompensation Range: $182,000.00 - $233,000.00
*The salary range provided reflects an estimate based on current market trends and may be adjusted based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. The final offer will be tailored after a thorough evaluation of the candidate's background and suitability for the role. Please note that this range is intended as a guideline and is subject to flexibility.
Ready to grow with purpose?
You can reach us at [email protected] or schedule a call with our Director of Recruitment, just visit this link to view their calendar: https://calendly.com/amwolfe-intelliforce-itsg/30min .
