Software/Cloud Architect TS/SCI
CNF Technologies
Fort Meade, MD
Full Time
Mid Level
5+ years
Posted 3 weeks ago
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This role involves designing and managing enterprise-level software architectures and cloud computing strategies for DoD mission requirements in highly secure, classified environments. Key responsibilities include defining technical specifications for application design and cloud adoption, and integrating software systems into mission-capable solutions.
Responsibilities
- Manage high-level technical specifications for application design, cloud computing strategy/adoption, and seamless software integration to satisfy requirements
- Operate and maintain cloud-based infrastructure, including provisioning/configuring resources, monitoring performance, and ensuring security/compliance
- Develop and maintain technical documentation such as system architecture diagrams, design/interface specifications, and cloud migration guides
- Analyze mission needs and translate them into scalable architectures incorporating emerging technologies (serverless, AI/ML integration, edge computing)
- Provide cloud and cloud security guidance to leadership; conduct risk/trade studies; ensure architectures align with DoD frameworks
- Collaborate with developers, security, and stakeholders for governance in classified environments
- Develop comprehensive technology roadmaps, reference architectures, and interface specifications tailored to cloud-native and hybrid environments
Requirements
- Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
- U.S. Citizenship
- Full-time on-site work in classified facility
- DoDM 8140.03 compliance for DCWF 628
- Proficiency in cloud security (zero trust, CUI handling)
- Proficiency in architecture tools
- Proficiency in DoD policies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
- 5+ years in software/cloud architecture for secure/government environments (DoD/IC preferred)
Nice to Have
- Experience designing/implementing cloud architectures in classified networks
- Proven leadership in large-scale software systems, including microservices, APIs, container orchestration, and integration with legacy DoD systems
- Familiarity with DoD cloud environments, RMF accreditation, STIG implementation, and zero-trust principles
Skills
APIs
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Google Cloud Platform
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Microservices
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Edge Computing
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IBM Cloud
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Serverless
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AWS GovCloud
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Azure Government
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Container Orchestration
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RMF accreditation
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STIG implementation
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Zero-trust principles
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AI/ML integration
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* Required skills
Certifications
CCSP
(Required)
CASP
(Required)
TOGAF
(Required)
AWS Solutions Architect Professional Gov
(Required)
Azure Solutions Architect Expert
(Required)
SecurityX
(Required)