26-1119: Cloud Architect - Herndon, VA

Navitas Business Consulting Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Navitas Business Consulting Inc. seeks a senior Cloud Architect to design and govern cloud infrastructure across multi-cloud environments including AWS GovCloud, C2S, SC2S, and JWCC.

The role requires an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture. The candidate will develop AI/ML infrastructure, GPU-enabled hosting, and cloud security architectures aligned with Zero Trust, while producing architecture artifacts and DoDAF-compliant

Qualifications

• 8+ years of cloud architecture experience.
• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field; Master preferred.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or multi-cloud environments.
• Ability to produce architecture documentation and technical standards.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design cloud reference architectures across AWS GovCloud, C2S, SC2S, and JWCC environments.
• Develop multi-cloud integration and modernization strategies.
• Produce architecture artifacts and engineering documentation using DoDAF methodologies.
• Design AI/ML infrastructure including GPU-enabled environments and model hosting architectures.
• Implement scalable hosting environments for agentic AI services.
• Support architecture governance, technology evaluations, and analysis of alternatives.
• Develop cloud security architectures aligned with Zero Trust principles.

Skills

Cloud architecture

AWS

Azure

Multi-cloud

DoDAF

AI Infrastructure

Security governance

Zero Trust

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/DS

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

TOGAF

Job description

Cloud Architect

Job ID: 26-1119

Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility

Location: DC Metro

Who We Are:

Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

What We Do:

At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.

What You’ll Do

The Cloud Architect designs, governs, and modernizes cloud infrastructure environments supporting enterprise technology and AI workloads across multi-cloud and secure computing environments.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Design cloud reference architectures across AWS GovCloud, C2S, SC2S, and JWCC environments.
• Develop multi-cloud integration and modernization strategies.
• Produce architecture artifacts and engineering documentation using DoDAF methodologies.
• Design AI/ML infrastructure including GPU-enabled environments and model hosting architectures.
• Implement scalable hosting environments for agentic AI services.
• Support architecture governance, technology evaluations, and analysis of alternatives.
• Develop cloud security architectures aligned with Zero Trust principles.

What You’ll Need

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field, Master preferred
• 8+ years of cloud architecture experience.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or multi-cloud platforms.
• Understanding of enterprise networking, cybersecurity, and cloud governance.
• Experience producing architecture documentation and technical standards.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

Set Yourself Apart With:

• AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Professional preferred
• TOGAF or equivalent EA certification preferred
• Experience supporting DoD cloud environments.
• Knowledge of AI infrastructure and GPU-enabled computing platforms.

Salary Range: $120k - $145k
The pay range provided is a good-faith estimate and represents the range the company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Individual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and business needs.

The pay range provided is a good-faith estimate and represents the range the company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Individual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and business needs.

Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.

Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.