Aure Solution Architect

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Híbrido; USD 164 000 - 213 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking an Azure Solutions Architect for the Federal Civilian Division. The role focuses on designing and deploying Azure cloud services across enterprise environments to support the U.S.

Department of State’s mission, with leadership in solution shaping and security oversight. The position requires 8+ years of experience, AZ-305, and an active Top Secret clearance.

Qualificações

• 8+ years of related experience in enterprise IT, cloud services engineering, or hybrid cloud environments.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) is required.
• US Citizenship is required and Top Secret clearance level is required or must be able to obtain.

Responsabilidades

• Design, deploy, and configure Azure IaaS, PaaS, and VNets using IaC (ARM/Bicep or Terraform) for hybrid/multi-cloud environments.
• Lead cloud migrations, optimize performance, and implement monitoring, cost controls, and security practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and ensure compliance with security frameworks (NIST/CA, FedRAMP) and operational readiness.

Conhecimentos

Cloud architectures

Azure IaaS

Azure PaaS

Azure certifications

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Ferramentas

ARM/Bicep

Terraform

PowerShell

CLI

Monitoring tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Type of Requisition

Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications

Skills: Cloud Architectures, Microsoft Azure IaaS, Microsoft Azure PaaS, Windows Azure Cloud Certifications: None Experience: 8 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

Aure Solution Architect GDIT is seeking an Azure Solutions Architect for the Federal Civilian Division to join our team. In this role, you will support a large-scale, global Cloud and Data Center Services program for the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT). You will design and deploy Azure cloud services across enterprise environments to support DOS stated mission, objectives, and goals. This role combines deep Azure expertise with client leadership, solution shaping, operational oversight, and technical mentorship.

HOW THIS ROLE WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Design & Platform Support: Design, deploy, and configure Azure IaaS, PaaS, virtual networks, etc., including Azure based AI solutions Leverage an Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using ARM/Bicep, Terraform, or similar tools to standardize and automate deployments in hybrid and multi-cloud environments Develop strategy for Azure landing zone design, governance configuration, tagging, RBAC, policy enforcement, cost controls, and operational standards, etc. Support engineering of Platform Services including Converged/Cloud Infrastructure, Data Protection, Monitoring, and Security Infrastructure

Cloud Operations & Service Delivery: Support 24x7x365 cloud operations in coordination with Enterprise Operations and Site Operations teams; service as a point of escalation for incident, problem, and change management workflows aligned with ITIL practices Design and deploy monitoring solutions for performance, health, consumption, scaling behavior, and anomalies; recommend cost optimizations and right-sizing strategies Lead cloud migrations, virtual infrastructure improvements, workload performance tuning, and resource lifecycle management by leveraging best practices from vendors and security frameworks Ensure cloud resources meet operational readiness, uptime, and reliability standards by leveraging automation and data analysis

Security, Compliance & Risk Management: Design Azure security controls and governance aligned with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), NIST-800-53, Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF), Microsoft Cloud Security Benchmark (MCSB), Microsoft Cybersecurity Reference Architectures, and other industry frameworks or customer or ATO requirements Support FedRAMP requirements, NIST RMF/FISMA controls, other applicable security frameworks, Zero Trust adoption, and DOS cybersecurity directives Design continuous monitoring, reporting, and self-healing solutions leveraging native tools, automation, and AI

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration: Work collaboratively with DT service providers, cross-functional engineering teams, and stakeholders to improve service delivery, standardize cloud practices, and streamline delivery Prepare documentation, runbooks, diagrams, proposals, and knowledge-transfer materials for Government FTEs and support contractors

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your initiative and drive for innovation to GDIT. The right candidate with possess: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline required. While a degree is strongly preferred, an additional 4 years of experience would be considered in liu of a degree. Experience: 8+ years relevant experience supporting enterprise IT systems, cloud services engineering, or hybrid cloud environments. Certification: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) is required. Technical skills: Hands‑on expertise with Azure IaaS/PaaS, virtual networks, routing, storage, compute, identity integrations, automation, scripting (PowerShell, CLI), monitoring/observability tools, hybrid and hyperconverged computing environments, and cloud security best practices. Security clearance level: Active Top Secret level clearance Location: Hybrid or on‑site within the National Capital Region, with periodic travel to customer and data center sites. Travel outside the area is expected to be less than 10%.

WHAT’S NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT REQUIRED

Education: Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline required. Experience: 12+ years relevant experience supporting enterprise IT systems, cloud services engineering, or hybrid cloud environments. Certification: One or more of the following: Other pertinent Microsoft certifications such as DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400), Azure Server Administrator Associate (AZ-802), Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700), GH-series GitHub certifications, AI-series Azure AI certifications, certifications from other cloud providers, Vmware certifications, Red Hate Certified Engineer (RHCE), or similar Technical skills: Demonstrated experience with CloudFinOps programs. Additional Information: Timeline: This is a contigent position expected to start in the spring of 2027.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Flexibility: Full‑flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your sense of ownership and pride in the meaningful work we do.

Compensation

The likely salary range for this position is $164,382 - $212,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Work Hours & Travel

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: Less than 10% Telecommuting Options: Hybrid Work Location: USA DC Washington Additional Work Locations: USA VA Newington, USA VA Springfield

Total Rewards at GDIT

• Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.


• To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.


• To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.


• We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work

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