Aviation NAS Cloud Architect Leader – Modernization

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a seasoned Cloud Architect in Herndon, VA to lead NAS modernization and transition FAA BNATCS systems to a modern cloud-first NAS architecture. You will set cloud strategy, guide evolution, and drive secure, scalable, and compliant solutions across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

You’ll partner with engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to deliver mission-critical capabilities, applying Zero Trust, RMF, and NIST controls while ensuring high reliability for

Qualifications

• US Citizenship with ability to obtain/maintain Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor's degree minimum; higher degrees preferred.
• Deep expertise in hybrid and multi-cloud environments and cloud migration strategies.
• Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks and Zero Trust principles.
• Experience supporting large-scale federal or DoD programs.
• Background in mission-critical or safety-critical systems.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead cloud assessments and define forward-looking architecture strategies for NAS modernization.
• Provide technical leadership and governance across cloud adoption.
• Design hybrid and multi-cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, GovCloud).
• Develop strategies for application modernization and cloud migration.
• Ensure alignment with FAA objectives and federal compliance.
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to deliver solutions.
• Promote secure-by-design and Zero Trust principles.
• Communicate complex ideas to executives and stakeholders.

Skills

Security clearance

Cloud architecture

Multi-cloud

FedRAMP RMF NIST 800-53

Zero Trust

Federal/DoD experience

Safety-critical systems

Leadership

FAA NAS experience

Real-time systems

Edge computing

SD-WAN

AI Ops

Observability

Education

BS/BA (+ advanced degrees)

Job description

Peraton is seeking a seasoned Cloud Architect in Herndon, VA to lead NAS modernization and transition FAA BNATCS systems to a modern cloud-first NAS architecture. You will set cloud strategy, guide evolution, and drive secure, scalable, and compliant solutions across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

You’ll partner with engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to deliver mission-critical capabilities, applying Zero Trust, RMF, and NIST controls while ensuring high reliability for