AWS Cloud Architect

VT Group (VTG); Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

VT Group (VTG) is seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Architect located in Chantilly, Virginia. This role involves designing and managing scalable and secure cloud solutions, leading cloud modernization initiatives, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and extensive IT experience, including hands-on cloud architecture skills. Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required. The position demands strong knowledge of AWS services and experience with infrastructure as code tools.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• 8+ years of IT experience with at least 3+ years in cloud architecture.
• Hands‑on experience designing and deploying solutions in AWS.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, resilient, and cost-effective solutions using AWS services.
• Lead cloud migration and modernization efforts from on-premises to AWS.
• Collaborate with DevOps, engineering, and security teams to implement CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Designing and architecting scalable cloud solutions

Cloud migration and modernization

Developing cloud architecture frameworks

Implementing CI/CD pipelines

Optimizing cloud infrastructure

Technical leadership and mentorship

Troubleshooting complex cloud issues

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Tools

AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, etc.)

Infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Scripting/programming (Python, Bash)

Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Architect to design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and highly available cloud solutions. This role will lead cloud architecture strategy, drive modernization initiatives, and partner with engineering and business teams to deliver cloud-native solutions aligned with organizational goals.

What will you do?

• Design and architect scalable, resilient, and cost-effective solutions using AWS services
• Lead cloud migration and modernization efforts from on-premises to AWS
• Develop cloud architecture frameworks, standards, and best practices
• Collaborate with DevOps, engineering, and security teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and automation
• Ensure cloud environments meet security, compliance, and governance requirements
• Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams
• Evaluate new AWS services and emerging technologies to improve platform capabilities
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure and application issues

Do you have what it takes?

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of IT experience with at least 3+ years in cloud architecture
• Hands‑on experience designing and deploying solutions in AWS
• Strong knowledge of AWS core services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, CloudFormation)
• Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Proficiency in scripting or programming (Python, Bash, or similar)
• Deep understanding of networking, security, and distributed systems
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or similar)