Chief Cloud Architect and Lead Infrastructure SME (CCALIS)

AttainX, Inc.

Alexandria (VA)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 250,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement
401K matching
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid vacation

Job summary

A technology services company is seeking a Chief Cloud Architect to design and optimize AWS GovCloud for military services. Candidates must have a background in Federal IT, lead infrastructure operations, and hold a TS SCI clearance. This position offers a salary range of $140,000 - $250,000 and hybrid work options.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 6 years of experience in Federal or DoD IT architecture.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience supporting AWS GovCloud.
  • Must have an active TS SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and deployment of AWS GovCloud solutions.
  • Provide infrastructure support ensuring availability and security.
  • Work with cybersecurity SMEs to align cloud architecture.

Skills

AWS GovCloud
Federal IT architecture
Cybersecurity
DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Job description

Chief Cloud Architect and Lead Infrastructure SME (CCALIS)
Chief Cloud Architect and Lead Infrastructure SME (CCALIS)

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Job Title: Chief Cloud Architect and Lead Infrastructure SME (CCALIS)

Location: Washington, DC area; Hybrid

Clearance: Active Top Secret SCI orTier 5 (favorable adjudication).

Exemption Status: Exempt

Position type: Full time.

Salary: $140,000 - $250,000 wage range. You will receive a competitive total rewards package that is applicable to the U.S. only. The salary range may vary based on experience, skillset, and geographical location.

Pending Contract Award

AttainX Inc. is seeking a forward-thinking Chief Cloud Architect and Lead Infrastructure SME (CCALIS) to architect, secure, and optimize AWS GovCloud environments supporting Military Community and Family Policy (MC&FP). This position requires hands-on technical leadership in cloud infrastructure, coupled with a strong understanding of federal and DoD IT frameworks. The CCALIS will be responsible for ensuring scalable, compliant, and mission-aligned infrastructure that enables modern, user-centered services for military communities.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Systems, or related field.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in Federal or DoD IT architecture or infrastructure roles.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience specifically supporting AWS GovCloud infrastructure and architecture.
  • Experience providing support for large Department of Defense contracts with a preference for MC&FP or related support activities.
  • Must have one or more of the following active certifications:
    CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSO, GCIA, GCSA, GCLD, GICSP, GSLC, CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active TS SCI or Active Favorable Tier 5 investigation adjudication.

Job Duties:

  • Lead the design and deployment of AWS GovCloud solutions tailored to MC&FP operational requirements.
  • Provide expert infrastructure support, ensuring availability, scalability, and security across systems.
  • Work closely with cybersecurity SMEs to align cloud architecture with DoD and Federal compliance standards.
  • Support implementation of DevSecOps practices and Agile development methodologies within cloud environments.
  • Identify infrastructure performance bottlenecks and recommend enhancements or remediation strategies.
  • Provide architectural governance, documentation, and mentoring across teams.

Non-Essential Functions:

  • General Duty Requirements.

About Us:

AttainX Inc. is SBA Certified 8(a), Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged WOSB (EDWOSB), CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001:2015 certified QMS and Silver Level SaFe Partner. For more than 12 years, AttainX, Inc. has delivered emergent technologies, software products, and high-quality services that meet the needs of our Federal Government customers.

The last 4 years have shown significant company growth as we have increased our contracts portfolio and hold the “Best in Class” contract vehicles, GSA MAS and OASIS Small Business and 8(a) Pools 1, 2 and 3. In addition, we are prime on several Agency Specific IDIQ’s and BPA’s with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Energy, Navy, Health and Human Service and the Defense Intelligence Agency.

AttainX is dedicated to quality and best practices for the services we provide. We understand our people are the key ingredient to ensuring our customers Mission and Goals are met with excellence.

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to include paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, matching 401K plan, tuition/training reimbursement, and Long & Short-Term Disability.

EEO Commitment:

AttainX Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).

Accommodations:

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation, please send an email to HR@AttainX.com. Indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

Physical Demands:

Sitting and working on a computer for long, continuous periods each day; effective communications by telephone, email, and face-to-face; standing, walking, and sitting; handling and feeling objects or controls; reaching; talking and hearing; lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds; and specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Compensation details: 140000-250000 Yearly Salary

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
  • Job function
    Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries
    IT Services and IT Consulting

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