Cloud Application Architect

Booz Allen Hamilton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Cloud Application Architect to design, build, and deploy scalable cloud-native solutions for the United States Air Force. You will lead cross-functional teams, translate customer needs, and work across development teams in a fast, Agile environment within cleared settings.

The role requires 3+ years in cloud architecture with AWS, hybrid cloud networking, IaC, and DoD security knowledge, plus Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years building scalable cloud-native apps on AWS.
• Experience with hybrid cloud networking in classified environments.
• Experience with DoD IT standards and cloud architectures.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and deploy hybrid cloud architectures in cleared environments.
• Collaborate with multiple software teams to migrate and solution mission capabilities.
• Lead others in a fast-paced Agile environment.

Skills

AWS cloud architecture

Hybrid cloud networking

Microservice architecture

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

DoD security concepts

Security clearance (Top Secret)

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Math/Stats/Engineering

Tools

Kubernetes

Ubuntu/Linux (admin)

RHEL

Windows Server

Job description

Job Number: R0247285

Cloud Application Architect

The Opportunity

Are you looking for an opportunity to leverage your cloud architecture expertise in a high impact role? Booz Allen has an opportunity to showcase your talents by supporting the United States Air Force. We’re looking for a Cloud Application Architect to join the team in a cloud or software engineering role, working with teams to leverage and expand your client’s capabilities. You should thrive in a fast-paced environment, be able to translate customer needs, and assist others in migration and solutioning of mission critical capabilities. You’ll be responsible for working with current and new software development teams, architecting, building, and deploying hybrid cloud architectures in cleared environments. You’ll work independently while leading others and across development teams in a fast-paced, Agile environment. Join us as we change software development for the better. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have

• 3+ years of experience architecting and developing scalable, reliable cloud-native applications within AWS
• Experience with networking for hybrid cloud environments within SIPR, TS, or JWICS
• Experience building cloud-native microservice full-stack applications and working with DoD STIGs or CIS Benchmarks
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)
• Experience with DoD impact levels or classifications, AWS cloud, databases such as SQL and NoSQL, air-gapped cloud environments, and common design patterns such as event-driven architectures and microservices
• Experience with DoD cloud architecture or management, security, or networking
• Top Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• AWS Solution Architect Associate Certification
• Ability to obtain a DoD 8570 IAT II Certification within 60 days of start date

Nice If You Have

• Experience troubleshooting cloud-native application deployments and configurations in secured environments
• Experience working with FENCES
• Experience with container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes or other K8S distros
• Experience promoting solutions into higher classification environments
• Experience managing and configuring Ubuntu, RHEL, and Windows Server operating systems
• Experience troubleshooting networking issues within AWS cloud
• Experience in Identity Authentication and Authorization, including Single-Sign-On, SAML, or OpenID
• Possession of excellent communication skills
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in CS, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Engineering

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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 interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.