Cloud Architect

22nd Century Technologies Inc.; Clarksburg (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

22nd Century Technologies Inc. is seeking a Cloud Solutions Architect to design, implement, and optimize cloud-based infrastructure and applications across public, private, and hybrid environments.

You will translate business needs into scalable, secure cloud solutions and define migration strategies with stakeholders. The role requires hands‑on Azure experience, IaC proficiency (Terraform, CloudFormation, Pulumi), and strong understanding of enterprise architecture.gov cloud experience is a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in CS/IT or related field.
• 4–7 years of cloud architecture/engineering experience.
• Hands‑on with Azure core compute, storage, networking, and identity services.
• Experience with IaC tools: Terraform, CloudFormation, Pulumi, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of containers: Docker, Kubernetes, ECS/EKS.
• Familiarity with cloud security, IAM, and network security controls.
• Understanding of microservices, API gateway patterns, and serverless computing.
• Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP) preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• DoD/GovCloud experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud architectures across Azure to meet scalability, availability, and security requirements.
• Develop cloud migration strategies and assess on‑prem workloads for cloud readiness.
• Define and enforce cloud standards, patterns, and best practices across teams.
• Collaborate with DevOps, security, and development for CI/CD integration of cloud services.
• Evaluate and recommend cloud services to optimize performance and cost.
• Implement IaC solutions using Terraform, CloudFormation, or Pulumi.
• Ensure environments comply with security frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST 800‑53, FISMA).
• Conduct architecture reviews, POCs, and stakeholder presentations.
• Monitor resource utilization and advise on optimization and performance.

Skills

Azure cloud

Cloud security

Infrastructure as Code

Kubernetes

CI/CD integration

Cost optimization

Communication

GovCloud familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Pulumi

ARM templates

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

• The Cloud Solutions Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-based infrastructure and application architecture that meet organizational and mission requirements. This role translates business and technical needs into scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions across public, private, and hybrid environments.
• The Cloud Solutions Architect partners with development teams, operations staff, and stakeholders to define cloud migration strategies, establish architectural standards, and ensure compliance with security and governance policies.
• The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience with major cloud platforms and a strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement cloud architectures across Azure, that align with organizational requirements for scalability, availability, and security.
• Develop cloud migration strategies and roadmaps, including assessment of existing on‑premises workloads for cloud readiness.
• Define and enforce cloud architectural standards, design patterns, and best practices across project teams.
• Collaborate with DevOps, security, and development teams to ensure seamless integration of cloud services into CI/CD pipelines and application workflows.
• Evaluate and recommend cloud services, tools, and third‑party solutions to optimize performance and reduce costs.
• Implement infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
• Ensure cloud environments comply with applicable security frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST 800‑53, FISMA) and data protection requirements.
• Conduct architecture reviews, proof‑of‑concept initiatives, and technical presentations for stakeholders.
• Monitor cloud resource utilization and recommend optimization strategies for cost management and performance tuning.
• Document cloud architectures, design decisions, and operational procedures.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 4–7 years of experience in cloud architecture, cloud engineering, or infrastructure roles.
• Hands‑on experience with Azure including core compute, storage, networking, and identity services.
• Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Pulumi, or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS/EKS).
• Familiarity with cloud security principles, identity and access management (IAM), and network security controls.
• Understanding of microservices architecture, API gateway patterns, and serverless computing.
• Cloud certification preferred (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, GCP Professional Cloud Architect).
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Experience in government or DoD cloud environments (e.g., GovCloud, IL5/6) is a plus.