Cloud Architect

General Dynamics IT; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401K with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

General Dynamics IT is seeking a Cloud Architect to own and evolve cloud solutions that ensure mission continuity for DoW in Tampa, FL. The role focuses on designing scalable, secure architectures and collaborating with software engineers, data scientists, and data engineers to deliver robust cloud platforms.

Requires 5–10+ years in cloud architecture, DoD context, and a Secret clearance with potential TS/SCI in the future.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of cloud architecture experience in enterprise or mission-critical environments.
• Proficiency in designing, deploying, and managing virtual networks, compute resources, and cloud-based storage solutions.
• Experience with IaaS, PaaS, and event-driven computing models.
• Strong knowledge of network security, IAM, and compliance (FedRAMP, NIST).
• IaC tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation.
• Excellent collaboration with software engineers, data scientists, and data engineers.

Responsibilities

• Designs and defines Cloud Solutions architecture for new or existing cloud systems/services.
• Provide business strategy, solution development and technical guidance aligned with provider offerings.
• Collaborate to develop innovative cloud-based solutions addressing performance, scalability, and security.

Skills

Cloud solutions

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: Software Engineering

Job Qualifications

Skills: Cloud Based Solutions, Cloud Solutions, Project Management Certifications: None

Experience: 5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

Own the opportunity as a Cloud Architect and help ensure the mission is never interrupted. At GDIT, we deliver clarity with our cloud solutions and provide meaningful work. Your work will be an important part of transforming our clients for the modern age and help them face any obstacle.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cloud Architect you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Cloud Architect joining our team to play a critical role in advancing the client's mission by enhancing existing cloud deployments and designing innovative cloud architectures tailored to mission needs. By leveraging expertise in scalable and secure solutions, the architect will streamline operations, improve data accessibility, and enable rapid deployment of new capabilities for the DoW client in Tampa, FL.

HOW A CLOUD ARCHITECT WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Designs and defines Cloud Solutions architecture for new or existing Cloud systems services. Provides business strategy, solution development and technical guidance to develop business and market solutions that align with cloud service offerings from the cloud service provider. The cloud architect will collaborate closely with software engineers, data scientists, and data engineers to design and implement cloud solutions that optimize workflows, enhance data processing capabilities, and support seamless integration across mission-critical systems. The cloud architect will partner with the team to identify and analyze challenges, leveraging their expertise to develop innovative cloud-based solutions that address performance bottlenecks, enhance system scalability, and ensure robust data security while aligning with the client's mission objectives. The cloud architect will utilize their expertise in cloud technologies such as virtual networks, compute resources, event-driven services, and traffic management to design and implement scalable and secure architectures.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• 5-10+ years of experience in cloud architecture, design, and implementation for enterprise or mission-critical environments.
• Proficiency in designing, deploying, and managing virtual networks, compute resources, and cloud-based storage solutions.
• Expertise in implementing and managing scalable and secure architectures using Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), and event-driven computing models.
• Strong knowledge of network security, identity and access management, and compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST).
• Hands-on experience with load balancing, traffic management, and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with automation tools and technologies, such as Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) frameworks (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with software engineers, data scientists, and data engineers.
• Strong communication skills to translate technical requirements into actionable cloud solutions.

Education: Bachelor's Degree preferred; experience may be substituted in lieu of degree

Certification: DoD 8570 IAT II Certification (Security+ or equivalent)

Clearance: Requires Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI eligibility in the future.

This is a full-time onsite position and does not offer hybrid options.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in intelligence at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission.

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The likely salary range for this position is $114,750 - $155,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: Less than 10%

T elecommuting Options: Onsite

Work Location: USA FL MacDill AFB

Total Rewards at GDIT

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision p