Cloud Architect Lead (DoD Programs) with Security Clearance

Five Stones Research Corporation; Schriever Space Force Base (CO); Vor Ort; USD 145.000 - 176.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k) Matching

Company Events

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Performance Incentives

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Vision Insurance

Zusammenfassung

Five Stones Research Corporation seeks an experienced Cloud Architect Lead (DoD Programs) to drive modernization for DoD customers from Colorado Springs, CO. You will influence cloud strategy and guide architecture decisions across AWS and Azure environments.

Responsibilities include documenting government cloud strategies, advising on migrations, ensuring DoD security compliance (Zero Trust and IL controls), and guiding CI/CD with DevSecOps.

Qualifikationen

• Analyze and document government cloud strategies, architectures, and modernization plans.
• Translate mission and program requirements into actionable cloud design patterns and technical concepts.
• Conduct analysis of alternatives and provide recommendations on cloud services and architectures across AWS, Azure, and on-prem environments.
• Provide technical oversight of cloud infrastructure designs and implementation plans from development contractors.
• Assess and advise on infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) and automation best practices.
• Evaluate and recommend strategies for migrating applications and data from on-premises systems to cloud environments.
• Ensure cloud solutions align with DoD security requirements, including Zero Trust principles and IL controls.
• Review and advise on identity management, encryption, network security, and other key cloud security controls.
• Support the preparation and review of documentation for security assessments and ATO processes.
• Analyze and provide guidance on CI/CD pipelines to improve automation, security, and delivery speed.
• Advocate for and promote DevSecOps practices across government and contractor teams.
• Serve as a SETA advisor by offering unbiased technical recommendations to government leadership.

Aufgaben

• Analyze and document government cloud strategies and modernization plans.
• Translate requirements into actionable cloud designs and concepts.
• Advise on AWS, Azure, and on-prem architectures.
• Provide oversight of cloud designs and implementation plans.
• Assess infrastructure-as-code tools and automation practices.
• Recommend migration strategies from on-prem to cloud.
• Ensure DoD security alignment including Zero Trust and IL controls.
• Review identity management, encryption, and network security controls.
• Support security assessments and ATO documentation.
• Guide CI/CD pipelines for automation, security, and faster delivery.
• Promote DevSecOps across teams.
• Mentor government staff on cloud technologies and trends.

Kenntnisse

Cloud strategy

Security compliance

DevSecOps

Zero Trust

Architectural oversight

Ausbildung

Master's in STEM

Bachelor's + 15 years DoD

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

AWS

Azure

Jobbeschreibung

Cloud Architect Lead (DoD Programs) Position Overview Type: Full-Time Location: Colorado Springs, CO Travel: Some travel expected, Clearance: Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship required Summary/Objective Five Stones Research Corporation (5SRC) is seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to support mission-critical modernization efforts for DoD customers. In this advisory SETA role, you will influence cloud strategy, guide architecture decisions, and help government stakeholders adopt secure, scalable solutions across AWS and Azure environments. This position offers the opportunity to shape next-generation cloud capabilities while working alongside a collaborative and growing Huntsville-headquartered team. Essential Functions

• Analyze and document government cloud strategies, architectures, and modernization plans.
• Translate mission and program requirements into actionable cloud design patterns and technical concepts.
• Conduct analysis of alternatives and provide recommendations on cloud services and architectures across AWS, Azure, and on-prem environments.
• Provide technical oversight of cloud infrastructure designs and implementation plans from development contractors.
• Assess and advise on infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) and automation best practices.
• Evaluate and recommend strategies for migrating applications and data from on-premises systems to cloud environments.
• Ensure cloud solutions align with DoD security requirements, including Zero Trust principles and Impact Level (IL) controls.
• Review and advise on identity management, encryption, network security, and other key cloud security controls.
• Support the preparation and review of documentation for security assessments and ATO processes.
• Analyze and provide guidance on CI/CD pipelines to improve automation, security, and delivery speed.
• Advocate for and promote DevSecOps practices across government and contractor teams.
• Serve as a SETA advisor by offering unbiased technical recommendations to government leadership.
• Evaluate contractor deliverables to ensure alignment with architectural, performance, and security standards.
• Mentor government technical personnel on emerging cloud technologies, trends, and best practices.
• Education: Masters' in STEM related field from an accredited institution with 10 years of relevant IT experience working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program / projects.
• Acceptable alternative: Bachelor's degree with 15 years of relevant IT experience working on missile defense- related or other complex, large DoD program / projects.
• Works independently, as a team member, or leading teams / tasks, applying engineering rigor to solve engineering / scientific problems
• Must possess the ability to develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity
• What We Offer:
• 401(k) Matching
• Company Events
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Performance Incentives
• Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vision Insurance
• This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Salary range: $145,000 - $176,000