Cloud Architect (Senior)

Boeing; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Experimental Systems Group (ESG) seeks a Senior Cloud Architect to provide technical leadership in designing secure DevSecOps pipelines and IaC/Config as Code solutions across air-gapped and on-prem environments.

Senior positions require active TS clearance, 5+ to 10+ years experience, and proven leadership in Agile/DevSecOps. Locations include Seal Beach, CA and other U.S. sites. Relocation not guaranteed.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance required.
• 5+ years experience for level 4 / 10+ for level 5.
• Experience leading software teams or projects.
• Experience with Agile development processes.
• DevSecOps / CI/CD experience.
• CI/CD tools and automation experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, implementation, and sustainment of secure DevSecOps pipelines in air-gapped and on-prem environments.
• Architect and maintain Infrastructure as Code and Configuration as Code solutions to support repeatable provisioning, configuration, and deployment in disconnected environments.
• Establish and govern secure container build, storage, transfer, and deployment processes for isolated networks and restricted-access systems.
• Provide technical leadership for integration, deployment, and test environments through standardization, access control, and baseline management.
• Troubleshoot complex platforms, application, infrastructure, and security issues across development, integration, test, and deployment boundaries.
• Lead implementation of automated testing, monitoring, and validation capabilities to improve reliability, traceability, and mission readiness.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Agile development

DevSecOps

CI/CD

Leadership

Security remediation leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitLab

AWS

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Job Description

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Experimental Systems Group (ESG) seeks a Senior Cloud Architect to provide technical leadership and ensure modern, best practices across programs and product lines, in a highly dynamic, collaborative environment. ESG focuses on rapid development to demonstrate a host of next-generation, mission-focused technologies, products, and services for a variety of customers. We work all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal authoring, architecture, requirements, and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration.

Position Responsibilities

• Design, implementation, and sustainment of secure DevSecOps pipelines and automation capabilities in air-gapped and on-premises environments.
• Architect and maintain Infrastructure as Code and Configuration as Code solutions to support repeatable provisioning, configuration, and deployment in disconnected environments.
• Establish and govern secure container build, storage, transfer, and deployment processes for isolated networks and restricted-access systems.
• Provide technical leadership for integration, deployment, and test environments through standardization, access control, and baseline management.
• Troubleshoot complex platforms, application, infrastructure, and security issues across development, integration, test, and deployment boundaries.
• Lead implementation of automated testing, monitoring, and validation capabilities to improve reliability, traceability, and mission readiness.
• Apply metrics and root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement of DevSecOps tools, processes, and system performance.
• Guide remediation of security vulnerabilities and implementation of compliance controls within secure disconnected enterprise environments.
• Lead stakeholder engagement to define priorities, drive consensus, and align DevSecOps product direction with program needs.
• Partner with engineering, cybersecurity, operations, senior leadership, and external customers to gather requirements, drive implementation, and support adoption of DevSecOps capabilities.
• Own DevSecOps product planning and execution to ensure delivery of secure, mission-aligned capabilities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to drive implementation of DevSecOps enhancements and support adoption.
• Provide leadership for DevSecOps roadmap execution, backlog prioritization, and performance tracking.

This position is expected to be fully onsite in either Seal Beach, CA; Aurora, CO; Colorado Springs, CO; El Segundo, CA; Herndon, CA; or Leesburg, VA.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Active U.S. Top Secret. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).
• Minimum years of related experience: 5+ years for level 4, 10+ years for level 5.
• Experience leading software teams or projects.
• Experience utilizing Agile development processes.
• Development Operations (DevOps) or Development Security Operations (DevSecOps) experience.
• Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CI/CD) experience using appropriate code versioning, build, and test automation tools.
• If not already within commuting distance of one of the listed locations, willingness and ability to relocate at own expense.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• Test automation experience.
• Experience deploying and sustaining Docker and Kubernetes solutions in air-gapped environments, including cluster administration, orchestration, automation, security, and performance optimization.
• Experience with cloud-based container platforms such as AWS.
• Proficient with the GitLab ecosystem.
• Security+ or equivalent certification.
• Proficient with a variety of software development languages, tools, and techniques.

Typical Education & Experience

Senior (level 4): Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience, 13 years' related work experience, etc.).

Senior (level 5): Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master+12 years' related work experience, 18 years' related work experience, etc.).

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift

Ability and willingness to work occasional compensated ad hoc support outside of typical business hours.

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 16, 2026.

Senior (level 4): $142,800 - $207,000

Senior (level 5): $172,550 - $249,550

Export Control Requirements

• 120.62 is required. U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.