Cloud Network Architect - Associate

ANG Signal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

ANG Signal in Washington, DC is seeking a Cloud Network Architect to design, deploy, and secure scalable cloud solutions across AWS and other cloud platforms for federal clients. You will apply IaC, automation, and AI-driven enhancements to improve efficiency and security.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on cloud architecture experience, strong AWS expertise, and familiarity with FedRAMP/NIST standards. Collaboration with DevOps teams and leadership in migration initiatives are key.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on cloud architecture experience, with strong AWS focus.
• Experience with multicloud environments (Azure, GCP, Oracle).
• Familiarity with federal agencies and securing FedRAMP/NIST compliant systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect secure, scalable cloud solutions on AWS with multi-cloud integration.
• Design and deploy multi-tier, fault-tolerant cloud applications.
• Lead cloud migration from legacy to modern platforms.
• Ensure FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST compliance for federal systems.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Collaborate with DevOps to enable CI/CD, IaC, and automated deployments.

Skills

AWS

Multicloud

Cloud networking

DevOps

Automation

Python

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Job Description – Cloud Network Architect We are seeking a highly skilled and certified Cloud Network Architect with deep expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS) and hands-on experience across multicloud environments (Azure, GCP, Oracle). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, deploying, and managing secure, scalable cloud solutions, particularly within the U.S. Federal sector, including FISMA Moderate and High systems. Familiarity with AI-driven tools, automation frameworks, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) is essential.

Clearance Requirements: US Citizenship and eligibility for Public Trust

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions primarily on AWS, with integration across Azure, GCP, or Oracle Cloud.
• Design and deploy multi-tier, fault-tolerant applications using cloud-native services.
• Lead and co-design cloud migration efforts from legacy systems to modern cloud platforms.
• Ensure compliance with FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST standards for federal systems.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
• Implement cost optimization and performance tuning across cloud environments. FinOps experience or certifications are a plus.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to enable CI/CD pipelines, IaC, and automated deployments using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities and automation into cloud operations to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Conduct technical reviews, audits, and security assessments of cloud infrastructure.
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and recommend strategic improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in cloud architecture, with a strong focus on AWS.
• Proven experience in multicloud environments (Azure, GCP, Oracle).
• Experience working with federal agencies and securing FISMA Moderate/High systems.
• Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Python, Java, Open Tofu, Bash).
• Deep understanding of cloud networking, security, and automation.
• Experience with DevOps tools (Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Git).
• Experience with Cloud Formation or other automation tools.
• Strong knowledge of cloud compliance frameworks and security best practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Preferred certifications:
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Google Cloud Certified: Professional Cloud Architect
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Associate/Professional
• Security certifications (e.g., CASP+, CCSP, CISSP)
• AI/ML or Automation certifications (e.g., AWS Machine Learning Specialty, Terraform Associate)

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.