Cloud Platform Architect

accenturefederalservices; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Cloud Platform Architect in the Colorado Springs area to lead the design and deployment of cloud solutions across public, private, and hybrid environments. You will guide cloud adoption plans, ensure secure, scalable platforms, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align cloud strategies with mission objectives.

The role requires 5+ years in cloud administration/engineering, IaC and container tooling, with a TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience in admin/engineering roles across cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code processes and automation.
• Experience with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of cloud security concepts and RMF implementations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee architecture and deployment across public, private, and hybrid clouds.
• Design and implement cloud platform services to meet organizational needs.
• Develop and execute cloud adoption plans for migration and integration.
• Lead cloud application design to ensure scalability and reliability.
• Monitor and optimize cloud performance and security.

Skills

Cloud platforms

IaC

Containers

Automation

RMF & security

Multi-cloud

Cloud security

Tools

CloudWatch

Datadog

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands‑on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Cloud Platform Architect to join our team and support our client in the Colorado Springs area. You will be responsible for overseeing the design and deployment of applications across various cloud environments, including public, private, and hybrid clouds. Your work will involve developing and executing cloud adoption strategies, ensuring seamless integration of applications, and managing the ongoing operation and monitoring of cloud‑based solutions. You will be expected to lead the architectural planning for cloud services, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver scalable and secure platforms that meet organizational needs. Your expertise will be crucial in guiding the transition of legacy systems to cloud‑native architectures and optimizing performance within these environments.

What you’ll do:

• Oversee application architecture and deployment across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments
• Design and implement cloud platform services to meet organizational needs
• Develop and execute cloud adoption plans for seamless migration and integration
• Lead cloud application design initiatives, ensuring scalability and reliability
• Manage and monitor cloud environments to optimize performance and security
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align cloud strategies with business objectives
• Establish best practices for cloud management and governance

What you’ll need:

• 5 years of experience working in cloud environments as an administrator or engineer (e.g.: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, etc.)
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code processes
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g.: Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
• Experience with automation frameworks
• Experience embedding RMF processes and comprehensive vulnerability assessments into cloud infrastructure
• Background in cloud cybersecurity (e.g.: identity management, data encryption, incident response processes, etc.)

Bonus Points if you have:

• Experience with management and monitoring solutions such as: CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, or Datadog
• Previous involvement in designing cloud service models, implementing security best practices, and managing multi‑cloud or hybrid cloud environments

Security Clearance:

You must have an active TS/SCI level clearance

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$100,200 - $203,400 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

Equal Employment Opportun