Cloud Solutions Architect

Freedom Technology Solutions Group; Chantilly, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation

401k matching

Job summary

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking a Cloud Solutions Architect to join our Virginia-based team. The role focuses on designing secure, scalable cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and GCP, and integrating data platforms with enterprise IT environments.

Required are hands-on cloud deployment, security best practices, and multi-cloud networking. The candidate should also support A&A processes, vendor tooling, and cross-functional collaboration within the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience designing secure, scalable cloud infrastructure.
• Active security clearance with a polygraph is required.
• Proficiency with relational DBs (SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL).

Skills

Cloud architecture

Security design

Multi-cloud

Data engineering

Machine learning basics

DevSecOps

SOP writing

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

SQL

NoSQL

Job description

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is looking for aCloud Solutions Architect to add to our growing team based out of Virginia! The ideal candidate has familiarity with the following skillsets:Programming Languages & Scripting / Cloud Platforms & Services / Systems Architecture & Engineering / Cybersecurity & Accreditation / Data Engineering & Analytics / Machine Learning & Data Science / Software Development & Tools / Enterprise IT & Endpoint Services / Documentation, Communication & Collaboration / Specialized Tools & Technologies.

Required Skills:

• An active security clearance with a polygraph.
• Experience with SQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL for relational database development and querying
• Ability to work with structured and unstructured data formats including JSON and XML
• Familiarity with modern programming environments such as Visual Studio, WebStorm, and notebook-based development
• Hands‑on experience designing and implementing secure, scalable cloud infrastructure in AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Proven ability to configure and maintain cloud services including EC2, S3, Lambda, VPC, and IAM roles
• Experience with cloud security best practices, including encryption, access control, and compliance frameworks
• Familiarity with multi‑cloud networking, traffic engineering, and performance optimization across cloud platforms
• Demonstrated experience in systems architecture, virtualization (VMWare), and infrastructure deployment
• Ability to lead full lifecycle systems development including design, testing, and integration
• Familiarity with ICD 503 and A&A processes for secure system accreditation
• Experience with identity lifecycle management and enterprise IT integration
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles including DNS, routing, VPNs, and certificate authentication
• Experience supporting A&A workflows and implementing security controls across cloud and on‑prem environments
• Familiarity with Certificate Authorities and secure authentication protocols
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CISM are highly desirable
• Experience designing and maintaining ETL pipelines using tools like Spark, NiFi, and Pentaho
• Proficiency in data modeling, governance, and cataloging across structured and unstructured datasets
• Hands‑on experience with Elasticsearch, Neo4j, and other graph or search databases
• Ability to transform and enrich data for analytics using Python, SQL, and cloud‑native tools
• Experience developing and deploying machine learning models using TensorFlow, PyTorch, or SageMaker
• Familiarity with unsupervised learning techniques and feature engineering for large‑scale datasets
• Ability to integrate ML workflows into data platforms and cloud environments
• Knowledge of retrieval augmented generation (RAG) and modern AI‑driven analytics is a plus
• Full‑stack development experience across desktop, web, and cloud platforms
• Proficiency with front‑end frameworks like React and back‑end tools including REST APIs and containerized services
• Experience with Git, JIRA, and CI/CD pipelines for agile software delivery
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and secure coding standards
• Experience managing Microsoft Office 365, Windows environments, and endpoint configuration tools (MECM, GPO)
• Ability to troubleshoot performance issues and maintain compliance with enterprise security policies
• Familiarity with Active Directory, DHCP, and SQL Server in enterprise settings
• Understanding of sponsor‑specific systems and mission environments is highly valued
• Strong technical writing skills for SOPs, system documentation, and stakeholder briefings
• Experience using Confluence, JIRA, and other collaboration platforms for task tracking and reporting
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non‑technical audiences
• Proven success in cross‑functional team environments and stakeholder engagement
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration in cloud environments
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau and BI platforms
• Hands‑on experience with forensic analysis tools and graph database queries

What’s in It for You?

• Flexible work environment
• A team mentality – work with friendly, like‑minded professionals
• Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies
• Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits
• A work‑life balance you can count on
• Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime

The Benefits You Get with Freedom

• Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more
• Generous paid time off – including paid site closure days
• Competitive salary offerings
• Paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Fully paid life and disability
• Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)

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