Cloud Solutions Architect

Torch Technologies; Virginia; On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

short‑term disability

long‑term disability

flexible spending accounts

Health Saving Accounts

Health Reimbursement Accounts

EAP

education assistance

paid time off

holidays

Job summary

Torch Technologies is seeking a seasoned Cloud Solutions Architect to migrate J7 simulations and training to Microsoft Azure under JWCC. The role requires DoD IL4–IL6 cloud design, IaC with Terraform, and containerized deployments using AKS.

Based in Suffolk, VA, with security clearances preferred, you will lead architectural blueprints and guardrails for a secure cloud environment. The position includes doing architecture across Azure Government services, strict Zero Trust, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related technical field; 8+ years experience (or Master’s with 6+ years).
• 5+ years designing and managing cloud infrastructure in Microsoft Azure (2+ years in Azure Government/DoD IL4–IL6).
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or III baseline certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CASP+ CE, or CISSP).

Responsibilities

• Architect and oversee enterprise cloud infrastructure within Azure Government and Azure Government Secret aligned with JWCC standards.
• Direct the formulation of IaC standards across the technical team using Terraform, Azure Bicep, and ARM templates.
• Establish blueprints for migrating JLVC training software into containerized (AKS) and virtualized cloud services.
• Enforce Zero Trust across Azure networking, storage, identity, and compute boundaries.

Skills

Azure Cloud

Terraform

Azure Bicep

ARM templates

Azure VNets

IAT Level II/III

Azure Government

Cloud architecture

DoD IL4-IL6

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s in CS/Systems Eng

Master’s in related field

Tools

AKS

Container security scanning

Terraform

Azure Bicep

ARM templates

Job description

Torch Technologies Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee‑owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies is seeking a seasoned Cloud Solutions Architect to support the Joint Staff J7 Joint Technology & Simulation Division (JTSD). This position may be based out of Suffolk, VA (Joint Staff Complex). In this role, you will serve as the principal contractor technical advisor driving the migration of J7 simulation, training, and modeling federations into Microsoft Azure under the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) contract vehicle. As a Cloud Solutions Architect your duties will include the following, but are not limited to: Architect and oversee enterprise cloud infrastructure within Azure Government (IL5) and Azure Government Secret (IL6) aligned with JWCC standards and DoD Cloud Computing SRG. Partner with Government Cloud Engineering Leads and Division System Architects to establish robust cloud foundation services, landing zones, and transit hub‑spoke models. Direct the formulation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) standards across the technical team utilizing Terraform, Azure Bicep, and ARM templates. Establish architectural blueprints for migrating on‑premises Joint Live, Virtual, and Constructive (JLVC) training software into containerized (AKS) and virtualized cloud services. Enforce Zero Trust architectural principles across all Azure networking, storage, identity, and compute boundaries.

Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship Active Secret level DOW clearance Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related technical field, plus 8+ years of progressive engineering experience (or Master’s degree with 6+ years). 5+ years of hands‑on experience designing and managing cloud infrastructure in Microsoft Azure (minimum 2+ years in Azure Government / DoD IL4–IL6). Proven proficiency authoring production‑grade IaC using Terraform, Azure Bicep, or ARM templates. Practical experience with Azure Virtual Networks, Network Security Groups, ExpressRoute/VPN gateways, and Azure Firewall. Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or III baseline certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CASP+ CE, or CISSP) Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues Effective communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Azure Security Engineer Associate. Prior direct experience designing or migrating workloads under the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) contract vehicle. Familiarity with Joint Staff J7 training missions, the Joint Training Enterprise (JTE), or legacy Joint Live, Virtual, and Constructive (JLVC) federation architectures. Hands‑on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), container security scanning, and modern microservices architecture Experience working directly with cross‑functional teams and government stakeholders to align technical development with mission requirements. Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience

Schedule

M-F; 8-5

Work Location

Suffolk, VA

Travel

Yes, 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available

No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract

No

Salary Range for VA

$160,000-$190,000

Benefits

• ESOP participation
• 401(k) match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short‑term disability
• long‑term disability
• flexible spending accounts
• Health Saving Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Accounts
• EAP
• education assistance
• paid time off
• holidays

Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.

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Torch Technologies is dedicated to providing superior research, development, and engineering services to the Department of Defense. As defense contractors, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. From the CEO's desk… When Bill Roark and Don Holder founded Torch in 2002, they knew that employees were the company's greatest asset. They believed that offering employees a stake in the outcome, by making them all owners, was critical to building a successful organization. I share that feeling. Bill and Don's original intent was fully achieved in 2011 when Torch converted to a 100 percent S-Corp ESOP. Since that time, the company has grown over ten-fold and gained national recognition for the success we have demonstrated as an employee-owned company. Today, Torch continues to respect the individual contributions of our employee-owners and to share the rewards of our success. In addition, we continue to foster an environment of employee recognition, respect, development, and comradery while striving to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We recognize that core to our company is a culture of trust with our employees, customers, business partners, and community. Our management team is committed to continue to earn that trust. This past year, Torch proudly announced that we were Certified Evergreen. A timely achievement for Torch employee-owners as they will celebrate Torch’s 20th anniversary this October, becoming Certified Evergreen signifies that Torch employee-owners can look back on Torch’s past with pride, Torch is also looking forward. Becoming Certified Evergreen means that Torch has committed to finding ways to make 100 percent employee ownership sustainable so that Torch will remain a private company forever. Going forward, Torch will continue to evolve to address market and technology changes in order to become a major provider of cost-effective technical services and solutions to the Warfighter. We are making significant investments into facilities, equipment, business systems, and research to enable us to provide innovations and timely business services to our clients. We feel that always looking to improve our service is key to sustaining customer trust in the future. Likewise, we believe that continuing to share ownership is one of the ways we maintain employee trust and an unparalleled commitment to succeed. Combined, these timeless principles form the basis of the Torch culture. A culture that we are committed to continue and strive to pass on to the next generation of employee-owners as an Evergreen Company.