Cloud Solutions Architect – TS/SCI Clearance

Nightwing; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking a Cloud Solutions Architect to design, optimize, and enhance cloud-based engagement kit architectures for rapid deployment and customization across diverse mission scenarios.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, 8+ years in cloud architecture, and strong AWS experience. Responsibilities include secure, scalable infrastructure, IaC, and collaboration with DevOps for CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of directly relevant experience.
• 5+ years designing cloud architectures, preferably on AWS.
• Strong expertise in AWS services (EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, Lambda, CloudFormation).
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Deep understanding of cloud security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to design scalable, resilient, cost-effective solutions.
• Strong documentation and technical communication skills.
• Experience with automation and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Layman networking knowledge—network infra, protocols, TLS, and VPC firewall management.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect maintainable cloud infrastructure for engagement kits.
• Customize kit configurations to align with scope and parameters.
• Develop automation frameworks to streamline provisioning and deployment.
• Create and maintain infrastructure-as-code templates and docs.
• Ensure architecture supports rapid reconfiguration for mission needs.
• Implement security controls including encryption and hardened configurations.
• Collaborate with DevOps to enhance CI/CD pipelines.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud services to improve ops.
• Conduct architecture reviews and provide technical guidance.
• Support troubleshooting during active operations.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Active TS/SCI clearance

Cloud architecture

AWS expertise

IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation)

Cloud security

Scripting (Python/Bash/PowerShell)

Networking basics

Documentation/communication

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

10+ years of directly relevant experience as alternative

Tools

AWS

Terraform

CloudFormation

Kubernetes

Job description

Nightwing is seeking a Cloud Solutions Architect to design, optimize, and enhance cloud-based engagement kit architectures for rapid deployment and customization across diverse mission scenarios.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, 8+ years in cloud architecture, and strong AWS experience. Responsibilities include secure, scalable infrastructure, IaC, and collaboration with DevOps for CI/CD pipelines.