Cloud Technology Expert

Benz Technology; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Benz Technology is seeking a senior cloud computing expert to support hybrid cloud initiatives across commercial and government environments. You will provide authoritative guidance on cloud architecture, strategy, and adoption to help the organization achieve its cloud computing objectives.

You will collaborate with leadership teams to align cloud strategies with organizational goals, translate industry trends into actionable guidance, and identify opportunities for cloud migration and

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, or government equivalents).
• Hands-on experience designing and operating hybrid cloud environments.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking, security, and governance frameworks.
• Experience advising on cloud strategy in government or enterprise settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level recommendations on cloud computing technologies, services, and hybrid cloud strategies
• Evaluate and advise on cloud adoption approaches across commercial and government cloud environments
• Support hybrid cloud integration efforts, including architecture design and technology selection
• Translate emerging cloud research and industry trends into actionable guidance for stakeholders
• Assess current IT environments and identify opportunities for cloud migration and optimization
• Collaborate with technical and leadership teams to align cloud strategies with organizational goals

Skills

Cloud platforms

Hybrid cloud

Cloud strategy

Govt/enterprise advisory

Security governance

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Terraform

Job description

Active TS/SCI security clearance required. Benz Technology is unable to sponsor clearances. U.S. citizenship required.

About the Role You will serve as a senior cloud computing expert supporting hybrid cloud initiatives across commercial and government environments. In this role, you will provide authoritative guidance on cloud architecture, strategy, and adoption to help the organization achieve its cloud computing objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level recommendations on cloud computing technologies, services, and hybrid cloud strategies
• Evaluate and advise on cloud adoption approaches across commercial and government cloud environments
• Support hybrid cloud integration efforts, including architecture design and technology selection
• Translate emerging cloud research and industry trends into actionable guidance for stakeholders
• Assess current IT environments and identify opportunities for cloud migration and optimization
• Collaborate with technical and leadership teams to align cloud strategies with organizational goals

Required Qualifications

• Deep expertise in cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, or government equivalents)
• Hands-on experience designing and operating hybrid cloud environments
• Strong understanding of cloud networking, security, and governance frameworks
• Experience advising on cloud strategy in government or enterprise settings

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with FedRAMP and government cloud compliance requirements
• Experience with cloud cost optimization and FinOps practices
• Cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect)
• Knowledge of containerization and cloud-native technologies (Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform)