E01 Cloud Architect III

EXPANSIA; Lincoln (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Income protection

Paid leave

Retirement savings

Job summary

Aether Aerospace in Dayton/Hanscom AFB area is seeking a Cloud Architect to design, implement, and oversee cloud solutions aligned with defense programs. You will lead cloud adoption, architecture, and system management, collaborating with cross-functional teams and service providers to deliver secure, scalable platforms.

Ideal candidates hold a TS/SCI clearance, a Bachelor's or higher in a related field, 5–7 years of cloud architecture experience, and hands-on expertise with IaC, cloud-native

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 5–7 years cloud architecture experience, or Master’s degree with 3–5 years.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Experience in cloud architecture, IaC, DevOps, and security best practices.
• Ability to lead cloud adoption plans and system design for defense programs.
• Experience with government/defense systems engineering and integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee cloud strategy and architecture for defense platforms.
• Lead cloud deployments on IaaS and PaaS.
• Collaborate with service providers to design system architecture.
• Onboard customers and tenants with client-first service.
• Translate requirements into detailed implementation specs.
• Ensure 100% of planned hours are recorded and met.
• Deliver against contractual requirements and drive client satisfaction.
• Build productive relationships with clients and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Terraform

CI/CD

Security

Systems integration

Microservices

Clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

AWS CloudFormation

CloudOne

DAFCloudWorks

SEITaas

Job description

Start Date: Immediate

JHNA,CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domainexpertiseacross Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities.

The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation

OVERVIEW

Full-time/Permanent Employee

Location: Dayton, OH or Hanscom AFB, MA

As a Cloud Architect, you willleverageyourexpertisein cloud computing to design, implement, and oversee innovative cloud solutions that align with businessobjectives. Working under general direction, you will independently develop strategies and technical solutions to complex challenges, contributing to cloud adoption plans, application design, and system management. Your role will involve leading the development and deployment of cloud infrastructure, ensuring compliance with security standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams tooptimizecloud-based systems. This position offers the opportunity to drive impactful change while providing technical leadership in a rapidly evolving domain.

The proposed salary range for this position is $110,095-$153,603. There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility Aether Aerospace allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our unique mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Employment benefits include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement and savings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and oversee the organization’s cloud computing strategy, including cloud adoption plans, application architecture, and management
• Lead cloud implementation projects and system deployment on IaaS and PaaS
• Work with Cloud Service Providers (e.g.CloudOne, DAFCloudWorks, andSEITaas) to design system architecture
• Onboard new customers and system tenants with client-first service
• Generate and translate high-level system requirements into detailed implementation specifications
• Act as a customer liaison to understand and shape technical requirements for business development initiatives
• Work with analysts, engineers, and programmers to define project limitations, system capabilities, and interface requirements
• Optimizecloud performance bymonitoringsystems, managing updates, and ensuring robust connectivity among remotelylocatedservers
• Provide assessments of current-state architecture and propose recommendations for future-state architecture
• Lead consultative engagements with domain architects, sales consultants, business analysts, and technical staff to ensure successful project delivery
• Utilize a cloud-first mindset to help customers realize the full potential of cloud-based solutions.
• Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded
• Identifyand forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area
• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction
• Completes personal PDP and attend Staff Meeting and Storytime (with camera on)
• Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients
• Performs other related duties as assigned

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Clearance: Active TS/SCI

Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with 5–7 years of experience in cloud architecture, or aMaster’sdegree with 3–5 years of experience.

• Comprehensive understanding, documenting, and applying technical principles, theories, and concepts in cloud computing.
• Having earned one of the following certifications; CompTIA Cloud+, CompTIA Security+, GICSP, SSCP, or GSEC
• Proven ability to independently develop solutions to complex technical problems.
• Proficiencyin infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Design and implement cloud-based solutions by setting up front-end and back-end platforms and developing operational delivery systems
• Knowledge of cloud-native services, serverless architectures, and microservices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to document and articulate a case for change to stakeholders.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and software security protocols
• Experience in system integration and ensuring software scalability
• Experiencing providing technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions
• Strong ability to analyze system performance, develop implementation requirements, and ensure compliance with verification standards
• Experience in government and defense-related systems engineering

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Certifications in one or more of the following:
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
• Expertisein consultative selling and enabling services in cloud environments.
• Advanced understanding of cloud security and compliance requirements.
• Strong communicationskills and experience collaborating with technical and business teams.

$110,095 - $156,603 a year

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility Aether Aerospace allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our unique mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Employment benefits include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement and savings.

Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.