Oracle Cloud Architect

Booz Allen Hamilton; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 86,800 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an Oracle Cloud Architect to design cloud-first solutions that meet client needs and enhance mission-critical systems.

You will apply OCI expertise, security, and scalable geospatial deployments while driving cloud migration and integration across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid resources. AI-focused growth and defense-domain impact are core to the role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cloud-first software development experience.
• 3+ years of OCI services and cloud-native architecture patterns.
• 3+ years of Infrastructure as Code with Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes and container orchestration.
• Experience creating advanced OCI solutions and geospatial deployments.
• Active TS/SCI clearance or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Design cloud-based architectures that meet client needs and leverage cloud capabilities.
• Develop cloud-based solutions for mission-critical applications and products.
• Ensure standards are met throughout the cloud migration process.
• Recommend tools and solutions based on current environments and hybrid resources.
• Collaborate with teams to overcome cloud challenges and optimize design.
• Grow skills in AI while developing critical systems for defense clients.

Skills

Cloud-first software development

OCI services

Containerization

OCI enterprise solutions

Security clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree

OCI enterprise solutions experience (in lieu of degree)

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Number: R0243696

Oracle Cloud Architect

The Opportunity

Everyone is trying to “harness the cloud,” but not everyone knows how. As an Oracle Cloud Architect, you know how to create a cloud‑based technical architecture that meets client needs and takes advantage of cloud capabilities. What if you could use your cloud architecture skills to improve mission‑critical applications and products? We need you to help us develop cloud‑based solutions for some of the nation’s toughest problems. This is an opportunity to use the latest cloud technologies as you look for ways to improve your client’s environment using current cloud capabilities. Using your technical experience, you’ll work with industry leaders to inform strategy and design and ensure standards are met throughout the cloud migration process. You’ll recommend tools and solutions based on your research of the current environment and knowledge of various on‑premise, cloud‑based, and hybrid resources. You’ll work with your team as they help the client overcome their most difficult challenges in the cloud. Additionally, you’ll grow your skills in areas like AI while developing critical systems for the defense industry.

You Have

• 5+ years of experience in software with a cloud‑first development approach
• 3+ years of experience with OCI services and cloud‑native architecture patterns, including Compute, Autonomous Database, Exadata Database, security policies, security groups, and network security
• 3+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code, including Terraform, or CloudFormation
• Experience working with containerization, including Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration
• Experience creating advanced OCI solutions
• Experience developing and deploying production geospatial solutions from concept to O&M
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience with OCI enterprise solutions, or 9+ years of experience with OCI enterprise solutions in lieu of a degree

Nice If You Have

• Experience with Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and security documentation
• Experience designing solutions to enable migration from AWS to OCI
• Experience with OCI AI, ML and LLM offerings
• Experience designing OCI solutions optimized for geospatial workloads
• Experience leading technical initiatives in large‑scale environments
• Experience with system design, including scalability and reliability
• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• OCI Certifications such as OCI Architect or OCI Developer Certifications
• IAT Level II certification such as Security+ or CISSP Certifications

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people‑first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.