Principal AWS GovCloud Solutions Architect

Unity Technologies Corporation; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityTec is seeking a Principal AWS GovCloud Solutions Architect to lead the architecture, deployment and secure operation of AWS GovCloud for DoD workloads at IL4/IL5. The role combines hands-on cloud design with senior DoD cloud-security expertise.

The successful candidate will drive cloud governance, automation, and security readiness across a highly regulated federal environment, onsite at Fort Belvoir, VA.

Qualifications

• Must have AWS GovCloud architecture experience.
• Senior DoD cloud-security expertise.
• Active security clearances and related standards knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the technical architecture, design, and deployment of AWS GovCloud environments for Development, Test, and Production workloads.
• Architect enterprise cloud solutions using AWS GovCloud capabilities including VPC peering, Direct Connect, and IAM role governance.
• Establish and sustain Secure Cloud Computing Architecture compliance with DoD SRG, DISA STIGs, and DLA enterprise architecture.

Skills

AWS GovCloud

Security Compliance

DoD Cloud Security

Cloud Architecture

IA/IL4-IL5

Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Principal AWS GovCloud Solutions Architect

• Information Technology

Company Overview

UnityTec is an SBA-certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering high-impact professional and technical services to government agencies. With deep expertise in Industrial and Enterprise Systems Modernization, FIAR (Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness), Industrial Facility Transformation, Program and Project Management, Enterprise Support and Consulting, and Advanced Analytics, we empower organizations to modernize operations and advance mission priorities. Our disciplined approach—grounded in dedicated talent, proactive planning, rigorous quality assurance, agile methodologies, cost-effective delivery, and uncompromising ethics—positions UnityTec as a trusted partner committed to achieving measurable, enduring results for our clients.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Principal AWS GovCloud Solutions Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate should combine hands‑on AWS GovCloud architecture with senior DoD cloud‑security expertise. You will lead the architecture, deployment, and secure operation of AWS GovCloud environments supporting the mission‑critical Dev, Test, and Production workloads at DoD Impact Levels 4 and 5. The successful candidate will drive cloud governance, automation, security compliance, and technical readiness across a highly regulated federal cloud environment. This is an onsite position available in Fort Belvoir, VA.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

AWS GovCloud Architecture & Engineering

• Define and lead the technical architecture, design, and deployment of AWS GovCloud environments for Development, Test, and Production workloads. Architect enterprise cloud solutions using AWS GovCloud capabilities, including VPC peering, Direct Connect, and IAM role governance.

Secure Cloud Compliance & Authorization Readiness

• Establish and sustain Secure Cloud Computing Architecture compliance, continuous readiness, and alignment with the DoD Cloud Computing SRG, DISA STIGs, and DLA enterprise architecture. Lead security‑focused design decisions for IL4/IL5 cloud hosting.

Cloud Security Architecture & Controls Integration

• Design and integrate the SCCA security stack, including VDSS/VDMS integration, and support implementation of required security services and controls. Ensure the environment supports DoD and DLA cybersecurity policies, monitoring, and vulnerability‑management needs.

Scalability, Resilience & Operational Readiness

• Establish automated scaling and architecture patterns that enable reliable, continuously ready cloud services. Support a hosting environment that must maintain a consistent state of readiness 24x7x365.

Cloud Governance & Configuration Management

• Establish governance for cloud architecture, infrastructure changes, connections, and technical requirements. Ensure changes, patches, and reconfigurations are coordinated with the PMO and sustainment organizations before implementation.

Technical Leadership & Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the senior technical leader for cloud hosting architecture, translating mission and technical requirements into implementable designs. Produce technical reports, implementation documentation, and briefings; maintain effective communication through infrastructure and organizational transitions.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have an active AWS Certified Solutions Architect- Professional
• Must have an active Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) -OR- a CompTIA SecurityX / CASP+
• A minimum of eight (8) years of cloud architecture/engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field of study.

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess, at a minimum, a current DoD Secret clearance.

UnityTec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.