Remote Defense Cloud Solutions Architect

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 131,300 - 177,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Sign-on bonuses/RSUs

Paid time off

Job summary

Amazon Web Services, Inc. is seeking a Solutions Architect to lead defense-sector cloud adoption and modernization initiatives.

You will own solution design across AI/ML, HPC, digital engineering, and data platforms on AWS, engaging with partners to drive successful cloud journeys and compliance with FedRAMP, CMMC, and other DoD requirements. The role requires strong communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders, Top Secret or higher clearance, and up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of design, implementation, or consulting in applications and infrastructures experience.
• 4+ years of specific technology domain areas (e.g. software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking, data & analytics) experience.
• 3+ years of infrastructure architecture, database architecture and networking experience.
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret or above

Responsibilities

• Own technical strategy and solution architecture for defense-sector partners undergoing cloud adoption, modernization, and digital transformation
• Deliver end-to-end solution designs spanning AI/ML, HPC, digital engineering, advanced manufacturing systems, and data platforms on AWS
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to partner teams, building relationships and proactively identifying opportunities to advance their cloud journey
• Bring defense industry knowledge to engagements — understanding mission-−critical workflows, compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, CMMC, DoD SRG, ITAR), and operational constraints unique to A&D partners
• Develop and deliver technical content, capture best-practice knowledge, and contribute to the AWS Solutions Architect community
• Collaborate with sales, business development, and senior architects to drive architectural decisions and ensure AWS is positioned as the strategic platform of choice

Skills

Solutions architecture

Cloud computing

Infrastructure

Security

Networking

Data & analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Amazon Web Services, Inc. is seeking a Solutions Architect to lead defense-sector cloud adoption and modernization initiatives.

You will own solution design across AI/ML, HPC, digital engineering, and data platforms on AWS, engaging with partners to drive successful cloud journeys and compliance with FedRAMP, CMMC, and other DoD requirements. The role requires strong communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders, Top Secret or higher clearance, and up to 25% travel.