Senior Cloud Architect — Mission-Critical Cloud Solutions

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT); Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) in Tampa, FL, seeks a Cloud Architect to own and advance cloud deployments that support mission-critical systems. You will design scalable, secure cloud architectures and collaborate with software engineers, data scientists, and engineers to optimize workflows and ensure rapid deployment of capabilities for the DoW client in Tampa.

The role requires 5–10+ years in cloud architecture, proficiency with IaC, and strong security knowledge, including

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of cloud architecture, design, and implementation experience in enterprise or mission-critical environments.
• Proficient in designing, deploying, and managing virtual networks, compute resources, and cloud storage solutions.
• Experience with IaaS, PaaS, and event-driven computing models.
• Strong knowledge of network security, IAM, and compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST).
• Hands-on with load balancing, traffic management, and distributed systems.
• Familiar with IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration with software engineers, data scientists, and data engineers.
• Strong communication skills to translate requirements into cloud solutions.

Responsibilities

• Designs and defines Cloud Solutions architecture for new or existing cloud systems and services.
• Collaborate with software engineers and data teams to optimize workflows and data processing.
• Develop innovative cloud-based solutions addressing performance, scalability, and security.
• Design and implement scalable, secure architectures using cloud technologies and services.

Skills

Cloud Based Solutions

Cloud Solutions

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred; experience may be substituted in lieu of degree

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) in Tampa, FL, seeks a Cloud Architect to own and advance cloud deployments that support mission-critical systems. You will design scalable, secure cloud architectures and collaborate with software engineers, data scientists, and engineers to optimize workflows and ensure rapid deployment of capabilities for the DoW client in Tampa.

The role requires 5–10+ years in cloud architecture, proficiency with IaC, and strong security knowledge, including