Senior Cloud Solutions Architect – Azure Gov & DoD

Torch Technologies; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Torch Technologies is seeking a seasoned Cloud Solutions Architect to support the Joint Staff J7 JTSD. Based in Suffolk, VA, the role focuses on migrating J7 simulation, training, and modeling federations into Microsoft Azure under JWCC, coordinating with government stakeholders and architects.

Required: 8+ years in cloud engineering (DoD focus), Azure IaC with Terraform/Azure Bicep, DoD clearance, and strong collaboration skills. Travel 0-10% and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related technical field with 8+ years of experience (or 6+ years with a Master’s).
• 5+ years of hands‑on Azure cloud infra design and management (Azure Government/DoD IL4-IL6).
• Proven IaC production experience with Terraform, Azure Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Experience with Azure Virtual Networks, NSGs, ExpressRoute/VPN, and Azure Firewall.
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II/III baseline certification required.

Responsibilities

• Architect and oversee enterprise cloud infrastructure in Azure Government environments.
• Lead the migration of JLVC training software to containerized/ cloud services (AKS).
• Drive Zero Trust across all Azure networking, storage, and compute boundaries.
• Develop IaC standards and blueprints; collaborate with Government leads and division architects.
• Ensure compliance with JWCC, DoD SRG, and contract requirements.

Skills

Cloud architecture design

Terraform

Azure Bicep

ARM templates

Azure Government / DoD IL4-IL6

Security+ / CISSP

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

AKS

Job description

Torch Technologies is seeking a seasoned Cloud Solutions Architect to support the Joint Staff J7 JTSD. Based in Suffolk, VA, the role focuses on migrating J7 simulation, training, and modeling federations into Microsoft Azure under JWCC, coordinating with government stakeholders and architects.

Required: 8+ years in cloud engineering (DoD focus), Azure IaC with Terraform/Azure Bicep, DoD clearance, and strong collaboration skills. Travel 0-10% and competitive salary.