Senior Enterprise Cloud & Network Architect (Multi-Cloud)

VT Group (VTG); Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

VT Group (VTG) is seeking an experienced Network Architect to design, standardize, and evolve enterprise-scale cloud and network architectures for a government program.

You will develop architecture roadmaps, collaborate with engineering teams to build secure, scalable infrastructure, and evaluate emerging technologies to align with mission goals. The role requires a TS clearance with polygraph and 11+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Top Secret Clearance with Polygraph
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• 11+ years of relevant experience in network engineering, systems engineering, or architecture roles
• Strong experience with Python, automation, and systems design
• Deep understanding of cloud technologies including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, IBM, and Oracle
• Experience designing scalable enterprise-level systems and network architectures
• Strong knowledge of modern programming and scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, and Bash
• Experience with configuration management tools such as Puppet, Salt, Terraform, or Chef
• Experience working with container technologies including Docker and Kubernetes
• Ability to work independently and drive technical initiatives to completion

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain enterprise network and cloud architecture standards across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, IBM, and Oracle environments
• Develop high-level system specifications and architecture models supporting complex enterprise applications
• Provide strategic direction and roadmap development for enterprise network and system architecture evolution
• Collaborate with engineering teams to design scalable, secure, and automated infrastructure solutions
• Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their impact on enterprise architecture and mission requirements
• Support the full Systems Engineering Lifecycle (SELC) for infrastructure and network modernization initiatives
• Develop and maintain architecture documentation, standards, and reference models
• Integrate automation, infrastructure-as-code, and configuration management practices into architectural designs
• Support development of future-state enterprise technology strategies aligned to customer mission goals
• Ensure alignment of network and system architectures with security, performance, and operational requirements

Skills

Python

Automation

Systems design

Java

JavaScript

Bash

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Puppet

Salt

Terraform

Chef

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

VT Group (VTG) is seeking an experienced Network Architect to design, standardize, and evolve enterprise-scale cloud and network architectures for a government program.

You will develop architecture roadmaps, collaborate with engineering teams to build secure, scalable infrastructure, and evaluate emerging technologies to align with mission goals. The role requires a TS clearance with polygraph and 11+ years of relevant experience.