Cloud Architect

Concept Plus, LLC

Cloud Architect for Concept Plus, supporting IT modernization initiatives across federal agencies. Leading cloud architecture design and DevSecOps implementation for secure and efficient systems.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDockerKubernetes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and lead the cloud architecture strategy aligning to client modernization goals and mission priorities
Design and implement hybrid cloud architectures integrating Cloud One, DISA environments, and on-premise systems
Architect and optimize DevSecOps pipelines to support automated, secure, and continuous delivery across environments
Lead the design of data architectures and integration pipelines, enabling ingestion, transformation, and utilization of maintenance and operational data
Establish and enforce cloud governance, security, and compliance frameworks, including RMF, NIST 800-53, and STIG requirements
Collaborate with development, DevSecOps, cybersecurity, and operations teams to ensure architectural alignment and delivery efficiency
Evaluate current-state architecture and define target-state modernization roadmaps, including phased migration strategies
Support performance optimization, cost management, and system resilience across cloud environments
Provide technical guidance during design reviews, architecture boards, and program-level decision-making

Requirements

What you’ll need

Secret – Fully Cleared Only, must confirm clearance is active
Client 8140 intermediate certification or client 8570 IAM Level II certifications or higher
US Citizens Only
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
5–7 years of experience in cloud architecture, system architecture, or enterprise IT design, preferably within client environments.
Experience designing and implementing solutions in Cloud One, AWS, Azure Government, or similar environments
Strong understanding of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline architecture
Experience with hybrid cloud and distributed system architectures
Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of version control systems (Git-based workflows)
Familiarity with client cybersecurity frameworks (RMF, STIGs, NIST 800-53)

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
paid life insurance
paid time off
11 paid holidays
performance bonuses
tuition reimbursement
unlimited training
opportunity to thrive in a collaborative, flexible, and innovative environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

cloud architectureDevSecOpsCI/CD pipeline architecturehybrid cloud architecturedata architectureintegration pipelinescontainerizationorchestration technologiesversion control systemsperformance optimization

Soft Skills

leadershipcollaborationtechnical guidancecommunicationorganizational skills

Certifications

Secret clearanceClient 8140 intermediate certificationClient 8570 IAM Level II certificationBachelor’s degree in ITMaster’s degree in IT