Cloud Architect

General Dynamics Information Technology

Cloud Architect designing secure Azure Government environments for GDIT, a technology and professional-services provider to U.S. government agencies.

Posted 8/9/2026full-timeWashington, D.C. • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $169,604 - $229,464 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and securing Azure Government environments, implementing cloud-native architectures, and optimizing cloud operations through FinOps. Proficient in automation and security best practices, with a strong focus on compliance and governance.

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Azure Government ArchitectureTerraform AutomationCloud Security ImplementationMicrosoft Cloud Adoption Framework10+ Years Cloud Engineering Experience

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Hard Skills

AzureTerraformBicepNetworkingAutomationSecurity ExpertisePaaSIaaSData PlatformsAnalytics Architectures

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationDocumentation

Tools & Technologies

Azure Well-Architected FrameworkAnsiblePowerShell DSCNIST Security ControlsDISA STIGsCIS Benchmarks

Certifications & Qualifications

Azure ArchitectAzure EngineerCISSP

Industry Keywords

Federal SystemsFinOps OptimizationCloud Best PracticesSpectrum Management SystemsSecret Clearance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAzureCloudTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and secure large-scale Azure Government environments supporting mission-critical federal systems
Architect secure, scalable Azure GovCloud infrastructures and network connectivity
Design cloud-native data platforms, pipelines, and analytics architectures
Automate cloud provisioning with Terraform, ARM, and Bicep
Implement Azure AD, RBAC, least-privilege, encryption, and NIST-aligned security controls
Apply DISA STIGs and CIS benchmarks
Lead architecture reviews and documentation
Drive FinOps optimization and guide engineering teams on cloud best practices
Migrate NTIA’s Unclassified Spectrum Management Systems to Azure Government
Migrate the NTIA Secret environment to the Azure Secret Cloud
Enhance the security and administration of Spectrum IT systems operations
Migrate and modernize with configuration-level changes
Advance Platform as a Service (PaaS) and cloud-native adoption
Replatform applications that can leverage Azure PaaS
Rehost applications using Azure Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) when PaaS is unsuitable
Use the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework and Azure Well-Architected Framework
Leverage the NTIA FSDS IL5 tenant based on the single-tenant architecture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Technical training, certification(s), degree, or equivalent experience
10+ years of cloud engineering/architecture experience
Experience with Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework and Azure Well-Architected Framework
Strong Azure, Terraform/Bicep, networking, automation, and security expertise
Familiarity with Ansible, PowerShell DSC, and modern development tools/languages
One or more certifications required, such as Azure Architect, Azure Engineer, or CISSP
Must possess and maintain an active Secret or higher clearance
US citizenship required
Must work hybrid in Washington, D.C., 3 days a week on-site

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan with pre-tax and post-tax contributions up to IRS annual limits and company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Vacation, sick, and personal time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
Typically 15 days of paid leave per calendar year
10 paid holidays per year
Up to 160 hours of paid family leave in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance
Identity verification process using advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence