Lead Cloud Architect

Job Summary Maximus is seeking a Lead Cloud Architect with extensive experience designing, integrating, and leading enterprise‑scale multi‑cloud environments for Department of Defense missions. Proven ability to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient cloud architectures aligned with Government‑led strategies and DoD compliance frameworks. Expert in multi‑cloud integration, DevSecOps enablement, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and cloud security architecture, supporting mission‑critical operations across multiple Impact Levels. Owns the technical vision and architecture for the A1 Multi‑Cloud Ecosystem, ensuring scalability, resilience, and integration of cloud service providers and enterprise services. Responsibilities Serve as senior technical authority for enterprise cloud architecture, ensuring alignment with Government strategy, mission objectives, and Contractor Program Management Lead (PML) Design and govern multi‑cloud architecture (Azure, AWS, GovCloud); develop scalable multi‑account and multi‑tenant architectures, including hub‑and‑spoke models and governance controls Lead CSP integration and platform modernization, including identity, networking, shared services, and architectural roadmaps Define and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) strategies for automated provisioning, configuration management, and lifecycle operations Establish architecture standards, patterns, and guardrails Ensure interoperability across mission systems and enterprise platforms Provide technical oversight for engineering and DevSecOps teams to ensure integrated, secure, automated software delivery Design high‑availability and resilient cloud solutions to meet performance requirements including uptime, scalability, and low latency Oversee development and documentation of test plans related to the multicloud ecosystem Lead implementation of disaster recovery architectures, including cross‑region replication and continuity of operations strategies Develop and enforce cloud security architecture aligned with RMF, NIST 800‑53, FedRAMP, and DISA requirements Develop and maintain architecture documentation including system diagrams, technical specifications, and SOPs Support Government decision‑making through technical analysis, briefings, and advisory recommendations Qualifications Active Secret security clearance required 8+ years enterprise architecture and cloud solutions experience Cloud architect certification (AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience designing DoD reference architectures in government‑owned enterprise cloud ecosystems (e.g., Cloud One, Platform One) Active IAT/IAM LevelII certification Ability to commute as needed to the work site in San Antonio, Texas Preferred Skills and Qualifications Expertise in hybrid/multi‑cloud networking, identity federation (Zero Trust), and cloud security architecture and compliance (RMF, FedRAMP, DISA) Recent experience with DevSecOps pipelines and automated deployment strategies, including zero‑downtime and blue/green deployment best practices Experience with API‑first architectures and microservices Familiarity with data platforms, AI/ML integration, and analytics pipelines Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) technologies (Terraform, CloudFormation) Knowledge of FinOps and cloud cost optimization practices Strong engagement and executive‑level technical communication with internal and external stakeholders Location & Security This role is hybrid at our San Antonio office and requires a Secret security clearance. Ability to commute as needed to the work site in San Antonio, Texas. Internal Job Profile Code TCS034, T4, Band7 EEO Statement Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Salary $170,000.00 – $190,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr MAXIMUS