Azure Cloud Architect / Developer SME

Cloud Architect / Developer SME

GDIT is seeking a Cloud Architect / Developer SME to design, build, and secure large-scale Azure Government environments supporting mission-critical federal systems. Key Responsibilities

• Architect secure, scalable Azure GovCloud infrastructures and network connectivity
• Design cloud-native data platforms, pipelines, and analytics architectures.
• Automate cloud provisioning with Terraform/ARM/Bicep; ensure consistent, FedRAMP-compliant environments
• Implement Azure AD, RBAC, least-privilege, encryption, and NIST-aligned security controls
• Apply DISA STIGs/CIS benchmarks and lead architecture reviews/documentation
• Drive FinOps optimization and guide engineering teams on cloud best practices
• Migrate and modernize with config-level changes
• Push toward Platform as a Service (PaaS) and cloud-native where possible
• Replatform if the application can leverage Azure PaaS
• Rehost using Azure Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) if the application can't leverage Azure PaaS
• Use Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and the Azure Well-Architected Framework

Requirements: Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, or equivalent experience Experience: 10+ years cloud engineering/architecture experience, with at least 5+ years of experience with Azure-specific work

• Experience leading teams of 5 or more
• Experience with Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and the Azure Well-Architected Framework
• Strong Azure, Terraform/Bicep, networking, automation, and security expertise
• Familiarity with Ansible, PowerShell DSC, and modern development tools/languages
• Must be able to interface with and present to government officials at all levels

Required Certification(s): (Must possess or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire at least one of the following)

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
• -or- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional

Clearance: Must possess and maintain an Active Secret or higher clearance US Citizenship Required Location: Remote

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation

The likely salary range for this position is $170,144 - $212,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: 10-25% Telecommuting Options: Remote Work Location: Any Location / Remote