Systems Engineering Lead/Cloud Architect

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

CVP is seeking a Systems Engineering Lead / Cloud Architect to provide technical leadership for hybrid cloud integration, infrastructure management, and engineering support services for the DHS. This position is responsible for designing, operating, and evolving a secure, FedRAMP-compliant hybrid cloud environment spanning AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and Microsoft 365 GCC/GCC High, while ensuring alignment with DHS Enterprise Architecture standards, FISMA requirements, and applicable NIST cybersecurity guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities including architecture design, integration, and ongoing management of hybrid cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, Microsoft 365 GCC/GCC High).
• Ensure all architectures meet FedRAMP authorization requirements and DHS Enterprise Architecture standards.
• Design and implement cloud-based backup, disaster recovery (DR), and continuity of operations (COOP) solutions, including red-green deployments, automated failover, and cross-region replication.
• Lead and mentor a team of cloud and infrastructure engineers supporting DHS.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including architecture diagrams, runbooks, and configuration management plans.
• Collaborate with the IT O&M Lead to ensure seamless DevSecOps-to-operations handoffs and pipeline integrity.
• Support AI and automation integration within secure cloud enclaves in alignment with DHS security policies.
• Interface with DHS security stakeholders for Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes, continuous monitoring, and vulnerability remediation.
• Establish and track infrastructure KPIs and operational metrics aligned to program SLAs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or a related STEM field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of systems engineering and cloud architecture experience, with at least 4 years in a federal government environment.
• Hands-on experience designing and managing FedRAMP-authorized hybrid cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and federal cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible) and CI/CD pipeline management.
• Demonstrated experience with zero-downtime deployment strategies (blue-green, canary, rolling releases).

Security Clearance

• Must be eligible to obtain a DHS Public Trust (US Citizenship Required)

Certifications

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional) OR Microsoft Azure Administrator / Solutions Architect — Highly Preferred
• CISSP or CompTIA Security+ CE

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior DHS, USCIS, or DHS technical delivery experience.
• Experience integrating AI/ML workloads into secure federal cloud environments.
• Familiarity with Impact Level 4 (IL-4) / IL-5 cloud environments and air-gapped deployment scenarios.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 GCC High environments and related security configurations.

Please note this role is pending program award. 

 

About CVP

 

CVP is an award-winning healthcare and next-gen technology and consulting services firm solving critical problems for healthcare, national security, and public sector clients. We help organizations achieve lasting transformation.

 

CVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to actively recruiting individuals and providing advancement opportunities based on merit and legitimate job qualifications. We ensure that all associates receive equal opportunities based on their personal qualifications and job requirements. CVP strictly prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.

 

At CVP, we cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all associated. We are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone can grow both personally and professionally.