Cloud Architect

Job Family:Operational EffectivenessTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Top Secret (TS)What You Will Do:Lead the design, implementation, optimization, and operational management of secure, scalable, and extensible cloud architectures, infrastructure services, data flows, identity management capabilities, recovery processes, and platform operations that support mission and business requirements. Design partner data flows; document threat models, visibility, and failure behavior comprehensively.Implement approved connectivity and cloud choices with reproducible evidence of protection.Operate Proxmox services; maintain backups, recovery, identity, and logs diligently and consistently.Accept isolation zones for collectors, sanitization, and identity mapping securely.Train substitutes; exercise restores; verify protections before exchanges resume reliably.Coordinate endpoint and network specialists; retain operational ownership post‑handover effectively.Provide GPU server identity and storage path acceptance conditions appropriately.Lead traffic‑analysis assessments; report residual exposure candidly to mission leadership.What You Will Need:Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD “TOP SECRET” security clearanceBachelor's Degree SIX (6)+ years of relevant experienceWhat Would Be Nice To Have:Master's Degree in a related discipline.Experience in intelligence, national security, defense, technology, or private‑sector mission environments.Experience developing strategic plans, assessments, technical products, or operational frameworks.Experience working across organizations and integrating diverse stakeholder requirements.Familiarity with data analytics, AI/ML, knowledge management, or operational planning.Experience supporting executive decision‑making and governance processes.Experience leading teams, projects, programs, or technical initiatives.Demonstrated ability to improve processes, methodologies, and mission outcomes.Demonstrated experience performing responsibilities directly related to the position.Ability to work in complex, multidisciplinary environments.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Experience coordinating with senior leaders, technical experts, or operational stakeholders.Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality results.The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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