Cloud Architect - National Capital Region (NCR); Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph

Cloud Architect Location: Northern Capital Region Job Type: Full-Time; Work Location: On-site; Position contingent upon award. Responsibilities Design and implement secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud architectures Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions aligned with enterprise goals Migrate legacy systems to cloud-based infrastructure while minimizing disruption Integrate cloud platforms with on-premises systems in hybrid environments Ensure compliance with cloud security and regulatory standards Manage infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform and CloudFormation Optimize cloud resources for performance and cost efficiency Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to deliver end-to-end cloud solutions Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field 6+ years of IT experience, with at least 3 years focused on cloud architecture and design Experience with IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and hybrid cloud environments Familiarity with AWS, Azure, GCP, or similar cloud platforms (certifications preferred) Strong understanding of cloud security principles and compliance frameworks Proven experience with DevOps practices and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation) Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences Preferred Qualifications Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional Architect Experience migrating mission-critical applications to the cloud Knowledge of federal security and compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST) Background working with multi-disciplinary government or IC teams Education And Experience Requirements Entry Level HS/GED + 6 years experience Associate's + 4 years experience Bachelor's + 2 years experience Master's degree (experience may be substituted as appropriate) Journeyman Level HS/GED + 8 years experience Associate's + 6 years experience Bachelor's + 4 years experience Master's + 2 years experience Senior Level HS/GED + 10 years experience Associate's + 8 years experience Bachelor's + 6 years experience Master's + 4 years experience PhD + 2 years experience Expert / Master Level HS/GED + 12 years experience Associate's + 10 years experience Bachelor's + 8 years experience Master's + 6 years experience PhD + 4 years experience Join a mission-driven team advancing secure and modernized cloud infrastructure across federal systems. Apply today and become part of Synertex's legacy of innovation, leadership, and excellence. #J-18808-Ljbffr Synertex LLC