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 NTIA's Unclassified Spectrum Management Systems to Azure Government
• Migrate the NTIA Secret environment to the Azure Secret Cloud
• Enhance the security and administration of Spectrum IT systems operations.
• 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
• Leverage the NTIA FSDS IL5 tenant based on the single tenant architect

Requirements: Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, or equivalent experience Experience: 10+ years cloud engineering/architecture experience

• 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

Certification(s): One or more required certifications (Azure Architect, Azure Engineer, CISSP, etc.) Clearance: Must possess and maintain an Active Secret or higher clearance US Citizenship Required Location: Hybrid in Washington, D.C. (3 days on-site)

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace