Solutions Architect

**Job Description: ** Type of Requisition: Regular **Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: ** Top Secret/SCI **Clearance Level Must Be Able To Obtain: ** Top Secret/SCI **Public Trust/Other Required: ** None **Job Family: ** Software Engineering **Skills: ** Job Qualifications: Collaboration, Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Terraform (Software), Windows Azure Cloud **Certifications: ** None **Experience: ** 10 + years of related experience **US Citizenship Required: ** Yes **Job Description: ** OUR COMPANY Iron EagleX (IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), delivers agile IT and Intelligence solutions. Combining small‑team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user‑focused solutions that help organizations operate smarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments. YOUR IMPACT Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of War’s mission to keep our country safe and secure. JOB DESCRIPTION The Solutions Architect position is in support of HQSOCOM at MacDill AFB . This position is expected to run through approximately January 2027. Duration is subject to change based on business needs. MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT As a Solutions Architect , you will play a multifaceted role developing and implementing platform and infrastructure solutions while managing Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and Configuration-as-Code (CaC) processes. You will ensure smooth and efficient implementation of complex systems, diagnose and resolve technical issues, and collaborate across teams to meet mission and project requirements within scope, time, and budget constraints. This role requires exceptional problem‑solving ability, strong communication skills, and deep expertise in systems architecture, emerging technologies, and enterprise‑level cloud environments. JOB DUTIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO) Design, develop, and implement scalable and reliable platform and infrastructure solutions that meet enterprise mission requirements Collaborate with stakeholders to assess technology and business needs, evaluate solution options, and recommend optimal architectures Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring alignment with best practices and standards Partner with business development teams to identify new opportunities, support proposal development, and participate in customer engagements Work closely with project managers and mission partners to ensure delivery within established scope, timeline, and budget Conduct research and evaluation of emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks to ensure solutions align with industry best practices Participate in prototype development to validate solution feasibility REQUIRED SKILLS Minimum 5 years of experience designing and implementing platform and infrastructure solutions for large‑scale enterprise applications Strong expertise in cloud computing, virtualization, containerization, networking, and security Proven experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform Familiarity with DevOps tools and methodologies including CI/CD, automation, and monitoring Proficiency with IaC and CaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, Chef, Puppet) Experience with version control tools such as Git or SVN Scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell) Knowledge of containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes Strong understanding of cloud networking and security Experience designing highly available, scalable, and fault‑tolerant systems using IaC/CaC Experience with Agile and DevOps practices Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills Ability to work independently and in fast‑paced, dynamic environments Desired Skills: USSOCOM/SOF experience preferred WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED Clearance: Active TS/SCI required Experience: 12 years of related experience, including 5 years specialized Education: BS in Engineering or related technical field (relevant experience may substitute) Certifications: Security+ CE or other 8570 certification required; AWS or Azure Cloud Professional certification preferred Role Requirements: Onsite work at MacDill AFB Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible IEX/GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At IEX/GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth: AI‑powered career tools for development and advancement Support: Internal mobility team dedicated to career success Rewards: Comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, 401K with company match, competitive pay, and PTO Community: Award‑winning culture of innovation and military‑friendly values OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career at IEX/GDIT and discover endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for mission success. #iexjobs Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans The likely salary range for this position is $140,250 - $189,750. 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 None Telecommuting Options Onsite Work Location USA FL MacDill AFB Total Rewards At GDIT Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. Our Identity Verification Process As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes. About Our Work We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr