Cloud Solutions Architect

Cloud Solutions Architect

Location: Chantilly, VA

Clearance: Top Secret clearance

The Cloud Solutions Architect (AI Integration) provides expert leadership in designing and guiding secure, scalable cloud and hybrid technology solutions that support advanced AI capabilities. This role shapes long term architecture strategies, ensures systems work reliably across multiple environments, and helps the organization safely adopt modern AI and cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of secure cloud and hybrid architectures that support AI workloads and enterprise systems.
• Develop technology roadmaps and standards that guide long term cloud and AI strategy.
• Ensure systems across cloud, on prem, and multi enclave environments integrate smoothly and securely.
• Establish best practices for automation, Infrastructure as Code, and DevSecOps processes.
• Support governance for AI models and data to ensure compliance and responsible use.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that enhance performance and security.
• Guide modernization and cloud migration efforts across legacy environments.
• Advise leadership on technical risks, opportunities, and strategic decisions.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience
• Experience in cloud architecture, engineering, or related technical leadership roles.
• Deep expertise with major cloud platforms and hybrid/on prem environments.
• Strong understanding of secure architecture frameworks, including zero trust.
• Experience supporting AI/ML workloads and high performance compute environments.
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code and DevSecOps toolsets.
• Strong communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts for leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in classified or multi enclave environments.
• Cloud architecture certifications (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Background with AI/ML platforms, data engineering, or HPC systems.
• Advanced degree in a related technical field.

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance required

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $180,000 to $210,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.