Cloud Architect / Developer SME

Job#: 3034389

Job Description:
Cloud Architect / Developer SME

Location: Washington, District of Columbia (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview

We are seeking a Cloud Architect / Developer SME to design, build, and secure large-scale Azure Government environments that support mission-critical federal systems. This role involves architecting secure and scalable cloud infrastructures, implementing security controls, and guiding engineering teams on cloud best practices.

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, or Bicep to ensure consistent, FedRAMP-compliant environments.
• Implement Azure AD, RBAC, least-privilege, encryption, and NIST-aligned security controls.
• Apply DISA STIGs and CIS benchmarks; lead architecture reviews and documentation.
• Drive FinOps optimization and guide engineering teams on cloud best practices.
• Migrate unclassified systems to Azure Government and secret environments to the Azure Secret Cloud.
• Modernize systems with a focus on Platform as a Service (PaaS) and cloud-native solutions where possible.
• Utilize the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and the Azure Well-Architected Framework.

Required Qualifications

Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, or equivalent experience.

Experience: 10+ years of cloud engineering or architecture experience, including work with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and the Azure Well-Architected Framework.

Technical Skills: Expertise in Azure, Terraform/Bicep, networking, automation, and security. Familiarity with Ansible, PowerShell DSC, and modern development tools and languages is also required.

Certifications: One or more of the following: Azure Architect, Azure Engineer, CISSP, or equivalent.

Security Clearance: Must possess and maintain an active Secret or higher clearance.

Citizenship: ship is required.

Company Overview

We are a global technology and professional services company delivering consulting, technology, and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Our experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber, and application development.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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