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Senior Solutions Cloud Architect

Reston, VA, US • Posted 4 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago

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Skills

Managed Services
Operational Excellence
Design Patterns
Cloud Architecture
Service Level
Continuous Monitoring
Design Architecture
Operational Efficiency
Storage
Network
Real-time
Cost Management
Performance Monitoring
Innovation
Design Automation
Emerging Technologies
Stakeholder Engagement
IT Management
Presentations
Mentorship
Microsoft Exchange
Computer Science
Information Systems
CISSP
Cisco Certifications
IT Architecture
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud
Google Cloud Platform
Regulatory Compliance
FISMA
NIST 800-53
Migration
Terraform
Orchestration
Kubernetes
Customer Experience
Acquisition
Authorization
FedRAMP
IT Operations
Software Engineering
Scrum
SAFE
Agile
DevSecOps
Continuous Integration and Development
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Cloud Management
Cyber Security
Communication
Writing
Collaboration
Program Management
Business Development
Multitasking
Software Development
IT Infrastructure
Cloud Computing
Data Center Consolidation
Optimization
Budget
Security Clearance
PASS
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: 2611623

Location: Reston, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-04-21

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Cloud Comp Engr

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 25% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_HYBRID

Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced Senior Solutions Cloud Architect to support a large-scale federal cloud services program delivering enterprise-wide IT infrastructure, modernization and managed services. This program encompasses multiple service level agreements supporting mission-critical federal systems with emphasis on multi-cloud integration, infrastructure optimization, and operational excellence.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Cloud Architect will serve as a technical leader responsible for designing and implementing enterprise cloud architectures across multiple cloud service provider environments. This role requires deep expertise in multi-cloud integration, cloud-native design patterns, and federal compliance frameworks. The architect will drive technical excellence through innovative approaches to cloud optimization, migration execution, and operational performance while ensuring alignment with federal agency strategic objectives.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Multi-Cloud Architecture & Design:

Design scalable, secure, and cost-optimized architectures spanning multiple cloud service providers
Develop cloud-native and hybrid architecture patterns supporting large-scale federal enterprise systems
Create reference architectures for infrastructure-as-code (IaC) deployment using industry-standard tools
Establish architectural governance frameworks ensuring consistency across multiple service level agreements
Design integration patterns for federal enterprise toolsets and monitoring platforms

Federal Compliance & Security:

Ensure all architectures meet FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST 800-53 requirements
Design security architectures incorporating zero-trust principles and continuous monitoring
Architect solutions supporting federal cybersecurity program requirements
Develop authorization acceleration strategies leveraging inherited controls and automation
Design architecture supporting continuous diagnostics and monitoring capabilities

Migration & Modernization:

Architect cloud migration approaches using proven methodologies and best practices
Design migration maturity models from lift-and-shift through cloud-native transformation
Develop automated discovery, assessment, and migration tooling architectures
Create architectural patterns supporting multiple migration strategies (rehost, replatform, refactor, repurchase, retire, retain)
Design rollback and resilience patterns minimizing migration risk

Performance & Optimization:

Architect frameworks driving cost optimization and operational efficiency
Design monitoring and observability architectures addressing operational challenges
Develop automated optimization frameworks for computer, storage, and network resources
Create architecture supports real-time visibility and cost management
Design performance monitoring architectures ensuring service quality

Innovation & Technical Leadership:

Architect solutions leveraging federal agency cloud frameworks and standards
Design automation frameworks achieving measurable operational improvements
Develop integration patterns for containerization and serverless computing
Create architectural approaches for DevSecOps and CI/CD pipeline implementation
Design solutions incorporating emerging technologies where appropriate

Stakeholder Engagement:

Present architectural designs to federal agency IT leadership and technical stakeholders
Collaborating with customer strategy working groups on technical requirements
Develop architectural artifacts for customer presentations and technical exchanges
Provide technical mentorship to development and operations teams
Participate in technical exchange meetings with federal stakeholders

Qualifications
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EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (master's preferred) and 17 years of experience. Will accept an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
AWS Solutions Architect Professional certification required
Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification required
Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification required
Security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent) strongly preferred
Technical Experience:
10+ years of enterprise IT architecture experience with 5+ years focused on cloud technologies
Demonstrated expertise architecting solutions across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
Deep experience with federal compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST 800-53)
Proven experience architecting large-scale cloud migrations (1000+ workloads preferred)
Strong background in infrastructure-as-code using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools
Experience with container orchestration (Kubernetes, OpenShift, ECS, AKS, GKE)
Expertise in DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline architecture
Knowledge of cloud cost optimization strategies and operational best practices

Federal Sector Experience:

Active federal government client experience required
Understanding of federal acquisition regulations and contract performance
Experience with federal authorization processes (ATO, FedRAMP)
Familiarity with federal organizational structures and IT operations
Advanced knowledge of software engineering principles, methods, and techniques to include Agile/Scrum, SAFe/Agile, DevSecOps, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) methods
Hands-on experience architecting in multiple technical domains including IT infrastructure, cloud management, cybersecurity, and digital transformation
Must have excellent communication and writing skills with the ability to produce finished technical content for delivery to customers and meet with them regarding technical solutions and capabilities
Must have a track record of working in a team-based environment through effective collaboration with program management, business development, operations teams, and other stakeholders
Must be able to multi-task across several concurrent technical efforts and priorities
Must be able to identify and coordinate technical staff to support solution development and implementation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience with large-scale federal IT infrastructure or cloud services programs
Experience architecting solutions in highly regulated, mission-critical environments
Knowledge of federal cloud governance models and multi-cloud frameworks
Background in large-scale data center consolidation or infrastructure optimization initiatives
Experience with advanced monitoring and observability platforms
Familiarity with federal budget cycles and their impact on technical planning

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to obtain and maintain federal agency Public Trust clearance
Must pass comprehensive background investigation
U.S. Citizenship required

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2611623
Posted 4 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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