Cloud Solutions Architect

RESTON, VA, US • Posted 9 hours ago • Updated 9 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

SAIC

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Job Details

Skills

Science
Software Development
Estimating
Design Documentation
Testing
Software Architecture
Servers
Microsoft Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Server
Operating Systems
Ubuntu
CentOS
Privacy
Regulatory Compliance
Hardening
Layout
Cabling
Documentation
Kernel-based Virtual Machine
Help Desk
JIRA
Security Clearance
JD
Software Engineering
Application Development
Web Development
Object-Oriented Programming
C#
Frontend Development
React.js
AngularJS
Vue.js
Cloud Computing
Kubernetes
Orchestration
Terraform
Ansible
Virtual Private Network
OpenVPN
IPsec
Management
Storage
Computer Hardware
Data Security
Backup
Disaster Recovery
Failover
Communication
Computer Science
Java
JavaScript
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud
Google Cloud Platform
Amazon EC2
Amazon S3
Amazon EFS
Amazon Route 53
Load Balancing
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
GitLab
System Administration
Linux
Microsoft
Computer Networking
Virtualization
VMware
Scripting
Bash
Python
Windows PowerShell
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: 2601605

Location: RESTON, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-02-19

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Solutions Archt

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

SAIC is seeking a Cloud Solutions Architect with hands-on experience spanning full stack application development and cloud engineering. This role supports mission systems end-to-end, combining modern software development with secure infrastructure operations in classified environments.

The position is located in Reston, VA and requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph to be cosnidered.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Participate across all phases of the software development lifecycle, including scope and work estimation, design, documentation, implementation, testing, integration, and sustainment.
Design and develop new applications aligned to Sponsor mission requirements.
Provide operations and maintenance support for multiple mission tools.
Contribute to software architecture decisions and develop solutions to complex design challenges.
Develop modern front end applications using current frameworks.
Build, deploy, and maintain containerized applications in cloud environments.
Manage virtual and physical servers within VMware environments.
Administer Windows Server environments (2008-2016) and Linux operating systems including Ubuntu, CentOS, and Rocky.
Implement and maintain infrastructure security using industry best practices for privacy, security, and regulatory compliance.
Proactively monitor systems to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware and software issues.
Perform system upgrades, patching, reconfiguration, and hardening activities.
Manage physical server environments including rack layout, cabling, labeling, documentation, and KVM configurations.
Execute backup operations and support disaster recovery and failover processes.
Review system and application logs to maintain system integrity and security.
Respond to help desk and JIRA requests and communicate resolutions to stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
Bachelors and 14 years or more experience; Masters and12 years or more experience; PhD or JD and 9 years or more experience.
Demonstrated experience independently designing and developing cloud based applications using current best practices and architectural guidelines.
Experience in software engineering, application development, or web application development and deployment.
Object oriented development experience in a modern language such as Java, Go, or C#.
Front end development experience using frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.
Experience developing and operating in Linux environments.
Experience developing and deploying solutions in commercial cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
Experience developing containerized applications using Kubernetes.
Experience with orchestration and infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Helm.
Working knowledge of networking and VPN technologies including OpenVPN, WireGuard, and IPSec.
Experience managing user accounts, permissions, access rights, and storage allocations.
Experience performing software and hardware upgrades, patching, and reconfiguration.
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues and assess mission impact.
Experience implementing data protection, backup, disaster recovery, and failover procedures.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain issues and resolutions clearly.\
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, System Administration, or a closely related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Desired Qualifications

:
Advanced experience with Java or Go.
Strong JavaScript development experience.
Hands on experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform services including EC2, S3, EKS, EFS, Route53, and load balancing technologies.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation, including GitLab.
System administration experience in classified or regulated environments.
Industry certifications in Linux, Microsoft, or networking disciplines.
Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware.
Scripting and automation experience using Bash, Python, or PowerShell.

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: 2601605
Posted 9 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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