Senior Systems Architect - Cloud
US-VA-Arlington
Corporate Careers
Req #: 23422
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: SENIOR SYSTEMS ARCHITECT - CLOUD (NAUT): Bowhead seeks a Senior Systems Architect - Cloud to support our customer on the Nautical contract in the Arlington, VA area. This role requires leading the architectural design and implementation of cloud-native solutions for mission-critical Department of Defense applications while driving strategic migration of legacy DoD systems to secure cloud environments. Responsibilities: * Lead architectural design and implementation of cloud-native solutions for mission-critical DoD applications and legacy system migrations to secure cloud environments * Design and oversee end-to-end cloud architecture strategies across AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and other FedRAMP-authorized cloud platforms * Implement and maintain security controls compliant with NIST, FISMA, DoD security frameworks, and DOD Directive 8140 * Conduct comprehensive assessments of existing DoD applications to determine optimal migration pathways and develop cost-efficiency strategies * Oversee development and coordinate technical solutions for requirements, ensuring compatibility within the customers infrastructure * Work closely with government stakeholders, customer, and external stakeholders in working groups, technical exchange meetings, and other forums * Chair/co-chair meetings and working groups on behalf of government representatives as directed * Create and maintain detailed architectural documentation, migration plans, security compliance reports, and IT services documentation * Provide technical guidance and leadership to junior architects, development teams, and customer support personnel * Identify and mitigate technical and security risks throughout migration processes and recommend GOTS/COTS software applications * Participate in customer governance processes and recommend life cycle management processes for automated information systems * Maintain/report on cryptology based systems. * Resolve problems, allocate resources, manage personnel, and monitor performance to meet contract requirements * Provide daily control and supervision of employees with planned replacement information at least 15 calendar days prior to replacement * Provide information within 24 hours of an unplanned replacement * Other duties as assigned Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or related field from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution; or 10+ Years experience in lieu of a degree. * Minimum 16+ years of systems architecture experience with 8+ years specifically in cloud architecture * Minimum 5+ years of experience managing 10+ personnel for IT and/or cybersecurity efforts in DoD environments * Minimum 5 years experience working with DoD systems and understanding of military operational requirements * Expert knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) with emphasis on government cloud environments including AWS GovCloud and Azure Government * Proficiency in containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation) * Strong understanding of microservices architecture, API design, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices * Experience with database migration strategies, data architecture, and legacy system integration * Knowledge of networking technologies including routing, firewalls, VPNs, and hybrid cloud connectivity * Meets the Core and Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Tasks (KSATs) defined in the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework for Work Role 802 (NIST: OV-PM-002) and Work Role 632 (NIST: SP-SYS-002) * CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: * Required: CompTIA Security+, AWS Solutions Architect Professional or Azure Solutions Architect Expert * Desired: CISSP, SABSA, DAWIA PM Practitioner, GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), FITSP-D, GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA), GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF), (ISC)2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Physical Demands * Must be able to lift 25 pounds on occasion. * Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged period amounts of time. * Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level with SCI eligibility and maintain SAP eligibility. Due to work requirements, this position will not entertain work from home capabilities. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract. #LI-KC1
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