Cloud Solutions Architect

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer / Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to support the design, implementation, modernization, and sustainment of secure enterprise systems and cloud-based environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in systems administration, AWS cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, operations and maintenance support, and emerging technology integration including AI, AR/VR, and advanced analytics solutions.

This role requires a proactive technical professional capable of supporting mission-critical environments, mitigating technical risks, and delivering scalable, secure, and highly available infrastructure solutions.

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain enterprise system upgrades and infrastructure enhancements.
• Provide Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 Operations & Maintenance (O&M) support for production systems and cloud environments.
• Identify technical risks, vulnerabilities, and operational gaps while developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Architect and support secure, mis-attributable internet-based systems designed to reduce user tracking and enhance operational security.
• Integrate emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), mobile technologies, and data analytics solutions into enterprise system architectures.
• Design, implement, and maintain multi‑tier Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) environments supporting encryption, authentication, and certificate lifecycle management through Root and Subordinate Certificate Authorities (CAs).
• Deploy, configure, and maintain Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud infrastructure and associated services.
• Administer and support AWS services including:
  • EC2
  • RDS
  • S3
  • Elastic Load Balancer (ELB)
  • Route 53
  • Cloud Formation
• Implement and manage cloud security best practices including:
  • IAM roles and policies
  • Security groups
  • Encryption using AWS KMS
  • Data protection for data at rest and in transit
• Manage cloud‑based storage solutions including S3 buckets and EBS volumes.
• Perform systems administration across:
  • Windows Server environments
  • Linux/CentOS servers
  • Apple macOS and iOS environments
• Administer and optimize database environments including AWS RDS, MySQL, and Aurora for scalability and performance.
• Configure and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting platforms including Datadog and AWS Cloud Watch.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools using Bash, Python, and Ruby on Rails.
• Create and update technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and system implementation guides.
• Deliver technical briefings, demonstrations, and user training sessions to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to ensure system reliability, compliance, and performance.

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Demonstrated professional experience supporting enterprise infrastructure, cloud engineering, or systems administration environments.
• Strong experience with AWS cloud services and cloud infrastructure management.
• Experience supporting secure and scalable systems architectures.
• Experience with PKI implementation and certificate management.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure cloud implementations.
• Experience administering Windows, Linux/CentOS, and macOS/iOS environments.
• Experience with database administration and cloud database scalability.
• Experience with infrastructure monitoring and alerting tools.
• Working knowledge of scripting and automation using Bash, Python, or Ruby.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.