Chief Cloud Architect Security Clearance

Chief Cloud Architect Overview

JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high‑impact technologies, technology‑enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities.

As a Chief Architect, you will leverage your expertise in cloud computing to design, implement, and oversee innovative cloud solutions that align with business objectives. Working under general direction, you will independently develop strategies and technical solutions to complex challenges, contributing to cloud adoption plans, application design, and system management. Your role will involve leading the development and deployment of cloud infrastructure, ensuring compliance with security standards, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to optimize cloud‑based systems.

This position offers the opportunity to drive impactful change while providing technical leadership in a rapidly evolving domain.

• Develop and oversee the organization's cloud computing strategy, including cloud adoption plans, application architecture, and management
• Lead cloud implementation projects and system deployment on IaaS and PaaS
• Work with Cloud Service Providers (e.g. Cloud One, DAF Cloud Works, and SEITaas) to design system architecture
• Onboard new customers and system tenants with client‑first service
• Generate and translate high‑level system requirements into detailed implementation specifications
• Act as a customer liaison to understand and shape technical requirements for business development initiatives
• Work with analysts, engineers, and programmers to define project limitations, system capabilities, and interface requirements
• Optimize cloud performance by monitoring systems, managing updates, and ensuring robust connectivity among remotely located servers
• Provide assessments of current‑state architecture and propose recommendations for future‑state architecture
• Lead consultative engagements with domain architects, sales consultants, business analysts, and technical staff to ensure successful project delivery
• Utilize a cloud‑first mindset to help customers realize the full potential of cloud‑based solutions
• Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded
• Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area
• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction
• Complete personal PDP and attend staff meetings and storytime with camera on
• Build productive, positive professional relationships with clients within your program
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Clearance:
  Active TS/SCI
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with 5‑7 years in cloud architecture, or a Master's degree with 3‑5 years of experience
• Comprehensive understanding, documentation, and application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in cloud computing
• Certifications:
  
  CompTIA Cloud+, CompTIA Security+, GICSP, SSCP, or GSEC
• Proven ability to independently develop solutions to complex technical problems
• Proficiency in infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Cloud Formation
• Familiarity with Dev Ops practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience designing and implementing cloud‑based solutions, including front‑end and back‑end platforms and operational delivery systems
• Knowledge of cloud‑native services, serverless architectures, and microservices
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to document and articulate a case for change to stakeholders
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and software security protocols
• Experience in system integration and ensuring software scalability
• Experience providing technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all…