Cloud Network Security Architecture Manager; TIC

Job Description

Join GDIT to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) through the NEDIIS program. As the Cloud Network Security Architecture Manager, you will lead secure network and cloud architecture design, TIC 3.0 modernization, and enterprise gateway operations across hybrid and multi‑cloud environments. You will guide security decisions, ensure compliance, and support mission‑critical connectivity for VA OIT.

Regular

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MBI (T2)

IT Infrastructure and Operations

Cloud Platform, IT Service Management (ITSM), Network Architecture

10 + years of related experience

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• Lead secure architecture design across AWS, Azure, and VA enterprise networks.
• Guide TIC 3.0 modernization and support gateway operations.
• Manage security, compliance, and performance across cloud and hybrid environments.
• Partner with engineering, cyber, and operations teams to align solutions with VA objectives.
• Communicate risks, architecture decisions, and technical impacts to leadership.
• Evaluate new technologies, coordinate pilot efforts, and recommend modernization strategies.
• Support high‑level troubleshooting and escalations for cloud network security and gateway issues.
• Contribute to reporting, documentation, audits, and configuration reviews.
• Lead gateway redesign or refresh efforts as needed.
• Mentor engineers and promote secure architecture best practices.
• Assist with requirements development, design documentation, and validation planning.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Prior work designing or supporting federal‑grade perimeter security (e.g., Zero Trust, encrypted traffic inspection, identity‑centric access controls, cloud boundary protections) that aligns with TIC 3.0 requirements is highly desired.
• Experience designing or managing cloud, network, or security architectures.
• Hands‑on familiarity with AWS, Azure, hybrid networking, firewalls, DNS, and identity/IAM concepts.
• Understanding of cloud security principles and federal cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience with automation, scripting, or infrastructure‑as‑code tools.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple teams and communicate clearly with stakeholders.
• Ability to support escalations or critical events when needed.

• AWS Solutions Architect – Professional
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• VMware certifications
• Kubernetes/CKA/CKAD or Open Shift
• Terraform Associate

Public Trust clearance required.

Hybrid position in Martinsburg, WV or Austin, TX – must work a regular weekly schedule with 2 to 3 days onsite as needed.

Visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support:
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• Rewards:
  Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community:
  Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

The likely salary range for this position is $114,750 - $155,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

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Less than 10%

Hybrid

USA WV Martinsburg

Our benefits package for all US‑based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work…