Cloud Infrastructure Architect Security Clearance

Position: Cloud Infrastructure Architect with Security Clearance
Location: Annapolis Junction

Residency All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of application. Overview Are you passionate about building cutting edge infrastructure that empowers elite developers? We are looking for a visionary Lead HPC & Infrastructure Architect with an active TS/SCI with Poly clearance to design, build, and implement our next generation High-Performance Computing (HPC) clusters. Your mission is simple yet profound: make our CNO environment the absolute best place for software development at the agency.

By designing modern workflows, integrating advanced technologies like Large Language Models (LLMs), and building robust CI/CD pipelines, you will create a state-of-the-art development ecosystem that attracts and retains top-tier engineering talent. You will bridge the gap between legacy systems and future-generation technology, ensuring our mission developers have the high-performance tools they need to succeed.
* All applicants must currently reside in the United States What you will do
* Architect Next-Gen HPC:
Design, build, and implement cutting edge HPC clusters, taking accountability for the system design, loadout, and alignment with future technology trends.
* Drive AI & LLM Integration:
Develop technical roadmaps and "easy button" templates that enable development teams to seamlessly leverage LLM solutions while maintaining infrastructure flexibility.
* Modernize Workflows:
Reimagine the developer experience, designing modernized workflows and integration patterns between legacy systems and new HPC environments.
* Lead Technical Transformations:
Conduct deep technical assessments of aging platforms, document dependencies, and execute strategic, incremental migrations that preserve security controls while boosting performance.
* Advocate for Developers:
Act as the champion for the development community, removing technical friction and building an environment that engineers love to work in. What you need to have
* Architect Next-Gen HPC:
Design, build, and implement cutting edge HPC clusters, taking accountability for the system design, loadout, and alignment with future technology trends.
* Drive AI & LLM Integration:
Develop technical roadmaps and "easy button" templates that enable development teams to seamlessly leverage LLM solutions while maintaining infrastructure flexibility.
* Modernize Workflows:
Reimagine the developer experience, designing modernized workflows and integration patterns between legacy systems and new HPC environments.
* Lead Technical Transformations:
Conduct deep technical assessments of aging platforms, document dependencies, and execute strategic, incremental migrations that preserve security controls while boosting performance.
* Advocate for Developers:
Act as the champion for the development community, removing technical friction and building an environment that engineers love to work in. What we'd like you to have
* CNO Development Background:
Direct experience in CNO development, giving you first hand empathy for what developers actually need from their infrastructure.
* Enclave Expertise:
Deep understanding of restricted environments, including their unique constraints, security controls, and architectural impacts.
* Fin Ops & Cost Optimization:
Experience right-sizing cloud resources, building Fin Ops practices, and making defensible recommendations on cloud vs. on-premise cost efficiencies. Pay transparency Please note the targeted compensation range is provided as an estimate, and any actual compensation offer may vary depending on the needs of the company, or an applicant's skillset, competencies, experience, education, certifications, location, or other factors. The estimated range does not include the value of any benefits offered.

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