Systems Architect (Hybrid Infrastructure & Cloud Migration

Washington, DC

About the Role

The Systems Architect leads the design, operation, and modernization of a hybrid enterprise IT environment, with responsibility for both the current on-premises data center and its ongoing migration toa cloud architecture. The on-premises environment includes Cisco network switching, enterprise data storage, and virtualized servers. This role will drive the phased migration of these workloads to the cloud whilemaintaininga stable, secure, and well-documented hybrid environment for the foreseeable future.

The Systems Architect designs target-state architectures, plans and executes migration work streams, and ensures on-prem and cloud componentsoperatecohesively throughout the transition — balancing modernization with the reliability of existing infrastructure.

Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid — 2 days onsite)

Clearance: Must possess active Secret clearance and be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance

Status: Exempt

Responsibilities

• Design, document, andmaintainhybrid architectures spanning on-premises infrastructure (Cisco switching, storage, virtualized servers) and cloud environments.
• Analyze user and business requirements and translate them into scalable technical designs for both current operations and future-state cloud architecture.
• Lead migration planning and execution, including workload assessment, sequencing, cloud landing zone design, and data center rationalization.
• Administer and optimize on-premises network and storage infrastructure, ensuring performance, availability, and security during the migration period.
• Architect cloud networking and connectivity (VPCs, routing, VPN, transit gateways) to support hybrid operations.
• Develop governance, security standards, and operational processes spanning both environments, including monitoring, patching, and configuration management.
• Support integration between infrastructure monitoring tools and Service Now to drive automated ticket/task generation for operational issues.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements for cost optimization, performance, and operational efficiency across on-prem and cloud.
• Prepare andmaintaintechnical documentation, including architecture diagrams, migration plans, and system designs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, engineers, and leadership to resolve technical issues andmaintainarchitectural integrity throughout the migration.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in systems architecture, infrastructure engineering, virtualization, or cloud computing.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or related discipline.
• Experience with Cisco switching and enterprise network administration.
• Familiarity with enterprise virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware) and storage systems.
• Hands-on experience architecting and deploying solutions on AWS/Azure/GCP, including migrating on-prem workloads to the cloud.
• Experience with infrastructure as code and automation (Terraform, Cloud Formation, Ansible).
• Strong understanding of cloud networking, VPCs, routing, load balancers, and hybrid connectivity.
• Experience with system maintenance, patching, monitoring, and advanced troubleshooting across hybrid environments.
• Familiarity with Service Now or similar ITSM platforms is a plus, particularly around monitoring integration and automated ticketing (not a core requirement).
• Possess demonstrable experience in at least 3 of the following areas:
• Cloud architecture, migration, and governance
• Cisco networking and network security
• Enterprise storage administration and storage migration to cloud
• Infrastructure as Code and automation
• Vulnerability management and security operations
• IT service management / monitoring integration (e.g., Service Now)
• Server virtualization (e.g., VMware)

Certifications

• An active professional certification in one of the following is required: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional, Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or CCNP Enterprise. Service Now certification is notrequiredbut is a plus.

About Us

Intelli Dyne, LLC empowers government organizations through the delivery of quality, mission-aligned services and innovative, people-first IT solutions. Intelli Dyne has earned the designation of a Top Workplace by providing an inclusive and supportive environment where employees have a voice and are challenged to provide innovative solutions to our clients of national, state, and local importance.

• Inclusive and supportive work environment
• Competitive compensation package
• Professional growth through annual subsidy for trainings, certifications, professional memberships as well as mentorships and job shadowing
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(K) with company match
• Flexible Paid Time Off Program, 11 holidays, paid parental leave, military leave, and government shutdown leave
• Rewards and recognition through peer awards, service year awards, spot bonuses, and annual company awards
• Wellness and mental health benefits
• Flexible work options

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