Cloud Solutions Architect

SAIC • Reston, VA

17h

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a Cloud Solutions Architect with hands-on experience spanning full stack application development and cloud engineering. This role supports mission systems end-to-end, combining modern software development with secure infrastructure operations in classified environments.
The position is located in Reston, VA and requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph to be cosnidered.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Bachelors and 14 years or more experience; Masters and12 years or more experience; PhD or JD and 9 years or more experience.
• Demonstrated experience independently designing and developing cloud based applications using current best practices and architectural guidelines.
• Experience in software engineering, application development, or web application development and deployment.
• Object oriented development experience in a modern language such as Java, Go, or C#.
• Front end development experience using frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.
• Experience developing and operating in Linux environments.
• Experience developing and deploying solutions in commercial cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience developing containerized applications using Kubernetes.
• Experience with orchestration and infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Helm.
• Working knowledge of networking and VPN technologies including OpenVPN, WireGuard, and IPSec.
• Experience managing user accounts, permissions, access rights, and storage allocations.
• Experience performing software and hardware upgrades, patching, and reconfiguration.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues and assess mission impact.
• Experience implementing data protection, backup, disaster recovery, and failover procedures.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain issues and resolutions clearly.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, System Administration, or a closely related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced experience with Java or Go.
• Strong JavaScript development experience.
• Hands on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP services including EC2, S3, EKS, EFS, Route53, and load balancing technologies.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation, including GitLab.
• System administration experience in classified or regulated environments.
• Industry certifications in Linux, Microsoft, or networking disciplines.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware.
• Scripting and automation experience using Bash, Python, or PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Participate across all phases of the software development lifecycle, including scope and work estimation, design, documentation, implementation, testing, integration, and sustainment.
• Design and develop new applications aligned to Sponsor mission requirements.
• Provide operations and maintenance support for multiple mission tools.
• Contribute to software architecture decisions and develop solutions to complex design challenges.
• Develop modern front end applications using current frameworks.
• Build, deploy, and maintain containerized applications in cloud environments.
• Manage virtual and physical servers within VMware environments.
• Administer Windows Server environments (2008–2016) and Linux operating systems including Ubuntu, CentOS, and Rocky.
• Implement and maintain infrastructure security using industry best practices for privacy, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Proactively monitor systems to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware and software issues.
• Perform system upgrades, patching, reconfiguration, and hardening activities.
• Manage physical server environments including rack layout, cabling, labeling, documentation, and KVM configurations.
• Execute backup operations and support disaster recovery and failover processes.
• Review system and application logs to maintain system integrity and security.
• Respond to help desk and JIRA requests and communicate resolutions to stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level