Cloud Architect, Senior Principal

General Dynamics

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Work type: On-site
Location: Offutt AFB, NE
Salary: $129,813–$172,500 / yr
Posted: 79 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 72 roles within 25 mi

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Cloud Architect, Senior Principal

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The Cloud Architect, Sr. Principal joins the software engineering team to support USSTRATCOM's mission of strategic deterrence and nuclear operations. In this role, you will develop and define overall cloud architecture, providing input into design and operational activities to maximize cloud environment benefits. You will integrate application, server, and network security with government requirements like FISMA, FedRAMP, and ATO processes. Key responsibilities include participating in product evaluations, managing research on market trends, and assisting in the transition to a cloud hosting model. You must possess expertise in IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS models, along with knowledge of AWS, Azure, and government-specific cloud services. Required skills include DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, identity and access management, PKI, encryption standards, and deep familiarity with DoD security requirements and cybersecurity controls.

Skills

Cloud Architecture AWS Azure DevSecOps CI/CD FISMA FedRAMP RMF ATO IaaS PaaS SaaS PKI Encryption Identity and Access Management Network Security Data Analytics ITIL 8140

What you'll do

Develop and define the overall cloud architecture based on USSTRATCOM needs and best practices.
Integrate application, server, and network security with FISMA, FedRAMP, and ATO requirements.
Participate in the product evaluation and selection process for cloud technologies.
Provide architecture expertise to develop products and deliverables for the transition to a cloud hosting model.
Manage research and evaluation of market trends and architectural approaches to ensure solutions match agency needs.
Identify and eliminate gaps or inconsistencies in initial solutions, architectural designs, and deliverables.

What we're looking for

US Citizenship is required.
Must possess a current Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.
10+ years of related experience is required.
A BS degree is required, though it may be substituted for additional years of experience.
Must obtain ITIL 4 Foundation certification within 9 months of start.
8140 Certification is required.
Must have a comprehensive understanding of cloud architecture models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and hybrid environments.
Must have deep familiarity with federal security and compliance frameworks including FISMA, FedRAMP, RMF, and ATO processes.

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