Lead Azure Architecture SME

General Dynamics

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Hybrid

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Washington, DC
Salary
$170,000–$230,000 / yr
Posted
52 days ago
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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 · Lead Azure Architecture SME

The Lead Azure Architecture SME joins the software engineering team to architect, design, and guide the implementation of secure, scalable, and high-performing Azure cloud solutions. This role involves providing technical leadership for networking, identity, infrastructure automation, and cloud-to-on-prem integrations. Key responsibilities include developing architect diagrams in VISIO, leading complex migrations using Azure Site Recovery, and designing Microsoft Entra architecture for enterprise environments. The SME will manage Azure networking components like VNets, NSGs, and ExpressRoute while utilizing Infrastructure-as-Code tools including Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, Azure DevOps, and GitHub Actions. The position requires expertise in Active Directory, Azure Monitor, and Ansible or PowerShell scripts to solve complex connectivity and security hardening problems within Azure IL5 and IL6 environments for government customers.

What you'll do

  • Design end-to-end Azure architecture and produce detailed technical diagrams using VISIO.
  • Lead technical presentations and architectural deep dives with government customers and stakeholders.
  • Execute migration planning and execution using Azure Site Recovery, including failover testing and cutover operations.
  • Manage replication traffic over ExpressRoute/VPN and design isolated VNETs for migration readiness.
  • Lead the design and implementation of Microsoft Entra architecture for identity governance and conditional access.
  • Build and manage Azure infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform, Bicep, and ARM templates.
  • Oversee system changes to ensure compliance with DISA STIGs and hardening guidelines.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for troubleshooting Azure networking issues and guiding architecture decisions.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must currently possess an active Secret security clearance.
  • Must have 10+ years of related experience.
  • Must have 5+ years of experience in Azure IL5/IL6 environments.
  • Must have experience with design and development of network solutions in Azure IL5 and IL6 environments.
  • Must have experience using Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Entra Monitor, and Azure networking components like VNets, NSGs, and ExpressRoute/VPN.
  • Must have CompTIA Security+ certification to satisfy DoD 8570.01M requirements.
  • Must have advanced knowledge using Ansible or PowerShell scripts.
  • Must have experience with CI/CD concepts and secure pipeline development in controlled cloud environments.
  • Must have 5+ years of experience in database and data management (preferred).
  • Experience with Azure Migration solutions, Cloud based Database systems, MS Visio, Agile/Scrum, or Federal/State government environments (preferred).

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