Cloud Architect - National Capital Region (NCR); Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph

Cloud Architect

📍 Northern Capital Region 📌 Full-Time | On-site | Position Contingent Upon Award

Join Synertex and bring your expertise to a mission that matters. We're looking for a Cloud Architect with a background in cloud-native design, secure infrastructure, and system integration to support critical federal and intelligence community initiatives. If you're passionate about building scalable, efficient cloud environments and thrive in a solution-driven, fast-paced, and mission-focused role-this opportunity is for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud architectures

• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions aligned with enterprise goals

• Migrate legacy systems to cloud-based infrastructure while minimizing disruption

• Integrate cloud platforms with on-premises systems in hybrid environments

• Ensure compliance with cloud security and regulatory standards

• Manage infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform and CloudFormation

• Optimize cloud resources for performance and cost efficiency

• Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to deliver end-to-end cloud solutions

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

• 6+ years of IT experience, with at least 3 years focused on cloud architecture and design

• Experience with IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and hybrid cloud environments

• Familiarity with AWS, Azure, GCP, or similar cloud platforms (certifications preferred)

• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and compliance frameworks

• Proven experience with DevOps practices and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)

• Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional Architect

• Experience migrating mission-critical applications to the cloud

• Knowledge of federal security and compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST)

• Background working with multi-disciplinary government or IC teams

Education and Experience

Requirements**

Candidates must meet the following minimum education and relevant experience combinations by level:

Entry Level:**

• HS/GED + 6 years experience

• Associate's + 4 years experience

• Bachelor's + 2 years experience

• Master's degree (experience may be substituted as appropriate)

Journeyman Level:**

• HS/GED + 8 years experience

• Associate's + 6 years experience

• Bachelor's + 4 years experience

• Master's + 2 years experience

Senior Level:**

• HS/GED + 10 years experience

• Associate's + 8 years experience

• Bachelor's + 6 years experience

• Master's + 4 years experience

• PhD + 2 years experience

Expert / Master Level:**

• HS/GED + 12 years experience

• Associate's + 10 years experience

• Bachelor's + 8 years experience

• Master's + 6 years experience

• PhD + 4 years experience

Join a mission-driven team advancing secure and modernized cloud infrastructure across federal systems. Apply today and become part of Synertex's legacy of innovation, leadership, and excellence.