Cloud Architect

Booz Allen Hamilton

. Create cloud-based technical architectures that meet client needs and leverage cloud capabilities .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $62,000 - $141,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cloud architecture and development, with a focus on designing and operationalizing secure systems in enterprise-scale environments. Proficient in leveraging cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, and GCP to enhance client solutions and overcome complex challenges.

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Cloud ArchitectureAWSAzureTerraformSecret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Cloud DevelopmentSystem DesignOperationalizationScripting (Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, Python)Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

CloudFormationCDKHybrid Resources

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD 8570 IAT Level II CertificationCloud Architect CertificationCISSP Certification

Industry Keywords

Defense IndustryCloud MigrationEnterprise-Scale EnvironmentAI

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create cloud-based technical architectures that meet client needs and leverage cloud capabilities
Improve mission-critical applications and products
Use current cloud technologies to improve client environments
Work with industry leaders to inform strategy and design
Ensure standards are met throughout the cloud migration process
Recommend tools and solutions based on research of current environments and knowledge of on-premises, cloud-based, and hybrid resources
Collaborate with the team to help clients overcome difficult cloud challenges
Develop critical systems for the defense industry
Grow skills in areas such as AI

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of experience with cloud architecture
2+ years of experience designing, developing, operationalizing, and maintaining systems in an enterprise-scale secure environment
2+ years of experience with AWS, Azure, OCI, or GCP
Experience with scripting tools such as Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, or Python
Experience with IaC such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK
Secret clearance required
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience with cloud development, or 4+ years of experience with cloud development in lieu of a degree
Ability to obtain a DoD 8570 or 8140 IAT Level II Certification within 30 days of hire date
Top Secret clearance preferred
Cloud Architect or CISSP Certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Work-life programs
Dependent care
Recognition awards program
Identity verification and fraud protection processes
Camera-on expectation during virtual meetings to support collaboration