Architect, OpenShift Virtualization – Active Top Secret SCI Required

Red Hat

. Guide customers in building scalable, optimally managed solutions adaptable to technological improvements using Red Hat technologies .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,420 - $215,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Red Hat technologies, including OpenShift and Linux system administration, while effectively leading teams and managing customer relationships to deliver successful solutions. Possesses strong communication skills and a proven track record in project delivery and architectural design.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Top Secret SCI Clearance5+ Years Experience In Solution Architect RoleExperience With Red Hat OpenShiftExperience With Linux System AdministrationExcellent Written And Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Architectural DesignProject Delivery ManagementCloud Platform ConsultingIdentity Management TechnologiesVirtualization TechnologiesKubernetesContainersRed Hat Enterprise LinuxOpenStackAWS

Soft Skills

Mentoring And CoachingCollaborationCustomer Relationship ManagementPresentation SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Red Hat Identity ManagerMicrosoft Active DirectoryVMware vSphereMicrosoft Hyper-VMicrosoft Azure

Industry Keywords

Red Hat TechnologiesTechnical ConsultingServices DiscoveryCustomer SolutionsInnovation And Growth

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudKubernetesLinuxOpenShiftOpenStackVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Guide customers in building scalable, optimally managed solutions adaptable to technological improvements using Red Hat technologies
Lead and deliver Services discovery sessions to educate customers on Red Hat technologies and best practices
Support creation and review of task lists, accurately scope projects, and ensure alignment with customer requirements
Provide technical expertise during presales activities
Build and maintain solid customer relationships, fostering collaboration and success
Articulate the value of the Red Hat Services Portfolio, including Consulting, Training, and Technical Account Managers, and integrate services into customer solutions
Provide customer feedback to internal teams to enhance product offerings and services
Lead internal initiatives that foster innovation, efficiency, and growth within the Services business
Continuously learn, grow, and adapt to new skills and technologies
Travel regularly to client locations, up to weekly according to project needs
Work on-site with clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Top Secret SCI Clearance
5+ years experience in a solution architect, enterprise architect or technical consultant role
Track record for creating architectural designs and leading a team on implementation toward successful customer outcomes
Demonstrated ability to oversee project delivery including collaborating on project timelines and scope of work, identifying stakeholder needs and setting expectations
Experience working collaboratively across diverse teams and stakeholders
An ability and desire to mentor and experience with mentoring and coaching team members
Experience leading teams in workshops, enablement, or engagements
Associate or Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or a technical discipline
Experience leading successful modern cloud platform consulting engagements
Experience with Red Hat OpenShift and/or underlying components like Kubernetes and containers
Experience with Linux system administration, preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or a derivative
Experience with Identity Management technologies, including Red Hat Identity Manager, Microsoft Active Directory or other identity providers
Broad and deep technical experience with one or more virtualization and cloud technologies such as OpenStack, VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Microsoft Azure
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Must reside in a state where Red Hat is registered to do business
Willingness to travel regularly to customer locations throughout North America

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
Retirement 401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and holidays
Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Family planning reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Transportation expense account
Employee assistance program