Cloud Solutions Architect
Systems Engineer IVSolutions³ LLC is supporting a U.S. Government customer to provide rapid deployment and management of secure cloud-based engagement kits for cyber incident response and threat hunting operations. Working on this team means directly supporting the nation's cybersecurity defenders by ensuring they have reliable, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure available within hours of a cyber incident—helping protect America's digital infrastructure when it matters most. Solutions³ LLC is seeking an experienced and technically proficient Cloud Solutions Architect to design, optimize, and enhance cloud-based engagement kit architectures to support operational requirements. This role focuses on creating scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions that enable rapid deployment and customization of engagement infrastructure across diverse mission scenarios.Eligibility:Must be a US CitizenMust have an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCIMust be able to obtain DHS Suitability prior to starting employment8+ years of directly relevant experienceResponsibilities Include:Design and architect maintainable cloud infrastructure for engagement kits aligned with mission requirementsCustomize kit configurations to align with engagement scope, technical, and operational parametersDevelop automation frameworks to streamline provisioning and deployment processesCreate and maintain infrastructure-as-code templates and documentationEnsure architecture supports rapid reconfiguration for dynamic mission needsImplement security controls including encryption, namespace obfuscation, and hardened configurationsCollaborate with DevOps engineers to enhance CI/CD pipelinesEvaluate and recommend new cloud services and technologies to improve operational capabilitiesConduct architecture reviews and provide technical guidance to implementation teamsSupport troubleshooting of complex architectural issues during active operationsRequired Skills:5+ years of experience designing cloud architectures, preferably on AWSStrong expertise in AWS services including EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, Lambda, and CloudFormationExperience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.)Deep understanding of cloud security best practices and compliance requirementsProven ability to design scalable, resilient, and cost-effective solutionsStrong documentation and technical communication skillsExperience with automation and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell)Desired Skills:Experience designing solutions for cybersecurity or incident response operationsKnowledge of multi-cloud or hybrid cloud architecturesExperience with container orchestration (Kubernetes, ECS)Familiarity with federal compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST)Background in system administration or DevOpsDesired Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field; or 10+ years of relevant work experience and High School Diploma