{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"def3fc6f680ceb98e2f8050d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/def3fc6f680ceb98e2f8050d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/def3fc6f680ceb98e2f8050d","title":"AWS Solution Architect","description":"Clearance Level\nTop Secret\nCategory\nIT Infrastructure and Operations\nLocations\nWashington, District of Columbia\nNewington, Virginia\nSpringfield, Virginia\n(Hybrid Workplace)\n\nKey Skills For Success\n\nAmazon Web Services (AWS) Security\n\nHybrid Clouds\n\nInfrastructure as a Service (IaaS)\n\nScripting\n\nREQ#: RQ231254\nPublic Trust: None\nRequisition Type: Pipeline\nYour Impact\n\nOwn your opportunity to work alongside federal civilian agencies. Make an impact by delivering solutions that improve citizen services millions depends on.\n\nJob Description\n\nAWS Solution Architect\n\nGDIT is seeking an AWS Solution Architect for the Federal Civilian Division to join our team. In this role, you will support a large-scale, global Cloud and Data Center Services program for the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT). You will design and deploy AWS cloud services across enterprise environments to support DOS stated mission, objectives, and goals. This role combines deep AWS expertise with client leadership, solution shaping, operational oversight, and technical mentorship.\n\nHOW THIS ROLE WILL MAKE AN IMPACT\n\nDesign & Platform Support:\n\nDesign, deploy, and configure Azure IaaS, PaaS, virtual networks, etc., including Azure based AI solutions\nLeverage an Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using ARM/Bicep, Terraform, or similar tools to standardize and automate deployments in hybrid and multi-cloud environments\nDevelop strategy for AWS Control Tower, governance configuration, tagging, RBAC, policy enforcement, cost controls, and operational standards, etc.\nSupport engineering of Platform Services including Converged/Cloud Infrastructure, Data Protection, Monitoring, and Security Infrastructure\n\nCloud Operations & Service Delivery:\n\nSupport 24x7x365 cloud operations in coordination with Enterprise Operations and Site Operations teams; service as a point of escalation for incident, problem, and change management workflows aligned with ITIL practices\nDesign and deploy monitoring solutions for performance, health, consumption, scaling behavior, and anomalies; recommend cost optimizations and right-sizing strategies\nLead cloud migrations, virtual infrastructure improvements, workload performance tuning, and resource lifecycle management by leveraging best practices from vendors and security frameworks\nEnsure cloud resources meet operational readiness, uptime, and reliability standards by leveraging automation and data analysis\n\nSecurity, Compliance & Risk Management:\n\nDesign AWS security controls and governance aligned with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), NIST-800-53, AWS Cloud Adoption Framework, AWS Foundational Security Best Practices, and other industry frameworks or customer or ATO requirements\nSupport FedRAMP requirements, NIST RMF/FISMA controls, other applicable security frameworks, Zero Trust adoption, and DOS cybersecurity directives\nDesign continuous monitoring, reporting, and self-healing solutions leveraging native tools, automation, and AI\n\nStakeholder Engagement & Collaboration:\n\nWork collaboratively with DT service providers, cross-functional engineering teams, and stakeholders to improve service delivery, standardize cloud practices, and streamline delivery\nPrepare documentation, runbooks, diagrams, proposals, and knowledge-transfer materials for Government FTEs and support contractors\n\nWHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED\nBring your initiative and drive for innovation to GDIT. The right candidate with possess:\n\nEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline required.\nExperience: 8+ years relevant experience supporting enterprise IT systems, cloud services engineering, or hybrid cloud environments.\nCertification: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional.\nTechnical skills: Hands-on expertise with AWS IaaS/PaaS, virtual networks, routing, storage, compute, identity integrations, automation, scripting (PowerShell, python), monitoring/observability tools, hybrid and hyperconverged computing environments, and cloud security best practices.\nSecurity clearance level: Active Top Secret level clearance\nLocation: Hybrid within the National Capital Region with periodic travel to customer and data center sites.\n\nWHAT’S NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT REQUIRED\n\nEducation: Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline required.\nExperience: 12+ years relevant experience supporting enterprise IT systems, cloud services engineering, or hybrid cloud environments.\nCertification: One or more of the following: Other pertinent AWS certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Generative AI Developer, AWS Certified Security, certifications from other cloud providers, VMware certifications, Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), or similar\nTechnical skills: Demonstrated experience with CloudFinOps programs\n\nAdditional Information:\n\nTimeline: This is contingent position that is expected to start in Spring 2027.\n\nGDIT IS YOUR PLACE\nAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.\n Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities\n Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals\n Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off\n Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home\n Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace\n\nOWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY\nExplore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your sense of ownership and pride in the meaningful work we do.\n\nWork Requirements\nYears of Experience\n\n8 + years of related experience\n\n* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree\n\nCertification\n\nAWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional | Amazon Web Services (AWS) - Amazon Web Services (AWS)\n\nTravel Required\n\nLess than 10%\n\nCitizenship\n\nU.S. Citizenship Required\n\nSalary and Benefit Information\n\nThe likely salary range for this position is $162,037 - $219,227. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.\n\nOur Identity Verification Process\n\nAs part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.\n\nAbout Our Work\n\nWe are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. 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