Cloud Architect Sr - E3 with Security Clearance

Job Number 20042 Standard Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Network Engineer to design, implement, and operate secure, high-performance networks that span on-premise data centers and classified cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have deep hands-on experience with cloud networking, software-defined networking (SDN), and container-native networking solutions, particularly within Kubernetes environments.

Responsibilities

• Design & Deploy Secure Networks
• Architect and configure restricted computer networks and secure inter-domain routes.
• Implement network segmentation, access controls, and policy enforcement across cloud and on-premise resources.
• Cloud & Multicast Networking
• Build and manage cloud networking infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.).
• Software-Defined & Hardware-Defined Solutions
• Deploy and maintain Software Defined Network (SDN) platforms and hardware-based network appliances.
• Integrate network services with Kubernetes using CNI plugins and container-based networking.
• Hybrid Cloud Integration
• Connect remote cloud instances to on-premise data centers, ensuring reliable routing and latency optimization.
• Support hybrid cloud architectures and remote enclave connectivity.
• Automation & Monitoring
• Automate network provisioning and changes using IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Implement robust monitoring, logging, and alerting for network health and security events.
• Collaboration & Documentation
• Work closely with security, DevOps, and application teams to define network access protocols and rules.
• Produce clear documentation, runbooks, and knowledge-base articles for all network solutions.

Basic Qualifications TS//SCI Clearance 3+ years experience in the cloud networking domain CompTIA Security+ or equivalent Certification or ability to obtain one

Desired Skills

• Network Design Experience - Proven experience setting up restricted/compliant networks and securing inter-domain/enclave communication.
• Automate network provisioning and changes using IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Cloud Networking - Hands-on experience with cloud networking services (VPC, VNets, peering, transit gateways).
• Linux Operation Systems - Experience with Linux OS
• SDN / Hardware-Defined Networking - Experience with both software-defined and hardware-defined networking technologies.
• Kubernetes-Based Networking - Direct experience designing, deploying, and troubleshooting networking within Kubernetes clusters.
• Secure Routing Across Domains - Ability to create and manage secure routing paths between isolated domains or enclaves.
• Network Design Experience - Proven experience setting up restricted/compliant networks and securing inter-domain/enclave communication.
• Cloud Networking - Hands-on experience with cloud networking services (VPC, VNets, peering, transit gateways).
• Linux Operation Systems - Experience with Linux OS
• SDN / Hardware-Defined Networking - Experience with both software-defined and hardware-defined networking technologies.
• Kubernetes-Based Networking - Direct experience designing, deploying, and troubleshooting networking within Kubernetes clusters.
• Secure Routing Across Domains - Ability to create and manage secure routing paths between isolated domains or enclaves.
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidates work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays.

Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.