Cloud Architect with Security Clearance

Day to Day:
Insight Global is looking for a Sr. Cloud Automation Architect to support us on a mission critical program for a DoW customer. This position will be responsible for architecting, implementing, and maintaining cloud solutions to support customer-specific mission needs. The Cloud Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and efficient cloud platforms that enable critical operations in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This role requires technical expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), a strong problem-solving mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams to meet operational and project-driven objectives. Duties: Key Responsibilities • Design, build, and deploy cloud-based solutions in support of customer-specific applications. • Develop and implement cloud migration strategies, including lift-and-shift, hybrid, and re-platforming approaches. • Ensure architectural alignment with enterprise goals and security policies. • Configure and manage virtual machines, serverless architecture, containers, and storage within hybrid environments. • Automate cloud infrastructure provisioning and configuration through Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, Ansible). • Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot performance, cost, and security concerns in cloud assets. • Design solutions with a focus on security (zero-trust, encryption, IAM) and compliance with customer and industry standards (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST, DoD requirements). Must Haves:
-Bachelors Degree and 9+ years of experience, or 13+ years experience
-TSSCI Clearance -IAT II or equivalent certification
-Proven experience designing and deploying AWS, Azure, or other cloud based solutions -Proficiency in one or more automation or IaC tools (Terraform, Ansible, Cloudformation or other)
-Strong working knowledge of Linux or Windows severs and CLI -Experience in CI/CD or DevOps environments Plusses:
-Experience architecting and designing cloud solutions for DoW or related customers at the TS level