Cloud Architect

Job Title: Cloud Architect  

Location with zip code: Clarksburg, WV 26330

Duration: Full Time

Clearance Required: Active Top Secret or above

Job Summary:

• The Cloud Solutions Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-based infrastructure and application architecture that meet organizational and mission requirements.
• This role translates business and technical needs into scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions across public, private, and hybrid environments.
• The Cloud Solutions Architect partners with development teams, operations staff, and stakeholders to define cloud migration strategies, establish architectural standards, and ensure compliance with security and governance policies.
• The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with major cloud platforms and a strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Design and implement cloud architectures across Azure, that align with organizational requirements for scalability, availability, and security.
• Develop cloud migration strategies and roadmaps, including assessment of existing on-premises workloads for cloud readiness.
• Define and enforce cloud architectural standards, design patterns, and best practices across project teams.
• Collaborate with DevOps, security, and development teams to ensure seamless integration of cloud services into CI/CD pipelines and application workflows.
• Evaluate and recommend cloud services, tools, and third-party solutions to optimize performance and reduce costs.
• Implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
• Ensure cloud environments comply with applicable security frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, FISMA) and data protection requirements.
• Conduct architecture reviews, proof-of-concept initiatives, and technical presentations for stakeholders.
• Monitor cloud resource utilization and recommend optimization strategies for cost management and performance tuning.
• Document cloud architectures, design decisions, and operational procedures.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 4–7 years of experience in cloud architecture, cloud engineering, or infrastructure roles.
• Hands-on experience with Azure including core compute, storage, networking, and identity services.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Pulumi, or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS/EKS).
• Familiarity with cloud security principles, identity and access management (IAM), and network security controls.
• Understanding of microservices architecture, API gateway patterns, and serverless computing.
• Cloud certification preferred (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Architect).
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Experience in government or DoD cloud environments (e.g., GovCloud, IL5/6) is a plus.

Security Clearance:

• Active TS/SCI with CI poly.

About our Company: -

22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and ISO 9001 quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients.

Recognized among Best Company to Work For by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated. 22nd Century Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and s & all other parties authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.