Cloud Architect, Advisor with Security Clearance

About Peraton Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace.

The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. About The Role Shape the Future of Aviation with Peraton Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract.

We're looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact on one of the world's most vital transportation infrastructures-working alongside experts in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration to drive the next generation of airspace technology.

Cloud Architect Location: Herndon, VA We are seeking a highly experienced Cloud Architect to lead the transformation of FAA BNATCS systems into a modern, information-centric NAS architecture. Based in Herndon, VA, this is a high-impact role where you will define cloud strategy, guide architectural evolution, and help modernize mission-critical systems that support the safety and efficiency of the nation's airspace.

As a senior technical leader, you will drive cloud adoption across complex federal environments-ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, resilient, and compliant with federal standards. You will work at the intersection of enterprise architecture, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and operations to deliver actionable strategies that enable the next generation of NAS capabilities.

What You'll Do

• Lead cloud assessments and define forward-looking architecture strategies for NAS modernization
• Provide technical leadership and governance across cloud adoption initiatives
• Design and guide implementation of hybrid and multi-cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, GovCloud)
• Develop strategies for application modernization and cloud migration
• Ensure alignment with FAA mission objectives, operational requirements, and federal compliance frameworks
• Collaborate across engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Drive adoption of secure-by-design principles, including Zero Trust Architecture
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for executive stakeholdersWhat Makes You a Great Fit
• You translate mission needs into actionable technical strategies
• You balance innovation with operational risk and compliance
• You communicate complex ideas clearly to both technical and executive audiences
• You thrive in high-stakes, regulated environments and know how to lead transformation at scaleWhy This Role Matters This is more than a cloud role-it's an opportunity to lead a critical modernization effort at the heart of U.S. aviation. Your work will directly support the evolution of the National Airspace System, ensuring it is ready for future demands while maintaining the highest standards of safety, security, and reliability. #BNATCS Qualifications Required Qualifications:
• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Deep expertise in hybrid and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GovCloud) and cloud migration and application modernization strategies
• Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks (FedRAMP, RMF, NIST 800-53) and Zero Trust Architecture principles
• Experience supporting large-scale federal or DoD programs
• Background in mission-critical or safety-critical systems
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional engineering teamsPreferred Qualifications
• Experience with FAA or National Airspace System (NAS) programs
• Familiarity with teal-time systems and low-latency architecture and edge computing in operational environments
• Background in network architecture (SD-WAN, secure transport) and AI Ops and observability platforms

Details Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate's own.

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