Cloud Software Expert with Security Clearance

Overview VTG is looking for a Cloud professional in Chantilly, VA. (Note: Contingent upon program award). Cloud I provides entry-level technical advisory support to government programs, assisting with oversight of cloud-based software systems, documentation reviews, and compliance assessments in a SETA capacity. Cloud II provides independent technical advisory support, evaluating cloud-based software solutions, architectures, and contractor performance to ensure mission alignment, security, and scalability. Cloud III serves as a trusted technical advisor to government leadership, providing strategic oversight and guidance across complex, cloud-based software programs in a SETA role. What will you do? Cloud I * Support review of cloud-based software architectures and design documentation
* Assist with assessment of contractor cloud solutions for alignment with requirements and standards
* Support analysis of cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) from an oversight perspective
* Help maintain technical documentation, requirements traceability, and assessment artifacts
* Participate in technical reviews, working groups, and cloud architecture discussions
* Track cloud-related risks, issues, and action items under senior guidance
* Support coordination between government stakeholders and cloud service providers
Cloud II * Analyze and assess cloud-based software architectures and design approaches
* Review contractor cloud implementation plans, migration strategies, and technical deliverables
* Evaluate compliance with cloud security, governance, and enterprise architecture standards
* Advise program leadership on cloud tradeoffs, risks, and integration impacts
* Support Agile and DevSecOps processes as a government technical advisor
* Contribute to development of cloud technical guidance and evaluation criteria
* Prepare cloud-focused technical briefings and recommendations
Cloud III * Provide senior-level advisory support on cloud architecture strategy and lifecycle management
* Lead government reviews of contractor cloud designs, roadmaps, and modernization efforts
* Advise leadership on cloud scalability, security, resiliency, and cost considerations
* Support development of cloud governance frameworks, technical standards, and evaluation criteria
* Participate in senior technical reviews, milestone events, and executive briefings
* Assess alignment of cloud solutions with mission needs and enterprise cloud strategies
* Mentor junior and mid-level cloud software experts
* Support acquisition and source selection activities with cloud technical expertise Do you have what it takes? * TS/SCI with Poly Required
Cloud I * 1-4 years of experience supporting software or cloud-based systems
* Foundational understanding of cloud computing concepts and architectures
* Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills
* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
* Preferred Qualifications: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), Google Cloud Digital Leader * Preferred (DoD/IC): CompTIA Security+ (or ability to obtain)
Cloud II * 5-9 years of experience supporting software-intensive or cloud-based systems
* Strong understanding of cloud architectures, shared responsibility models, and service offerings
* Experience performing technical oversight of contractor cloud solutions
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* (one or more): AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305 or equivalent), Google Professional Cloud Architect
* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
* Preferred Qualifications: CompTIA Security+ or higher, SAFe Agilist or Agile-related certification
Cloud III * Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
* 10+ years of experience supporting software-intensive or cloud-centric programs
* Deep understanding of enterprise cloud architectures and multi-cloud environments
* Proven experience providing technical oversight and advisory support (non-developer role)
* Strong leadership, briefing, and stakeholder engagement skills
* (one or more) AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect
* Preferred Qualifications: CISSP or CCSP, DoD 8570 / 8140 compliance certifications
* Optional: SAFe Agilist, ITIL, or Cloud Security Alliance certifications