Cloud Solutions Architect (Azure)

TL;DR

Cloud Solutions Architect (Azure): Designing and implementing scalable, secure, and resilient Azure cloud environments for mission-critical programs with an accent on enterprise cloud transformation, DevSecOps practices, and AI/ML enablement. Focus on building production-grade data pipelines, implementing Infrastructure as Code, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to define cloud strategies.

Location: Arlington, VA. Active Secret clearance required.

Company

hirify.global enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions through independent analysis and practical solutions.

What you will do

• Design and implement Azure-native cloud architectures for enterprise systems and mission-critical programs.
• Build and operate end-to-end Azure pipelines for data ingestion, workflow automation, application workloads, and AI/ML enablement.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines, applying DevSecOps practices for streamlined development and operations.
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to provision and manage cloud infrastructure and pipeline resources.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, security, and program teams to define cloud strategies and technical requirements.
• Support systems engineering lifecycle activities, including concept development, deployment, sustainment, and analysis for architecture decisions.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (e.g., computer science, information technology).
• 6+ years of experience architecting and implementing cloud-based systems.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience designing and implementing Azure-native architectures and building production-grade pipelines.
• Prior experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Prior experience using Infrastructure as Code in Azure.
• Strong understanding of Azure identity, access control, and secure integration patterns.

Nice to have

• Active Top Secret clearance.
• Strong understanding of cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Experience designing data and AI/ML pipelines in Azure.
• Experience building event-driven architectures and workflow orchestration solutions.
• Agile and SAFe experience; certification is a plus.

Culture & Benefits

• Client-focused culture valuing collaboration, integrity, and initiative.
• Established for public service, measuring success in the impact of service rather than profit.
• Committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, recruiting individuals from diverse backgrounds and experience levels.