Cloud & IaC Architect (AWS/Azure Gov)

Location: Arlington, Virginia, United States; hybrid remote and onsite

Salary: $240,000–$260,000 annually

Company

hirify.global delivers IT services and technology solutions that help government agencies modernize operations and serve citizens.

What you will do

• Design and implement scalable, secure, automated cloud environments using AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Infrastructure as Code.
• Lead cloud modernization, migration, governance, and optimization initiatives.
• Lead AI and automation strategy, roadmap development, and execution across enterprise programs.
• Identify and implement AI, machine learning, RPA, workflow automation, and generative AI platforms.
• Manage automation projects end to end, including requirements, schedules, risks, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Coordinate data scientists, engineers, cybersecurity teams, cloud teams, vendors, and business leaders while overseeing governance, change management, communications, and training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of infrastructure or cloud engineering experience, or equivalent experience.
• Expertise in AWS and Microsoft Azure architecture.
• Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, and ARM/Bicep for Infrastructure as Code.
• Proficiency in Kubernetes and container-based deployment strategies.
• Strong knowledge of networking and security technologies, plus hands-on GitOps automation experience.
• Active Secret clearance required; must be able to attain DEA suitability.

Nice to have

• AWS Solutions Architect Professional certification.
• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification.
• Terraform or Kubernetes certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work environment with a collaborative team setting.
• Employee Assistance Program and corporate discounts.
• Learning and development platform with certification preparation content.
• Training, education, and certification assistance for full-time employees.
• Referral bonus, internal mobility program, and pet insurance.

Hiring process

• Virtual video interview with the hiring manager and/or team; camera must be on and a valid photo ID is required.
• Enhanced biometric identity verification and background screening, including criminal history, education, and employment verification.