Type of Requisition:
RegularClearance Level Must Currently Possess:
SecretClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
SecretPublic Trust/Other Required:
NoneJob Family:
Software EngineeringJob Qualifications:
Skills:
Cloud Architectures, Cloud Development, Cloud Solutions, Microsoft AzureCertifications:
NoneExperience:
10 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:
YesJob Description:
GDIT is seeking a Cloud Architect / Developer SME to design, build, and secure large-scale Azure Government environments supporting mission‑critical federal systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect secure, scalable Azure GovCloud infrastructures and network connectivity.
- Experience in designing innovative software architectures leveraging tools such as Azure Power Apps, ServiceNow, Python, Scala, .NET, React, Angular, and other low/no-code technologies
- Design cloud-native data platforms, pipelines, and analytics architectures.
- Automate cloud provisioning with Terraform/ARM/Bicep; ensure consistent, FedRAMP‑compliant environments.
- Implement Azure AD, RBAC, least‑privilege, encryption, and NIST‑aligned security controls.
- Apply DISA STIGs/CIS benchmarks and lead architecture reviews/documentation.
- Drive FinOps optimization and guide engineering teams on cloud best practices.
- Migrate NTIA’s Unclassified Spectrum Management Systems to Azure Government.
- Migrate the NTIA Secret environment to the Azure Secret Cloud.
- Enhance the security and administration of Spectrum IT systems operations.
- Migrate and modernize with config-level changes.
- Push toward Platform as a Service (PaaS) and cloud-native where possible.
- Replatform if the application can leverage Azure PaaS.
- Rehost using Azure Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) if the application can’t leverage Azure PaaS.
- Use Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and the Azure Well-Architected Framework.
- Leverage the NTIA FSDS IL5 tenant based on the single tenant architect
Requirements:
Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, or equivalent experience
Experience: 10+ years cloud engineering/architecture experience
- Experience with Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and the Azure Well-Architected Framework.
- Experience designing and implementing applications using frameworks such as Python, Scala, .NET, React, Angular
- Proven expertise with Azure Power Apps and related low-code/no-code tools
- Strong Azure, Terraform/Bicep, networking, automation, and security expertise
- Familiarity with Ansible, PowerShell DSC, and modern development tools/languages
Clearance: Must possess and maintain an Active Secret or higher clearance
Preferred:Familiarity with additional languages/tools such as Java, C#, or Kubernetes is a plus
Preferred certification(s): One or more certifications (Azure Architect, Azure Engineer, CISSP, etc.)
US Citizenship Required
Location: Remote; candidates local to the DMV area preferred
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
- Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
- Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
- Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
- Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation
#TechModernization
The likely salary range for this position is $187,179 - $230,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Travel Required:
Less than 10%Telecommuting Options:
RemoteWork Location:
Any Location / RemoteAdditional Work Locations:
