Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Software Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Cloud Engineering, Data Analytics, Enterprise IT

Certifications:

ITIL Foundation in IT Service Management - ITIL4 Foundation - Axelos - ITIL4 Foundation - Axelos, Security+ - CompTIA - CompTIA

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Cloud Architect Sr Principal for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:

As a Cloud Architect, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of USSTRATCOM.  USSTRATCOM is a Combatant Command responsible for strategic deterrence, nuclear operations, and enterprise IT services essential to national security. It oversees Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3), Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (JEMSO), Global Strike, and Missile Threat Assessments, working closely with other Combatant Commands, Services, and defense agencies. SCITLS will be a key component that will ensure mission success and the safety of the U.S. and its allies by providing 24/7 IT services and network support for NIPRNet, SIPRNet, JWICS, and SAP/SAR environment.

You will play a crucial role in providing support in the following areas:

• Develop and define the overall cloud architecture and provide input into design and operational activities based on best practices tailored to USSTRATCOM's needs and infrastructure to maximize the benefits of the cloud environment.

• Integrate application, server, network security, and government requirements such as FISMA, FedRAMP, and ATO processes.

• Participate in the product evaluation and selection process.

• Provide architecture expertise and assist in development of products and deliverables to further USSTRATCOM strategy and goals in transition to a Cloud hosting model.

• Provide management of research and evaluation of current market trends, best practices, and preferred architectural approach to ensure the solution matches services/agency needs.

• Assist and support activities to eliminate gaps or inconsistencies in the initial solution, architectural design, deliverables, benefits, and messaging.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• BS degree; may be substituted for additional years of experience

• 10+ years of experience

• Security Clearance Level: Must have a current/active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI status

• Required Certifications: ITIL 4 Foundation certified within 9 months of start; 8140 Certification

• Location: Offutt AFB, NE

• Comprehensive understanding of cloud architecture models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and hybrid environments

• Knowledge of major cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, and government-specific cloud services

• Deep familiarity with federal security and compliance frameworks: FISMA, FedRAMP, RMF, and ATO processes

• Understanding of DoW security requirements, cybersecurity controls, and secure design principles

• Knowledge of network, application, and infrastructure security concepts

• Awareness of identity and access management, PKI, encryption standards, logging, monitoring, and audit requirements

• Understanding of DevSecOps approaches, CI/CD pipelines, and modern development practices

• Knowledge of product evaluation methodologies and cloud technology market trends

• Familiarity with systems design documentation, architectural artifacts, and technical writing standards

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• Excellent customizable health benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)

• 401K with company match

• Educational Assistance and eLearning

• Internal mobility team dedicated to employee advancement

• Rewards and Recognition programs

• Innovative and collaborative environment encouraging highly motivated critical thinking

#SCITLS

The likely salary range for this position is $129,813 - $172,500. 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:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA NE Offutt AFB

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

 

 

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

 

 

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

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