AWS Solution Architect

General Dynamics Information Technology • Springfield, WA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

GDIT is seeking an AWS Solution Architect for its Federal Civilian Division to support a large-scale, global Cloud and Data Center Services program for the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Diplomatic Technology. The position designs and deploys cloud services across enterprise environments to support the Department’s mission, objectives, and goals. It combines cloud expertise with client leadership, solution shaping, operational oversight, and technical mentorship.

The role includes designing, deploying, and configuring cloud infrastructure and platform services; establishing infrastructure-as-code practices and AWS governance; supporting cloud operations and service delivery; and developing security, compliance, monitoring, and automation solutions. The architect works with service providers, engineering teams, stakeholders, Government FTEs, and support contractors. The position is hybrid in the National Capital Region, with periodic travel to customer and data center sites. It is a contingent position expected to start in Spring 2027.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience supporting enterprise IT systems, cloud services engineering, or hybrid cloud environments.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional certification.
• Hands-on expertise with AWS IaaS/PaaS, virtual networks, routing, storage, compute, identity integrations, automation, scripting, monitoring/observability tools, hybrid and hyperconverged computing environments, and cloud security best practices.
• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to work hybrid within the National Capital Region and travel periodically to customer and data center sites.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 12 years of relevant experience supporting enterprise IT systems, cloud services engineering, or hybrid cloud environments.
• Additional pertinent AWS certifications, such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Generative AI Developer, or AWS Certified Security; certifications from other cloud providers; VMware certifications; Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE); or similar certifications.
• Demonstrated experience with CloudFinOps programs.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and configure Azure IaaS, PaaS, virtual networks, and Azure-based AI solutions.
• Use infrastructure-as-code tools such as ARM/Bicep, Terraform, or similar tools to standardize and automate deployments in hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• Develop AWS Control Tower strategy and governance, including configuration, tagging, role-based access control, policy enforcement, cost controls, and operational standards.
• Support engineering of platform services, including converged and cloud infrastructure, data protection, monitoring, and security infrastructure.
• Support 24x7x365 cloud operations in coordination with Enterprise Operations and Site Operations teams.
• Serve as an escalation point for incident, problem, and change management workflows aligned with ITIL practices.
• Design and deploy monitoring solutions for performance, health, consumption, scaling behavior, and anomalies; recommend cost optimizations and right-sizing strategies.
• Lead cloud migrations, virtual infrastructure improvements, workload performance tuning, and resource lifecycle management using vendor and security-framework best practices.
• Ensure cloud resources meet operational readiness, uptime, and reliability standards through automation and data analysis.
• Design AWS security controls and governance aligned with Zero Trust Architecture, NIST-800-53, the AWS Cloud Adoption Framework, AWS Foundational Security Best Practices, and applicable customer or ATO requirements.
• Support FedRAMP requirements, NIST RMF/FISMA controls, other applicable security frameworks, Zero Trust adoption, and Department of State cybersecurity directives.
• Design continuous monitoring, reporting, and self-healing solutions using native tools, automation, and AI.
• Collaborate with DT service providers, cross-functional engineering teams, and stakeholders to improve service delivery, standardize cloud practices, and streamline delivery.
• Prepare documentation, runbooks, diagrams, proposals, and knowledge-transfer materials for Government FTEs and support contractors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Competitive pay and paid time off.
• Full-flex work weeks where possible.
• Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts.
• Dental plan options.
• Vision plan.
• Vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior