Cloud Solutions Architect

Torch Technologies, Inc. • Virginia, MN

6d • $160,000 - $190,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a seasoned Cloud Solutions Architect to support the Joint Staff J7 Joint Technology & Simulation Division (JTSD). The position may be based at the Joint Staff Complex in Suffolk, Virginia. The architect will serve as the principal contractor technical advisor driving the migration of J7 simulation, training, and modeling federations into Microsoft Azure under the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) contract vehicle.

The role architects and oversees enterprise cloud infrastructure in Azure Government (IL5) and Azure Government Secret (IL6), aligned with JWCC standards and the DoD Cloud Computing SRG. It partners with Government Cloud Engineering Leads and Division System Architects to establish cloud foundation services, landing zones, and transit hub-spoke models; develops Infrastructure as Code standards using Terraform, Azure Bicep, and ARM templates; and establishes blueprints for moving on-premises Joint Live, Virtual, and Constructive (JLVC) training software to containerized and virtualized cloud services. The role also enforces Zero Trust principles across Azure networking, storage, identity, and compute boundaries.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Travel is 0–10%. The position is not contingent upon contract award. The listed salary range for Virginia is $160,000–$190,000. Relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Active Secret-level Department of War clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field, plus 8 or more years of progressive engineering experience; or a master’s degree with 6 or more years of experience.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience designing and managing cloud infrastructure in Microsoft Azure, including at least 2 years in Azure Government or DoD IL4–IL6.
• Proven proficiency authoring production-grade Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Azure Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Practical experience with Azure Virtual Networks, Network Security Groups, ExpressRoute/VPN gateways, and Azure Firewall.
• Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or III baseline certification, such as Security+ CE, CASP+ CE, or CISSP.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Azure Security Engineer Associate.
• Direct experience designing or migrating workloads under the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) contract vehicle.
• Familiarity with Joint Staff J7 training missions, the Joint Training Enterprise (JTE), or legacy JLVC federation architectures.
• Hands-on experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), container security scanning, and modern microservices architecture.
• Experience working directly with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders to align technical development with mission requirements.
• Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Architect and oversee enterprise cloud infrastructure within Azure Government (IL5) and Azure Government Secret (IL6), aligned with JWCC standards and the DoD Cloud Computing SRG.
• Partner with Government Cloud Engineering Leads and Division System Architects to establish cloud foundation services, landing zones, and transit hub-spoke models.
• Direct the formulation of Infrastructure as Code standards across the technical team using Terraform, Azure Bicep, and ARM templates.
• Establish architectural blueprints for migrating on-premises JLVC training software into containerized (AKS) and virtualized cloud services.
• Enforce Zero Trust architectural principles across Azure networking, storage, identity, and compute boundaries.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation
• 401(k) match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Paid time off
• Holidays

What This Job Offers

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