[Hiring] Cloud Architect 4 @DMI

Role Description

The Cloud Architect is a senior SME-level practitioner responsible for defining and driving TSA’s cloud architecture strategy across AWS, Azure, and hybrid multi-cloud environments, ensuring that cloud solutions are scalable, cost-effective, secure, and aligned with DHS and TSA technical and compliance requirements.

• Serves as the authoritative technical voice on cloud platform design decisions—spanning Infrastructure as a Service, Platform as a Service, and Software as a Service models.
• Provides expert guidance on cloud-native service selection, migration approaches, and integration patterns for TSA’s modernization initiatives.
• Works directly with TSA CIO leadership and TALON engineering teams to shape the trajectory of TSA’s digital transformation.
• Develops cloud reference architectures.
• Produces cost/benefit analyses and total cost of ownership assessments for cloud migration options.
• Provides technical oversight of cloud implementation efforts executed across the concurrent TALON project portfolio.
• Leads cloud security architecture design in alignment with DHS Zero Trust requirements, FISMA standards, and TSA’s ICAM framework.
• Ensures that cloud environments meet FedRAMP authorization requirements where applicable.
• Provides subject matter expertise on emerging cloud capabilities—including AI/ML platform services, serverless computing, and cloud-native data analytics—that may accelerate TSA mission outcomes.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 9 years of cloud architecture experience is required.
• Demonstrated expertise in AWS and Azure at an advanced or professional certification level.
• Track record of delivering large-scale cloud migrations and modernization programs in federal environments.
• Experience with FedRAMP, DHS cloud security policy, and Continuous Monitoring in cloud environments is expected.
• All personnel must be U.S. citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents with the ability to obtain TSA fitness determination.
• Must be available to support after-hours cloud deployment activities and critical incident response.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a Public Trust background investigation and/or a Public Trust clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Physical Requirements

• None required for this position.

Location

• Remote, US

Benefits

• Convenience/Concierge: Virtual health visits, commuter perks, pet insurance, and entertainment discounts that make life easier.
• Development: Annual performance reviews, tuition assistance, and internal career growth opportunities to help you thrive.
• Financial: Generous 401(k) matches, life and disability insurance, and financial wellness tools to support your future.
• Recognition: Annual awards, service anniversaries, referral bonuses, and peer-to-peer shoutouts that spotlight your achievements.
• Wellness: Healthcare coverage, wellness programs, flu shots, and biometric screenings to support your health.