Senior Multi-Cloud Architect

Company Overview

At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our success starts and ends with our people, so we built a company where great people can do great things, with the resources and autonomy to make decisions that transform organizations. We operate as one team of diverse people, united by a passion for continuous growth and optimization. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com

Summary

ValidaTek is seeking an experienced Multi-Cloud Engineer / Architect to support large-scale migration and operations on a large, high-profile DOD contract. The I3TS program provides enterprise-wide IT support to enable DTRA's Information Management & Technology Directorate (ITD) to consolidate, modernize, and continuously innovate the delivery of IT services and mission capabilities to DTRA's internal and external mission partners operating in CONUS and OCONUS locations.

The Multi-Cloud Engineer / Architect will lead the design and deployment of secure, scalable, and compliant cloud environments spanning Microsoft Azure, AWS, and hybrid on-premises systems.. This role will be responsible for tech requirement definition, feasibility studies, pilot projects and implementations plans, as well as diagnosing and troubleshooting outages, monitoring networks, infrastructure and systems, and proving proactive mitigation strategies.

This role is part of a highly skilled technical team responsible for designing and deploying secure, scalable, and compliant hybrid- and multi-cloud architectures that enable mission success across complex defense environments.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in cloud architecture, identity and access management (IAM), zero-trust frameworks, and multi-cloud governance, with proven experience implementing solutions within DoD IL4 / IL5-accredited environments. This role directly supports the modernization goals DTRA's mission-critical cloud transformation efforts. The selected candidate will design and implement Zero Trust-aligned, IL4 / IL5-accredited solutions integrating Azure, AWS, and on-premises systems in accordance with DoD cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement multi-cloud (Azure, AWS, hybrid) solutions that meet DoD mission objectives and cybersecurity requirements.
• Lead the configuration, integration, and optimization of Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and AWS Identity Center (formerly AWS SSO) for federated identity and centralized access control.
• Develop and enforce IAM governance, Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles, and role-based access controls (RBAC) across cloud and on-premises systems.
• Design and implement cross-cloud identity federation and SSO solutions using SAML 2.0, OIDC, and SCIM protocols.
• Integrate Azure Policy, AWS Service Control Policies (SCPs), and Terraform / Bicep automation for compliance enforcement and least-privilege security.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and compliance teams to align architectures with DISA STIGs, DoD Cloud Computing SRG (IL4 / IL5), NIST 800-53, and FedRAMP High baselines.
• Provide architectural leadership for hybrid cloud connectivity, data protection, and cross-domain security.
• Guide cloud adoption and migration strategies that enhance operational agility while maintaining security posture.
• Create and maintain architectural documentation, diagrams, and compliance traceability artifacts. Develop and maintain architectural documentation, identity diagrams, and compliance traceability.
• Stay current on Azure and multi-cloud capabilities relevant to DoD, federal, and intelligence mission systems.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications :

Posted Min Pay Rate

USD $150,000.00 / Yr.

Posted Max Pay Rate

USD $175,000.00 / Yr.

Salary Disclosure

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications.

The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive / unique experience beyond what is required.

EEO Statement

ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States.

Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.