Bowhead seeks a Senior Systems Architect - Cloud to support our customer on the Nautical contract in the Arlington, VA area. This role requires leading the architectural design and implementation of cloud-native solutions for mission-critical Department of Defense applications while driving strategic migration of legacy DoD systems to secure cloud environments.
Requirements
- Expert knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) with emphasis on government cloud environments including AWS GovCloud and Azure Government
- Proficiency in containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture, API design, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices
- Experience with database migration strategies, data architecture, and legacy system integration
- Knowledge of networking technologies including routing, firewalls, VPNs, and hybrid cloud connectivity
- Meets the Core and Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Tasks (KSATs) defined in the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework for Work Role 802 (NIST: OV-PM-002) and Work Role 632 (NIST: SP-SYS-002)
- Required: CompTIA Security+, AWS Solutions Architect Professional or Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Responsibilities
- Lead architectural design and implementation of cloud-native solutions for mission-critical DoD applications and legacy system migrations to secure cloud environments
- Design and oversee end-to-end cloud architecture strategies across AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and other FedRAMP-authorized cloud platforms
- Implement and maintain security controls compliant with NIST, FISMA, DoD security frameworks, and DOD Directive 8140
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of existing DoD applications to determine optimal migration pathways and develop cost-efficiency strategies
- Oversee development and coordinate technical solutions for requirements, ensuring compatibility within the customers infrastructure
- Create and maintain detailed architectural documentation, migration plans, security compliance reports, and IT services documentation
- Identify and mitigate technical and security risks throughout migration processes and recommend GOTS/COTS software applications
Other
- Minimum 5+ years of experience managing 10+ personnel for IT and/or cybersecurity efforts in DoD environments
- Minimum 5 years experience working with DoD systems and understanding of military operational requirements
- Work closely with government stakeholders, customer, and external stakeholders in working groups, technical exchange meetings, and other forums
- Chair/co-chair meetings and working groups on behalf of government representatives as directed
- Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level with SCI eligibility and maintain SAP eligibility.
