DoD Senior Cloud Architect (IL5/IL6)

Company Overview Sentient Digital, Inc. (SDi) provides technology solutions and services to Defense, Federal, and Commercial clients under various delivery models. Our focus is on helping clients achieve their objectives through solutions and services in the cloud, cybersecurity, software development, systems engineering, and integration. Our capability areas include mission software solutions, professional services, cyber mission assurance, enabling technology, and integrated solutions. Description We are seeking a DoD Senior Cloud Architect to lead the transition of a Windows-based .NET application to a cloud-native environment, ideally using the ASP.NET Core cross-platform web development framework. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both Azure and AWS GovCloud platforms, enabling them to evaluate and architect a scalable, secure, and compliant solution for highly regulated environments, including IL-5 / IL-6. This role will focus on designing cloud-native infrastructure, guiding the development team, and establishing the necessary DevSecOps processes to ensure scalability, performance, and security. Locations : Brunswick, ME (Preferred); Also, would consider : Warrenton, VA; Lexington Park, MD; Doylestown, PA Responsibilities : Evaluate both Azure and AWS GovCloud environments to determine the most suitable platform for hosting the application, considering factors such as scalability, security (IL-5 / IL-6), and integration with existing systems.Design and architect a cloud-native solution to transition the current Windows-based .NET application to the cloud, focusing on microservices, autoscaling, and secure architecture.Implement multi-cloud strategies where appropriate, enabling flexibility between Azure and AWS GovCloud.Collaborate with development, DevSecOps, and data teams to ensure seamless integration and continuous deployment of cloud services.Ensure that the cloud architecture adheres to IL-5 / IL-6 security standards, with a focus on compliance, encryption, and data protection.Establish and oversee the setup of DevSecOps pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring.Provide guidance on the transition of data architecture to a cloud-native model, ensuring performance and security across distributed systems.Stay current with both Azure and AWS GovCloud technologies and best practices, offering continuous improvements to cloud infrastructure and deployment processes.Implement strategies for disaster recovery (DR) and high availability (HA) in a multi-region / multi-availability zone environment. Qualifications : 10 years of experience in cloud architecture and IT infrastructure, with a strong focus on both Azure and AWS GovCloud platforms.Clearance : Candidate must have a SECRET clearance or be able to acquire a SECRET clearanceProven experience designing and implementing cloud-native architectures for large-scale, enterprise applications.Expertise in cloud security and compliance for IL-5 / IL-6 environments.Strong understanding of microservices, serverless computing, and container orchestration using tools such as Kubernetes and Docker.Experience with setting up and managing DevSecOps pipelines, including tools like Azure DevOps, AWS CodePipeline, and Jenkins.Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager (ARM).Strong experience in designing for high availability and disaster recovery across multiple regions or availability zones.Certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are preferred.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Additional Information Candidates must be willing to submit to a background check prior to employment. Physical requirements for this position include the ability to lift 25 pounds regularly, the ability to move safely in confined spaces, the ability to wear personal protective gear correctly when needed, the ability to go onsite to company and customer worksites, the ability to remain seated for extended periods of time, the ability to use a computer keyboard, and the ability to see and respond to dangerous situations when needed. Sentient Digital, Inc. and RDA, Inc. are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.