Overview
VTG is looking for a Cloud professional in Chantilly, VA. (Note: Contingent upon program award).
Cloud I provides entry-level technical advisory support to government programs, assisting with oversight of cloud-based software systems, documentation reviews, and compliance assessments in a SETA capacity.
Cloud II provides independent technical advisory support, evaluating cloud-based software solutions, architectures, and contractor performance to ensure mission alignment, security, and scalability.
Cloud III serves as a trusted technical advisor to government leadership, providing strategic oversight and guidance across complex, cloud-based software programs in a SETA role.
What will you do?
Cloud I Support review of cloud-based software architectures and design documentation
Assist with assessment of contractor cloud solutions for alignment with requirements and standards
Support analysis of cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) from an oversight perspective
Help maintain technical documentation, requirements traceability, and assessment artifacts
Participate in technical reviews, working groups, and cloud architecture discussions
Track cloud-related risks, issues, and action items under senior guidance
Support coordination between government stakeholders and cloud service providers
Cloud II Analyze and assess cloud-based software architectures and design approaches
Review contractor cloud implementation plans, migration strategies, and technical deliverables
Evaluate compliance with cloud security, governance, and enterprise architecture standards
Advise program leadership on cloud tradeoffs, risks, and integration impacts
Support Agile and DevSecOps processes as a government technical advisor
Contribute to development of cloud technical guidance and evaluation criteria
Prepare cloud-focused technical briefings and recommendations
Cloud III Provide senior-level advisory support on cloud architecture strategy and lifecycle management
Lead government reviews of contractor cloud designs, roadmaps, and modernization efforts
Advise leadership on cloud scalability, security, resiliency, and cost considerations
Support development of cloud governance frameworks, technical standards, and evaluation criteria
Participate in senior technical reviews, milestone events, and executive briefings
Assess alignment of cloud solutions with mission needs and enterprise cloud strategies
Mentor junior and mid-level cloud software experts
Support acquisition and source selection activities with cloud technical expertise
Do you have what it takes?
TS/SCI with Poly Required
Cloud I 1-4 years of experience supporting software or cloud-based systems
Foundational understanding of cloud computing concepts and architectures
Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
Preferred Qualifications: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), Google Cloud Digital Leader
Preferred (DoD/IC): CompTIA Security+ (or ability to obtain)
Cloud II 5-9 years of experience supporting software-intensive or cloud-based systems
Strong understanding of cloud architectures, shared responsibility models, and service offerings
Experience performing technical oversight of contractor cloud solutions
Strong written and verbal communication skills
(one or more): AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305 or equivalent), Google Professional Cloud Architect
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
Preferred Qualifications: CompTIA Security+ or higher, SAFe Agilist or Agile-related certification
Cloud III Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
10+ years of experience supporting software-intensive or cloud-centric programs
Deep understanding of enterprise cloud architectures and multi-cloud environments
Proven experience providing technical oversight and advisory support (non-developer role)
Strong leadership, briefing, and stakeholder engagement skills
(one or more) AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect
Preferred Qualifications: CISSP or CCSP, DoD 8570 / 8140 compliance certifications
Optional: SAFe Agilist, ITIL, or Cloud Security Alliance certifications
| Location | Chantilly, VA |