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Security Cloud Architect, Senior

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Chantilly, Virginia

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Architectural Services, Best Practices, CCSP - Cisco Certified Security Professional, CISM - Certified Information Security Manager, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Computer Security, DoD Directive 8140, DoD Directive 8570, Documentation, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Protection, Government, Hybrid Cloud, IAM - Information Assurance Management, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), Security Architecture, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Standards Development, System Architecture, Top Secret Clearance, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
LOCATION
Chantilly, Virginia
POSTED
6 days ago
Overview:

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Senior Security Cloud Architect to design and lead secure cloud architectures supporting high‑impact national security missions in Chantilly, VA. This role is for an architect who enjoys solving complex challenges, driving modernization, and building cloud environments where security and scale matter.

 

You will turn mission needs into secure, scalable cloud and hybrid solutions, define architectural standards, and guide engineering teams to deliver resilient platforms aligned with Zero Trust and enterprise security best practices.

 

**This is a pipeline requisition designed to collect resumes for potential upcoming work at AMERICAN SYSTEMS and does not represent a current opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted when an opening/funding becomes available**

Responsibilities:

As an AMERICAN SYSTEMS Senior Security Cloud Architect, you will:

  • Design and govern secure enterprise cloud architectures aligned with mission objectives.
  • Define and enforce Zero Trust cloud architectures aligned with NIST SP 800‑207.
  • Serve as the Government‑facing authority for cloud security architecture decisions.
  • Define cloud governance frameworks, standards, and architectural guardrails.
  • Integrate ACE cloud solutions with NRO enterprise IT and security services.
  • Develop and maintain cloud reference architectures and design artifacts.
  • Advise engineering teams on security, performance, cost, and resiliency tradeoffs.
  • Provide architectural guidance and evidence to support audits and assessments.
Qualifications:
  • Active TS/SCI clearance and current polygraph (required for consideration)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related STEM field
  • 10+ years of enterprise IT experience, including 5+ years in cloud architecture roles
  • DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level III certification (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, CISM)
  • Demonstrated experience leading enterprise or multi‑system cloud architecture initiatives
  • Experience developing and maintaining architecture documentation in regulated or classified environments
  • Strong understanding of cloud governance, security architecture, and compliance frameworks
  • Experience supporting hybrid and/or multi‑cloud environments

**This is a pipeline requisition designed to collect resumes for potential upcoming work at AMERICAN SYSTEMS and does not represent a current opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted when an opening/funding becomes available**

Pay Transparency Statement: AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $159,600.00/Yr. - USD $266,500.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement: EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

About the Company

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AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States, with approximately 1,400 employees nationwide. Based in the Washington, DC, suburb of Chantilly, VA, the company provides systems engineering, technical and managed services to government and private sector customers. AMERICAN SYSTEMS was named “Contractor of the Year” at the Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards in October, 2007.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Internet Services
FOUNDED
1975

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