Secret Azure Cloud Architect

Post Date

Feb 26, 2026

Location

Washington,
District Of Columbia

ZIP/Postal Code

20230
US
Apr 28, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

DC0-c3f9039e-7a51-4b5f-8046-14d18290f25c

Pay Rate

$65 - $81 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Job Description:
Design and architect robust Azure Government cloud infrastructures, including virtual networks, subnets, firewall rules, and VM configurations, to meet project requirements for scalability, high availability, and security
· Demonstrate strong knowledge of Azure Databricks, Azure Domain Transfer (ADT), and use of Kubernetes
· Use Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or Azure Resource Manager/Bicep templates) to provision and manage cloud resources
· Enable consistent environmental builds across development, staging, and production in compliance with FedRAMP deployment processes
· Integrate identity and access management (Azure AD, RBAC) into the infrastructure design
· Ensure least-privilege access to resources and implement multi-factor authentication and role segregation in line with NIST SP 800-53 controls
· Incorporate government security standards (DISA STIGs, CIS benchmarks) when configuring OS images and network settings
· Ensure data protections such as encryption at rest/in transit (using Azure Key Vault and SSL/TLS) are in place
· Plan and implement network connectivity (ExpressRoute or VPN) and cross-domain solutions if needed
· Link Azure Secret or on-premises environment, carefully managing data flows to maintain compliance with classified network policies
· Lead technical decision-making and peer reviews for architecture changes
· Create detailed design documentation and diagrams
· Guide engineering teams on best practices for cloud resource utilization and cost optimization

Pay Rate: $81.25/hr

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Required Skills & Experience

- Secret Clearance
- Azure Cloud Architecture Experience
- Azure Government (preferably Azure Secret)
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools: Terraform, Azure Bicep, or others.
- Migration experience

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Software Developer Expert Requirements and Qualifications
· Secret Clearance to start
· Bachelor's degree in computer science or relevant field; master's degree or equivalent professional experience is preferred
· Comprehensive knowledge of corporate Systems/Solutions Architecture processes and trends Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
· Experience with software development cycles
· Knowledge of Ansible and PowerShell DSC
· Expert knowledge of programming languages and technologies, including Python, Java, PHP, Apex, Drupal, SharePoint, Atlassian, GitLab, .NET, Salesforce, Docker and Containers, NGINX, Postgres, Ruby on Rails
Required Technical Skills:
· Cloud experience in Azure/Cloud.gov
· Hands-on experience with navigating Microsoft’s Azure Platform, Azure CLI, Terraform/Bicep
· Develop a data strategy vision for users with high-end analytical needs by conducting technical briefings, prototyping, road mapping, and creating architecture diagrams. This involves building a data platform that supports data flows/pipelines, Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) / Extract, Load and Transform (ELT) and orchestration, data lake/data warehousing, geospatial analysis and services, big data query and analysis. Furthermore, support stakeholder activities using popular languages, tools, packages, and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning frameworks within on-premise or cloud environments.
· Supports program with Fin-Ops initiatives focusing on optimization and efficiency, automation, utilizing industry best practices, integrating data and infrastructure security in all components of the architecture and fostering strong stakeholder relationships
· Works independently under limited supervision
· Network Architecture: Active Directory, Load traffic management (Load balancers), WAF (Web Application Firewall) Systems/Solutions Architect Desired Experience
· Visio experience and other analytics and reporting tools as desired by the customer
· Knowledge of Service Now and other IT Operations Management
Experience
· 10 years of relevant experience
• * may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
· Experience using MS Visio for updating diagrams
· Experience working in Federal or State government environments
· Ability to work independently and remotely
Certifications:
· Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Fundamentals, Azure Data Engineer, Azure Security, CISSP

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.