Cloud Solutions Architect

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is looking for a Cloud Solutions Architect to add to our growing team based out of Virginia! The ideal candidate has familiarity with the following skillsets: Programming Languages & Scripting / Cloud Platforms & Services / Systems Architecture & Engineering / Cybersecurity & Accreditation / Data Engineering & Analytics / Machine Learning & Data Science / Software Development & Tools / Enterprise IT & Endpoint Services / Documentation, Communication & Collaboration / Specialized Tools & Technologies.

• An active security clearance with a polygraph.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, JavaScript, and shell scripting for automation and data processing tasks
• Experience with SQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL for relational database development and querying
• Ability to work with structured and unstructured data formats including JSON and XML
• Familiarity with modern programming environments such as Visual Studio, WebStorm, and notebook-based development
• Hands-on experience designing and implementing secure, scalable cloud infrastructure in AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Proven ability to configure and maintain cloud services including EC2, S3, Lambda, VPC, and IAM roles
• Experience with cloud security best practices, including encryption, access control, and compliance frameworks
• Familiarity with multi-cloud networking, traffic engineering, and performance optimization across cloud platforms
• Demonstrated experience in systems architecture, virtualization (VMWare), and infrastructure deployment
• Ability to lead full lifecycle systems development including design, testing, and integration
• Familiarity with ICD 503 and A&A processes for secure system accreditation
• Experience with identity lifecycle management and enterprise IT integration
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles including DNS, routing, VPNs, and certificate authentication
• Experience supporting A&A workflows and implementing security controls across cloud and on-prem environments
• Familiarity with Certificate Authorities and secure authentication protocols
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CISM are highly desirable
• Experience designing and maintaining ETL pipelines using tools like Spark, NiFi, and Pentaho
• Proficiency in data modeling, governance, and cataloging across structured and unstructured datasets
• Hands-on experience with Elasticsearch, Neo4j, and other graph or search databases
• Ability to transform and enrich data for analytics using Python, SQL, and cloud-native tools
• Experience developing and deploying machine learning models using TensorFlow, PyTorch, or SageMaker
• Familiarity with unsupervised learning techniques and feature engineering for large-scale datasets
• Ability to integrate ML workflows into data platforms and cloud environments
• Knowledge of retrieval augmented generation (RAG) and modern AI-driven analytics is a plus
• Full-stack development experience across desktop, web, and cloud platforms
• Proficiency with front-end frameworks like React and back-end tools including REST APIs and containerized services
• Experience with Git, JIRA, and CI/CD pipelines for agile software delivery
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and secure coding standards
• Experience managing Microsoft Office 365, Windows environments, and endpoint configuration tools (MECM, GPO)
• Ability to troubleshoot performance issues and maintain compliance with enterprise security policies
• Familiarity with Active Directory, DHCP, and SQL Server in enterprise settings
• Understanding of sponsor-specific systems and mission environments is highly valued
• Strong technical writing skills for SOPs, system documentation, and stakeholder briefings
• Experience using Confluence, JIRA, and other collaboration platforms for task tracking and reporting
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Proven success in cross-functional team environments and stakeholder engagement
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration in cloud environments
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau and BI platforms
• Hands-on experience with forensic analysis tools and graph database queries