Azure Cloud Architect / Developer SME

Responsibilities

• Architect secure, scalable Azure GovCloud infrastructures and network connectivity
• Design cloud-native data platforms, pipelines, and analytics architectures.
• Automate cloud provisioning with Terraform/ARM/Bicep; ensure consistent, FedRAMP‑compliant environments
• Implement Azure AD, RBAC, least‑privilege, encryption, and NIST‑aligned security controls
• Apply DISA STIGs/CIS benchmarks and lead architecture reviews/documentation
• Drive FinOps optimization and guide engineering teams on cloud best practices
• Migrate and modernize with config-level changes
• Push toward Platform as a Service (PaaS) and cloud-native where possible
• Replatform if the application can leverage Azure PaaS
• Rehost using Azure Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) if the application can't leverage Azure PaaS
• Use Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and the Azure Well-Architected Framework

Requirements

• Cloud Architectures, Cloud Development, Cloud Solutions, Microsoft Azure Certifications:
• None Experience:
• 10 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required:
• Yes
• Job Description:
• GDIT is seeking a Cloud Architect / Developer SME to design, build, and secure large-scale Azure Government environments supporting mission‑critical federal systems.
• Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, or equivalent experience
• Experience: 10+ years cloud engineering/architecture experience, with at least 5+ years of experience with Azure-specific work
• Experience leading teams of 5 or more
• Experience with Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and the Azure Well-Architected Framework
• Strong Azure, Terraform/Bicep, networking, automation, and security expertise
• Familiarity with Ansible, PowerShell DSC, and modern development tools/languages
• Must be able to interface with and present to government officials at all levels
• Required Certification(s): (Must possess or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire at least one of the following)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
• -or- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
• Clearance: Must possess and maintain an Active Secret or higher clearance
• US Citizenship Required
• Location: Remote
• GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
• At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
• OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
• Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation
• #GDITLA
• The likely salary range for this position is $170,144 - $212,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
• Scheduled Weekly Hours:
• 40
• Travel Required:
• 10-25%
• T elecommuting Options:
• Remote
• Work Location:
• Any Location / Remote
• Additional Work Locations:
• Total Rewards at GDIT:
• We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consultin

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Additional Information

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Software Engineering Job Qualifications:

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