Job Description

SMX is seeking a Mid-Level Cloud Architect to support a federal law enforcement HR data analytics program. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure cloud-based solutions that enable data analytics, reporting, and application modernization. The ideal candidate has strong AWS experience and a proven background delivering cloud solutions in secure environments. This is a full-time position requiring on-site work four days per week at a client location in Washington, D.C.

This is a full-time position requiring on-site work four days a week at a client’s office in Washington, D.C. An active Top Secret clearance is mandatory.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support cloud architecture design and implementation across AWS environments.
• Provision, configure, and optimize cloud infrastructure and services.
• Manage cloud services including compute, storage, networking, and IAM.
• Partner with data engineers and developers to support data pipelines, analytics platforms, and applications.
• Support cloud migration and modernization efforts, including scalable and container-based deployments.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot cloud and infrastructure issues.
• Develop and maintain architecture documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Support logging, monitoring, and security best practices within the cloud environment.
• Contribute to ATO and compliance-related activities as needed.
• Work within Agile teams to deliver solutions aligned with mission priorities.

Required Skills:

• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in cloud engineering, cloud architecture, or cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred).
• Demonstrated experience designing and supporting cloud-based systems in production environments.
• Experience with AWS core services (EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, RDS, etc.).
• Experience with cloud networking, security, and monitoring best practices.
• Familiarity with tools such as CloudWatch, Splunk, or similar platforms.
• Ability to troubleshoot across cloud, infrastructure, and application layers.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments.

Desired Skills/Experience:

• AWS certification (Solutions Architect, SysOps, Developer, etc.).
• Experience supporting federal government IT systems or contracts.
• Exposure to data platforms, data warehousing, or BI tools (Strategy, ThoughtSpot, Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience with SQL, Python, or AWS data services (e.g., Redshift).
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, EKS, containers, or cloud-native architectures.
• Experience supporting ATO processes or compliance documentation.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

**This position requires four days a week on site at customer location in Washington DC.

Application deadline 6-5-2026

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is: $114,600—$192,500 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).