Security Cloud Architect, Senior

Security Cloud Architect, Senior

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

United States, Virginia, Chantilly 13996 Parkeast Circle (Show on map) May 12, 2026 Security Cloud Architect, Senior Location US-VA-Chantilly

ID 2026-4018

Category Software & Systems Development Position Type Full-Time Remote No Clearance Required Top Secret/SCI Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

is seeking a Senior Security Cloud Architect to design and lead secure cloud architectures supporting highimpact 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 800207.

Serve as the Governmentfacing 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 multisystem 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 multicloud environments •This is a pipeline requisition designed to collect resumes for potential upcoming work at

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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