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Sr Cloud Architect

Apex Systems
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/27/2026
Job#: 3045355

Job Description:
Sr Cloud Architect

Location: Arlington, Virginia (Partial Remote)

Role Overview

We are seeking an innovative and passionate Cloud Engineer to deliver cutting-edge solutions in architecting, implementing, and maintaining secure cloud solutions for mission-driven objectives. You will collaborate with dynamic cross-functional teams to design and deliver scalable, efficient platforms that empower real-world impact in high-stakes environments. In this role, you will play a vital part in advancing operational excellence, security, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and deploy cloud-based solutions tailored to vital mission needs.
  • Spearhead cloud migration strategies and ensure cost-efficient cloud management.
  • Implement robust zero-trust security models, encryption, and identity access controls.
  • Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible to automate provisioning and manage configurations.
  • Partner with software engineers and DevOps teams to deliver seamless, scalable technical solutions.
  • Build and manage containerized workloads using Kubernetes, Docker, or OpenShift.
  • Support government cloud environments and apply a strong understanding of DevSecOps principles.
Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.

Experience: 9 years in cloud engineering, including hands-on expertise with AWS, Azure, or equivalent cloud platforms. Experience supporting government cloud environments is required.

Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible).
  • Practical experience with container orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
  • Strong familiarity with cloud security policies and tools, including encryption and IAM.
  • Expertise in Linux/Windows system administration within cloud environments.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.
  • Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies with tools like JIRA.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Industry certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect.
  • Additional security certifications like CISSP, CCSP, or Security .
  • Experience in cloud-cost optimization (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer).
  • Competence with serverless architectures, microservices, or analytics platforms.
  • Knowledge of enterprise system integration (Active Directory, hybrid data platforms, HPC).


Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or . Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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