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Cloud Solutions Architect - $200K – $280K

RCT Systems
RCT Systems Salary
Reston, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/16/2026
This role supports end-to-end software engineering and cloud architecture for mission-critical systems. The architect designs, builds, deploys, and operates cloud-based applications while also managing infrastructure, security, and operations across cloud and on-prem environments.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain cloud-native applications
  • Provide software architecture solutions and technical leadership
  • Manage and secure virtual and physical servers (VMware; Windows & Linux)
  • Build and operate containerized systems using Kubernetes
  • Implement automation, orchestration, monitoring, backups, and disaster recovery
  • Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and regulatory best practices
  • Troubleshoot hardware/software issues and support help desk/JIRA requests
  • Maintain server racks, cabling, KVMs, and physical infrastructure

Required Skills:
  • Cloud application design and development (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Object-oriented programming (Java, Go, C#)
  • Front-end development (React, Angular, or Vue)
  • Linux development and administration (CentOS/Ubuntu/Rocky)
  • Kubernetes, containerization, and orchestration (Terraform, Ansible, Helm)
  • Networking and VPNs (OpenVPN, Wireguard, IPSec)
  • Systems administration, monitoring, patching, backups, and security
  • Strong communication and cross-team collaboration
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
  • TS/SCI with Polygraph

Desired Skills:
  • Deep experience with Java/Go and JavaScript
  • CI/CD automation (e.g., GitLab)
  • Cloud services (EC2, S3, EKS, EFS, Route53, Load Balancers)
  • Virtualization (VMware), scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell)
  • Relevant Linux, Microsoft, or networking certifications

Summary:
A senior, hands-on cloud architect role combining software development, cloud engineering, Kubernetes, and systems administration in a high-security environment, supporting mission-critical government systems.



RCT Systems offers:
  • Competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
  • Immediate 401k vesting
  • Generous PTO and flexible schedules
  • $500.00 annual technology allowance
RCT Systems is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

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