Cloud Network Architect with Security Clearance

Cloud Network Architect, Boulder, CO *Must be eligible for Public Trust Clearance** We are looking for a Cloud Network Architect to join our team supporting a federal government client. In this role, the successful candidate will design and lead the implementation of an extensible multi-vendor IaaS/PaaS cloud infrastructure to meet the federal agency''s current and future needs. Work is remote due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but can become office work at any time. The Cloud Network Architect must have significant experience creating new and moving existing workloads to the cloud. The successful candidate will create, oversee rollout, and serve as the point of escalation for managed network, security, and computational solutions. Join the team who values your skills and expertise. Cherokee Services Group (CSG) provides software, data management, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, infrastructure and business process services for federal customers. CSG takes a personalized approach to solving clients'' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. This approach gives clients the support they deserve and the quality they expect from a team that can handle every detail - a team of experts, like you. Cherokee Services Group is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on building solutions, solving complex challenges, and serving the nation''s mission around the globe for more than 60 federal clients. For more information, visit . For more company information, visit our site at: We are looking for a Cloud Network Architect to join our team supporting a federal government client. In this role, the successful candidate will design and lead the implementation of an extensible multi-vendor IaaS/PaaS cloud infrastructure to meet the federal agency''s current and future needs. Summary: The Cloud Network Architect must have significant experience creating new and moving existing workloads to the cloud. The successful candidate will create, oversee rollout, and serve as the point of escalation for managed network, security, and computational solutions. The position requires on-site presence at the client facilities in Silver Spring, MD. Boulder, CO, may be considered as an alternate location. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Engage with line and program offices to develop solutions architecture, design and implement proof of concept projects, deploy new services for customers, and support the operational Cloud environment * Build scalable network infrastructure integrating offerings from Amazon Web Services, Azure, OpenStack, and/or other cloud solutions * Develop, implement, and maintain security, load balancing, and monitoring procedures and rules within managed environments * Engage with customers to understand workload and application requirements for IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS services and recommend improvements for customer success * Develop enhancements to the existing managed service environment, design and develop proof of concept implementations for new features * Establish best practices to ensure governance and compliance * Lead the change control process with a team of cloud and network engineers * Ensure operational environments meet customer SLAs * Perform other job-related duties as assigned Supervisory/Management Authority: * This role does NOT exercise supervisory or management authority Education and/or Experience: * Bachelor''s degree in Information Systems or related field or equivalent experience * Practical experience migrating customer workloads from premises to cloud * Strong understanding of AWS and Azure technologies across compute, storage, network, database * Experience deploying Network Virtual Appliances in Cloud, most preferably from Fortinet (Palo Alto, Cisco, or F5 experience will be considered) * Deep operational experience ensuring efficient troubleshooting and speed to problem resolution Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (example: specific software, soft skills, etc. - This gets deleted) * Proven knowledge of Direct Connect, ExpressRoute and VPN connectivity options to connect AWS/Azure, and on-premises for hybrid connectivity * Strong working knowledge of networking protocols and technologies including BGP, IPsec, network segmentation, VRFs, Switching, VLANs and load balancers. * Strong understanding of identity management, federated identity systems (Microsoft ADFS), MFA, and Active Directory integration with cloud apps and Azure AD * Working knowledge of modern DevOps practices, containerization, security, and observability * Scripting ability to enable automation solutions and deploy infrastructure as code, interacting with Azure Resource Manager (ARM) with Terraform, Azure PowerShell, and Azure CLI * Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, and ability to communicate complex technical ideas to many audiences * 8+ years of experience in networking and 5+ years in cloud engineering * Excellent incident reporting and forensic skills are desired * Ability to successfully pass a drug screen and background investigation Work Environment: Work will be performed in a climate-controlled Federal office setting. Work from home is permitted currently due to COVID-19. Estimated Starting Salary Range: $ 165,000.00 - $185,000.00 annually CSG offers a competitive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans for regular full-time employees, 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%, life insurance, paid time off and more. Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable law. Pursuant to U.S. Presidential Executive Order 14042, Cherokee Federal is now requiring that all employees be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by December 8th. An individual is considered fully vaccinated two weeks after the second dose of a two-dose vaccine (i.e., Moderna or Pfizer) or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine (i.e., Johnson & Johnson). As a prospective employee, you will fall under this requirement and proof of vaccination will be needed for on-boarding, should you be selected. When you originally applied to our position posting, this necessity may not have yet been implemented. Limited exemptions for religious or medical reasons will be considered. TEMPORARY NOTE: On Tuesday, Dec. 7, a federal judge issued an injunction blocking President Joe Biden''s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for federal contractors (EO 14042). Cherokee Federal is monitoring the court case and awaiting a final ruling. As a result of the injunction, Cherokee Federal is halting the enforcement of the mandate, however, if the injunction is lifted and the mandate remains, Cherokee Federal must reenact its vaccine requirement. About the Team Cherokee Federal is a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. As a trusted partner, the Cherokee Federal team of companies manages nearly 2,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, engineering and manufacturing and mission solutions portfolios - ranging from advanced data analytics and telehealth to cybersecurity, cloud and logistics. Since 2012, our team of companies has won $6 billion in government contracts and completed more than 5,300 federal missions. Our 3,600+ employees work in 20+ countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories. Why Cherokee Federal? Visit to learn why you should join our team! Compliance Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.. If you''d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please copy and paste the links to the following two sites: and If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may e-mail for assistance. This email address is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the application process or status. Please do not send email request pertaining to recruiting as this email box is not for resumes or follow up on job applications. For Pay Transparency Non Discrimination provision, please copy and paste the following link: English_formattedESQA508c.pdf We maintain an Affirmative Action Plan for proactively seeking employment and advancement for qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Upon request, we will schedule time Tuesdays - Thursdays from 10:00am - 2:00pm CST to make applicable Affirmative Action Plans accessible. Please submit a written request with the email subject line: 2021 Request to View Affirmative Action Plan to the Compliance Administrator at . Please do not send email for job application follow-up or staffing advertisement/request pertaining to recruiting as this email box is not for resumes or job applications. CSG LI-VF1 CherokeeFederal

Created: 2025-10-04