Senior cloud architect

Company Overview

Pantheon Data (a Kenific Holding company) is a private, small business based in the Washington, DC, area. Pantheon Data was founded in 2011, initially providing acquisition and supply chain management services to the US Coast Guard. Our service offerings have grown in the past ten years, including infrastructure resiliency, contact center operations, information technology, software engineering, program management, strategic communications, engineering, and cybersecurity. We have also grown our customer base to include commercial clients. The company has used this experience to expand our service offerings to other agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Defense (DoD), and other Federal Civilian Agencies.

Position Overview

Pantheon Data is seeking a Senior Cloud Infrastructure Architect to join team and design secure, scalable cloud solutions in support of mission-critical military and government client projects. This role requires a hands-on, keyboard-first approach to deliver high-assurance cloud environments that meet rigorous DoD cybersecurity, compliance, and interoperability standards.

You will partner with military stakeholders, program managers, and technical teams to architect, implement, and optimize AWS-based infrastructure to ensure operational readiness, system integration, and adherence to federal regulations such as NIST, FedRAMP, and DoD Cloud Computing SRG.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement AWS-based infrastructure solutions for classified and unclassified environments in alignment with DoD and federal compliance standards.
• Build and manage NoSQL and RDBMS database environments supporting secure mission applications.
• Design and implement CI/CD pipelines to enable rapid, reliable, and compliant deployments.
• Ensure system interoperability and integration across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments for joint military operations.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or similar tools to enable secure, repeatable deployments.
• Collaborate with cyber teams to integrate security controls into infrastructure designs, ensuring compliance with RMF (Risk Management Framework) requirements.
• Provide architectural governance and technical leadership across multiple defense program teams.
• Maintain awareness of emerging cloud and security technologies relevant to DoD mission needs.

Required Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of IT infrastructure architecture experience, with 3+ years in cloud-focused roles.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrated experience architecting solutions in accordance with DoD Cloud Computing SRG and RMF requirements.
• Proficiency in secure networking, encryption, and identity/access management in classified and unclassified environments.
• Strong command of AWS cloud architecture best practices, including cost optimization, availability, and resilience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and organized with a strong commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact clearly and succinctly in written and oral presentations.
• Ability to meet deadlines and produce quality work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite software including Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience supporting government or military programs with mission-critical cloud deployments.
• AWS (Amazon Web Services) certification(s) a plus.
• Working knowledge of Agile Scrum methodology.
• Experience with project tasking tools, like JIRA/Confluence.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior employees.

Clearance Requirements

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Work Location: Virginia - Remote

• Our company prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
• If the position is remote or hybrid, you may periodically work from a Pantheon Data office location or client site.
• If this position is assigned to a Pantheon Data office location or client site, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for specific client requirements.

Benefits Overview

We are always looking for good people! Pantheon Data is committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries and benefits in order to increase employee satisfaction and productivity. In addition to our benefits, we also offer SmartBenefits through the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority, where you specify an amount of your pre-tax wages be paid directly to your SmarTrip account. In some cases, tuition assistance may be available for continuing education expenses and certifications related to their position. Additional details may be found at

Pantheon Data Important Information

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Talent Team at

[email protected]

or by phone (571) 363-4020.

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