Senior Cloud Engineer / Architect (Azure)

Overview

Intelligent Waves is seeking a Senior Cloud engineer / Architect (Azure) to support large-scale migration and operations on a large, high-profile DOD contract. The contract provides enterprise-wide IT support to enable the organization's IT Directorate to consolidate, modernize, and continuously innovate the delivery of IT services and mission capabilities to internal and external mission partners operating in CONUS and OCONUS locations.

The Senior Cloud Engineer / Architect (Azure) supports design of a new, modernized updated and upgraded capabilities for the organization. This role will be responsible for technical requirement definition, feasibility studies, pilot projects and implementations plans, as well as diagnosing and troubleshooting outages, monitoring networks, infrastructure and systems, and proving proactive mitigation strategies. This role is part of a highly skilled technical team responsible for designing and deploying secure, scalable, and compliant hybrid- and multi-cloud architectures that enable mission success across complex defense environments.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise in Microsoft Azure architecture, identity and access management (IAM), Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory), and cross-cloud interoperability. The selected candidate will design and implement Zero Trust-aligned, IL4 / IL5-accredited solutions integrating Azure, AWS, and on-premises systems in accordance with DoD cybersecurity requirements.

Location : Fort Belvoir , VA

Travel : None

Clearance Requirement : TS / SCI

Intelligent Waves delivers mission-focused multi-domain operational expertise and innovation to the Government through high-impact technology solutions in cybersecurity, data science, enterprise network & systems engineering, software development, and cognitive human performance.

ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. ANY DOMAIN.

Since 2006, we have proudly served federal agencies including the Department of Defense. Our ability to operate globally in a wide range of environments, coupled with our deep understanding of customer needs and requirements, enables us to provide cost-effective solutions to support the most complex missions.

Adherence to all customer site protocols is mandatory for employees.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and secure Azure-based cloud architectures in alignment with DoD mission objectives and cybersecurity standards

Lead configuration, deployment, and management of Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD for centralized identity, single sign-on (SSO), and role-based access control (RBAC) across Azure tenants and subscriptions

Integrate federated identity solutions with AWS Identity Center, Okta, or on-premises Active Directory

Develop and enforce Azure governance frameworks, including Azure Policy, Management Groups, and Blueprints, ensuring alignment with DoD Zero Trust and least-privilege principles

Architect and secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and DoD on-premises networks, ensuring consistent identity and access management across clouds

Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure solutions comply with DISA STIGs, DoD Cloud Computing SRG, FedRAMP High, and NIST 800-53 controls

Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Bicep, Terraform, or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

TS / SCI Clearance

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification

Active Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification (or equivalent)

BS degree and 12+ years of prior relevant experience or a Masters degree with 10+ years of prior relevant experience, additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

5+ years of experience designing and implementing secure Azure-based solutions in enterprise or government environments

Proven expertise in Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD, Azure RBAC, and Conditional Access

Experience with multi-cloud identity integration (Azure + AWS or GCP)

Hands-on experience with Terraform, Bicep, Azure CLI, and CI / CD automation

Desired Qualifications :

Experience implementing Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) within DoD or federal environments

Deep familiarity with Azure Government, Azure Lighthouse, and Azure Arc for multi-tenant management

Experience with Kubernetes (AKS) and container security in classified or restricted networks

Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert

Benefits

Intelligent Waves offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid PTO, life and disability insurance. We invest in our employees' futures by contributing with vesting starting from DAY 1, technical training, tuition bonuses, and much more.

Clearance Statement

Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, Intelligent Waves will consider only applicants with current security clearances or those eligible to obtain one.

Equal Opportunity

Intelligent Waves LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, military and / or veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Intelligent Waves is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified candidates and employees. If you need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact humanresources@intelligentwaves.com .

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Job Locations US-VA-Fort Belvoir

Job ID 2025-4346

Category Systems Engineering / Admin

Employment Type Regular Full-Time

Travel None

Remote No Remote Work