Iron EagleX, a GDIT company, contributes to the U.S. government’s mission of protecting our nation and enables our customers to make quicker decisions and act faster than our adversaries.
Collaboration
Docker (Software)
Kubernetes
Terraform (Software)
Windows Azure Cloud
Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.
OUR COMPANY
Iron EagleX (IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), delivers agile IT and Intelligence solutions. Combining small‑team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user‑focused solutions that help organizations operate smarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments.
YOUR IMPACT
Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of War’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Solutions Architect position is in support of HQSOCOM at MacDill AFB.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As a Solutions Architect, you will play a multifaceted role developing and implementing platform and infrastructure solutions while managing Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and Configuration-as-Code (CaC) processes. You will ensure smooth and efficient implementation of complex systems, diagnose and resolve technical issues, and collaborate across teams to meet mission and project requirements within scope, time, and budget constraints.
This role requires exceptional problem‑solving ability, strong communication skills, and deep expertise in systems architecture, emerging technologies, and enterprise‑level cloud environments.
This role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
JOB DUTIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO)
• Design, develop, and implement scalable and reliable platform and infrastructure solutions that meet enterprise mission requirements
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess technology and business needs, evaluate solution options, and recommend optimal architectures
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring alignment with best practices and standards
• Partner with business development teams to identify new opportunities, support proposal development, and participate in customer engagements
• Work closely with project managers and mission partners to ensure delivery within established scope, timeline, and budget
• Conduct research and evaluation of emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks to ensure solutions align with industry best practices
• Participate in prototype development to validate solution feasibility
REQUIRED SKILLS
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing and implementing platform and infrastructure solutions for large‑scale enterprise applications
• Strong expertise in cloud computing, virtualization, containerization, networking, and security
• Proven experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and methodologies including CI/CD, automation, and monitoring
• Proficiency with IaC and CaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, Chef, Puppet)
• Experience with version control tools such as Git or SVN
• Scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
• Knowledge of containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes
• Strong understanding of cloud networking and security
• Experience designing highly available, scalable, and fault‑tolerant systems using IaC/CaC
• Experience with Agile and DevOps practices
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and in fast‑paced, dynamic environments
Desired Skills:
• USSOCOM/SOF experience preferred
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
• Clearance: Active TS/SCI required
• Experience: 12 years of related experience, including 5 years specialized
• Education: BS in Engineering or related technical field (relevant experience may substitute)
• Certifications: Security+ CE or other 8570 certification required; AWS or Azure Cloud Professional certification preferred
• Role Requirements: Onsite work at MacDill AFB
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible
IEX/GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At IEX/GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
• Growth: AI‑powered career tools for development and advancement
• Support: Internal mobility team dedicated to career success
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, 401K with company match, competitive pay, and PTO
• Community: Award‑winning culture of innovation and military‑friendly values
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at IEX/GDIT and discover endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for mission success.
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* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA
Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP) | Cisco - Cisco
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) | International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2) - International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2)
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U.S. Citizenship Required
The likely salary range for this position is $140,250 - $189,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
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We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
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