MCCO Cloud Architect | Active TS/SCI CI Poly

Transform technology into opportunity as a Cloud Architect at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.
 

The Marine Corps Cyberspace Operations (MCCO) Tool Developer program builds custom software that supports real-world cyber missions. Developers create tools that help defend Marine networks, identify vulnerabilities, automate cyber tasks, and support authorized offensive cyber operations. It’s a hands-on, mission-driven role where you’ll design and prototype solutions used directly by Marine Corps cyber teams and U.S. Cyber Command.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Cloud Architect, the work you’ll do for GDIT will be impactful to the mission of Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command (MARFORCYBER) at Ft. Meade, MD:

• Define and guide the technical vision for advanced software and system architectures that directly support Marine Corps cyber missions.

• Lead the strategy, design, and adoption of cloud technologies that power MARFORCYBER’s most critical operations.

• Engineer smart, secure data models and interfaces that ensure high performance, reliability, and mission-grade security.

• Own and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure to keep mission systems resilient, available, and ready.

• Build, configure, and secure cloud environments that meet strict DoD and cybersecurity standards.

• Continuously monitor and optimize cloud systems to keep them running at peak performance.

• Create clear, high-quality documentation and architecture artifacts that guide teams and shape future capabilities.

• Partner closely with developers and operators to deliver modern, scalable, secure cloud-based solutions that make a real operational impact.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your software engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. Our Cloud Architect must have:

• Security Clearance Level: Active TS/SCI with CI Poly

• Experience: 10+ years of experience in software architecture, cloud architecture, or related fields.

• Expertise with C/C++; Python highly desired

• Proficiency with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, and IBM Cloud.

• Experience with cloud infrastructure including virtual machines, containers, and serverless computing.

• Strong understanding of cloud operations, monitoring, and compliance.

• Ability to define system architecture, design data models, and develop interface specifications.

• Experience maintaining technical documentation and system architecture diagrams.

• Certification Requirements: CompTIA Security+ CE

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree; Master's Degree preferred

• Work Location: Onsite in Ft. Meade, MD.

• US Citizenship Required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud architectures.

• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.

• Familiarity with MARFORCYBER and USCYBERCOM operational environments.

• Systems Programming

• CNO Development

• Mobile Devices

• Linux

• Writing applications

• Virtualization

• Containerization

• VR/VRE

• Network Devices

• Automation

• Scripting

• Methodology

• Malware experience

• 8140 Compliant

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation.