Cloud Solutions Architect

VTG Defense

Jan 22, 2026
Overview VTG Defense is seeking aCloudSolutions Architectto supportU.S. Air Forces Central (AFCENT)mission systems across NIPR/SIPR and coalition environments. This role leads cloud cost governance,optimization, and costsharing implementation for multicloud platforms while partnering with AFCENT A6/A8, PMOs, cyber, finance, and the CAOC. The ideal candidate blendsFinOps, DoD financial governance, and cloud engineering awarenessto deliver auditready, missionaligned outcomes. What will you do? Optimizeand govern cloudspendingacrossAzure Governmentin IL2-IL6 and coalition environments Implementtagging strategy and TBM frameworkto enablemissionlevel cost transparency Buildforecasts, POM inputs, and execution dashboardswith variance analysis for AFCENT leadership Align cloud financial practices withPPBE, DoD FMR (7000.14R),andcolorofmoneyrulesrequirements SupportCI/CD pipelines (GitLab)andKubernetesbasedplatforms in secure, multitenant environments Contribute tocloudnative architectures, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes),IaC, and compliancedriven reference patterns (RMF, ATO) Coordinate with engineering, cyber, contracting, finance, and coalition partners to ensure cost decisions support mission and security timelines Brief seniorleaders;translate technical cloud billing intooperational and mission impacts Do you have what it takes? Required Qualifications CompTIA Security+ certification(or higher) Experience inDoD or Air Force environments, preferablyMAJCOM/COCOM or CAOCoperations Knowledge ofPPBE, DoD FMR, WBS, and colorofmoneyconstraints Handson experience withAWS GovCloud and/or Azure Governmentcloud cost management ProficiencywithExcel and Power BIfor financial analysis and reporting Familiarity withATOgoverned systems, POA&Ms, andIL2-IL6environments Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and nontechnical audiences Preferred Qualifications FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP)or Advanced Practitioner ActiveSecret clearancewiththe abilityto obtainTS/SCI Experience withCloud One / Platform One,Iron Bank, orDevSecOpspipelines Scripting (Python/PowerShell) andInfrastructureasCode(Terraform/ARM/CloudFormation) Experience supportingsoftware acquisition pathwaysand cloud contracting mechanisms