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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

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