The Lead AWS Systems Architect provides
architectural leadership and hands-on implementation
for AWS-based cloud solutions supporting assigned federal contracts and proposal efforts. This role is responsible for
developing, documenting, and implementing AWS architectures
in alignment with
government direction, contract requirements, and security controls . While final architectural decisions may be made by federal stakeholders, this position independently drives
technical analysis, solution development, and execution , serving as the primary contractor-side AWS expert for assigned systems. Key Responsibilities Program Architecture Execution Serve as the
contractor-side AWS architectural lead
for assigned federal contracts Develop AWS architecture designs, options, and recommendations in response to government requirements Implement approved architectures and configuration changes following government direction Translate SOWs, task orders, and security requirements into
technical implementation plans AWS Architecture & Implementation Design and implement AWS environments aligned with approved architectures Configure networking, compute, storage, IAM, monitoring, and backup solutions Develop and maintain
infrastructure-as-code (IaC)
templates and deployment artifacts Ensure implementations meet
availability, performance, security, and resilience requirements Security & Compliance Support Implement and maintain AWS configurations supporting
FISMA Moderate/High
and
FedRAMP
requirements Support ATO activities by providing technical inputs, evidence, and remediation support Address findings, POA&Ms, and audit requests for assigned systems Ensure logging, monitoring, encryption, and access controls are correctly implemented Operational Support Execute architectural changes related to patching, upgrades, and environment improvements Troubleshoot and resolve complex AWS infrastructure issues Optimize environments for
cost, performance, and operational sustainability Maintain configuration and architecture documentation for audit and sustainment purposes Proposal & Capture Support Provide AWS architecture support for
proposals, task orders, and technical responses Develop solution diagrams, narratives, and infrastructure assumptions based on solicitation requirements Support technical sizing and pricing inputs Participate in solutioning sessions as a
technical contributor Documentation & Technical Artifacts Produce and maintain
accurate, auditable architecture diagrams and system documentation Document design rationale, trade studies, and implementation details as required Ensure artifacts align with government and contract documentation standards Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience 7–10+ years
of experience in infrastructure or cloud engineering roles 5+ years
of hands-on AWS architecture experience Experience supporting
federal government systems
where technical decisions are government-led Working knowledge of
FISMA, FedRAMP, and ATO processes Proven ability to execute independently within defined government direction AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional (or ability to obtain within 90 days) AWS Certified Security – Specialty (or ability to obtain within 6 months) (Candidates without current certifications may be considered if willing to obtain within defined timeframes.) Preferred Qualifications AWS GovCloud experience Prior experience supporting systems through
ATO and steady-state operations Experience contributing to
federal proposal efforts AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional Key Competencies Strong technical execution without formal decision authority Ability to translate government direction into working solutions Comfort operating in
customer-led architecture environments Clear technical documentation and follow-through Reliable delivery under compliance and schedule constraints Why This Role Exists This role is being added to
increase technical execution capacity
across federal programs and proposal efforts. The Lead AWS Systems Architect will reduce workload concentration by independently handling architecture development, implementation, compliance support, and proposal solutioning under government direction.
architectural leadership and hands-on implementation
for AWS-based cloud solutions supporting assigned federal contracts and proposal efforts. This role is responsible for
developing, documenting, and implementing AWS architectures
in alignment with
government direction, contract requirements, and security controls . While final architectural decisions may be made by federal stakeholders, this position independently drives
technical analysis, solution development, and execution , serving as the primary contractor-side AWS expert for assigned systems. Key Responsibilities Program Architecture Execution Serve as the
contractor-side AWS architectural lead
for assigned federal contracts Develop AWS architecture designs, options, and recommendations in response to government requirements Implement approved architectures and configuration changes following government direction Translate SOWs, task orders, and security requirements into
technical implementation plans AWS Architecture & Implementation Design and implement AWS environments aligned with approved architectures Configure networking, compute, storage, IAM, monitoring, and backup solutions Develop and maintain
infrastructure-as-code (IaC)
templates and deployment artifacts Ensure implementations meet
availability, performance, security, and resilience requirements Security & Compliance Support Implement and maintain AWS configurations supporting
FISMA Moderate/High
and
FedRAMP
requirements Support ATO activities by providing technical inputs, evidence, and remediation support Address findings, POA&Ms, and audit requests for assigned systems Ensure logging, monitoring, encryption, and access controls are correctly implemented Operational Support Execute architectural changes related to patching, upgrades, and environment improvements Troubleshoot and resolve complex AWS infrastructure issues Optimize environments for
cost, performance, and operational sustainability Maintain configuration and architecture documentation for audit and sustainment purposes Proposal & Capture Support Provide AWS architecture support for
proposals, task orders, and technical responses Develop solution diagrams, narratives, and infrastructure assumptions based on solicitation requirements Support technical sizing and pricing inputs Participate in solutioning sessions as a
technical contributor Documentation & Technical Artifacts Produce and maintain
accurate, auditable architecture diagrams and system documentation Document design rationale, trade studies, and implementation details as required Ensure artifacts align with government and contract documentation standards Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience 7–10+ years
of experience in infrastructure or cloud engineering roles 5+ years
of hands-on AWS architecture experience Experience supporting
federal government systems
where technical decisions are government-led Working knowledge of
FISMA, FedRAMP, and ATO processes Proven ability to execute independently within defined government direction AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional (or ability to obtain within 90 days) AWS Certified Security – Specialty (or ability to obtain within 6 months) (Candidates without current certifications may be considered if willing to obtain within defined timeframes.) Preferred Qualifications AWS GovCloud experience Prior experience supporting systems through
ATO and steady-state operations Experience contributing to
federal proposal efforts AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional Key Competencies Strong technical execution without formal decision authority Ability to translate government direction into working solutions Comfort operating in
customer-led architecture environments Clear technical documentation and follow-through Reliable delivery under compliance and schedule constraints Why This Role Exists This role is being added to
increase technical execution capacity
across federal programs and proposal efforts. The Lead AWS Systems Architect will reduce workload concentration by independently handling architecture development, implementation, compliance support, and proposal solutioning under government direction.