Cloud Solutions Architect

Full Timejunior

McLean, VAPosted 10 weeks ago

Role Overview

Core One is hiring a entry-level Cloud Solutions Architect. This is a full-time role in McLean. Part of Core One's Security hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Junior-level Security roles is $83k-$105k (based on 61 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

Join our team at Core One! Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges. In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first! We are committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent! We offer a competitive total compensation package that sets us apart from our competition. Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic, and growing company that values exceptional performance!

Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Summary

Core One is seeking a Cloud Solutions Architect who will be responsible for leading the technical design and implementation of the tool, ensuring that development practices align with sponsor requirements, security standards, and federal compliance frameworks. Beyond initial delivery, you will continue to lead the team post-deployment by managing maintenance, updates, and feature enhancements to ensure ongoing performance, compliance, and usability.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and deployment of the web-based tool using AWS cloud services on Sponsor's classified systems
Drive and implement application architecture to ensure reliability and compliance with Sponsor and federal requirements
Oversee coding standards, code reviews, and QA practices.
Drive the integration of APIs, databases, and other services to support functionality for non-technical users.
Partner with compliance officers, legal, and the Program Managers, to ensure development, documentation, and reporting meet regulatory expectations.
Work closely with the IT PM and Sponsor stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
Continuously improve system reliability, monitoring, and automation.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree, or more advanced degree, in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field
3+ years of cumulative experience spanning IT systems administration, IT system/software development and integration, IT system/software development and integration, IT system/software testing, cybersecurity compliance, IT system troubleshooting, and incident response
2+ years of experience in system administration of Sponsor Systems
6+ years of experience in application design, development and deployment of classified IC systems of similar scope and complexity
4+ years of combined experience in Sponsor’s Amazon Web Services environment (C2S or C2E) cloud systems administration, containerization, cloud environment management, and compliance assessments
Experience with SecDevOps tools, such as CI/CD, code repositories, testing suites
Experience providing troubleshooting support for IT systems within IC environment
Certified in AWS or equivalent cloud technology
Experience with object-oriented programming languages, designing and administering relational databases, NoSQL data solutions, IT system/software testing and configuration management practices
Experience using IT operational status tools of Amazon Web Services and implementing IT Operations situational awareness insight using monitoring and logs, such as in Splunk dashboard, Elastic Search, ServiceNow
TS/SCI w/Poly

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Agile requirements management and sprint planning for technical IT development teams
Master’s Degree in any of the above disciplines
Security+, Certified in Information Systems Security Professional, or equivalent

Core One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Cloud Solutions Architect position at Core One?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Core One. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Cloud Solutions Architect position at Core One located?

This position is based in McLean. Core One has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Cloud Solutions Architect at Core One earn?

Core One has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Cloud Solutions Architect role at Core One posted?

This role was posted on April 30, 2026 (75 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Is the Cloud Solutions Architect role at Core One entry-level?

Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Core One has listed.

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