**Description** Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time Senior Cloud Architect, located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The Architect’s primary function will be to design the development and operations of the Program Cloud Development Environment. Why Work with us? Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers. **Responsibilities include:** + Architect a cloud-based development environment for a large program + Design and document best practices for DevSecOps actions + Utilize USAF PlatformOne DevSecOps guidelines and tools when applicable + Develop DevSecOps tools and techniques as necessary to construct an automated and secure DevSecOps pipeline + Ensures cybersecurity functions, performance, and characteristics are incorporated into the weapon system and validated IAW DOD and USAF policy + Automate deployment and maintenance of solutions across multiple cloud instances using Terraform or other selected Infrastructure as Code tooling + Other duties as assigned **Qualifications/Technical experience required:** + Must be a US citizen + 15+ years of experience with System Architecture and Engineering + 5+ years of experience with Docker and container-based technologies + 5+ years of experience with Cloud technologies + Familiarity with RMF/DIACAP accreditation process + Strong foundation in containers, algorithms, and software application design + TS/SCI Clearance All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. **Qualifications** **Skills** **Preferred** + **Hardware:** Advanced **Behaviors** **Required** + **Functional Expert:** Considered a thought leader on a subject + **Team Player:** Works well as a member of a group + **Innovative:** Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking **Motivations** **Required** + **Ability to Make an Impact:** Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization + **Self-Starter:** Inspired to perform without outside help **Licenses & Certifications** **Required** + CompTIA Security+ Active TS/SCI Clearance **Experience** **Required** + 5 years: Experience with Cloud technologies + 5 years: Docker and container-based technologies + 15 years: System Architecture and Engineering Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)