Secret Cloud & IaC Architect

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Cloud & Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Architect (AWS/Azure) with an active Secret clearance to design and implement scalable, secure, automated cloud environments using modern cloud architecture principles and Infrastructure as Code practices. The Architect also drives cloud modernization, migration, governance, and optimization efforts. This position is located in Arlington, VA, and is hybrid remote and onsite. Responsibilities include:

• Lead AI/automation strategy, roadmap development, and execution across enterprise programs.
• Identify opportunities to implement AI, ML, RPA, workflow automation, and generative AI platforms.
• Manage automation projects end‑to‑end, including requirements, schedules, risks, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Coordinate work across data scientists, engineers, cybersecurity teams, cloud teams, and business leaders.
• Establish governance frameworks for AI practices, model risk management, and enterprise adoption.
• Develop KPIs measuring productivity gains, cost savings, automation effectiveness, and user adoption.
• Oversee change‑management plans, communications, and training.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships and stay current with emerging technology trends.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's with 12+ years of infrastructure/cloud engineering experience (or commensurate experience)
• AWS/Microsoft Azure architecture expertise
• Demonstrated expertise in AWS and Microsoft Azure architecture
• Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, and ARM/Bicep for infrastructure as code
• Proficiency in Kubernetes and container-based deployment strategies
• Strong knowledge of networking and security technologies
• Hands-on experience with GitOps automation practices
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools
• AWS Solutions Architect Professional.
• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Terraform or Kubernetes certifications.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].