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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Cloud Architect to join our team!
In this role, you will design, build, and evolve a large-scale, globally distributed mission system operating across both AWS cloud environments and on-premises virtualized infrastructure.
You will lead the architecture and implementation of secure, repeatable Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) patterns to deploy and operate compute fleets, network connectivity, and platform services across multiple environments (development, test, staging, production, and lab).
This role requires close collaboration with engineering, operations, security, and networking teams to improve reliability, standardize deployments, and accelerate delivery through automation.
What You'll Be Doing:
Design and implement reference architectures for AWS and hybrid environments (cloud + on-prem virtualization).
Define deployment patterns for multi-account and multi-environment separation, network segmentation, and scalable compute/storage stacks.
Establish standardized “landing zone” practices, including account structure, guardrails, logging, tagging, and cost controls.
Build and maintain Terraform modules and reusable IaC patterns for AWS infrastructure, including VPCs, IAM roles/policies, load balancing, and logging foundations.
Architect and support virtualized compute fleets using VMware/vSphere patterns for on-prem environments, including golden images, patching baselines, and provisioning workflows.
Partner with security teams to implement secure-by-design architectures, including least privilege IAM, encryption, and centralized audit logging.
Design for resilience and continuity with backup/restore strategies, disaster recovery considerations, and multi-AZ patterns.
Support CI/CD enablement for infrastructure deployments using Git-based workflows integrated with Terraform plans/applies.
Collaborate with application teams to provide standardized environments and deployment blueprints.
Produce clear architecture documentation, including logical/physical diagrams, environment definitions, and “as-built” artifacts.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor's degree in related field. 4 additional years of experience will substitute in lieu of degree.
10-15+ years of experience in cloud architecture, systems engineering, or infrastructure engineering, including 3+ years as a hands-on AWS architect/lead.
Deep expertise with AWS core services and secure architectures (networking, IAM, logging, compute, storage).
Hands-on expertise with Terraform for production-grade IaC (modules, state management, promotion strategies, drift detection).
Experience designing and operating hybrid environments (cloud + on-prem virtualization).
Ability to translate requirements into scalable, maintainable, and secure architectures while providing implementation guidance.
Ability to travel internationally up to 10%.
Must possess an active Passport or obtain one upon hire.
Must have an active TS/SCI security clearance.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
AWS certifications (Solutions Architect Professional preferred).
Experience with VMware/vSphere architecture and operations (templates, clusters, networking, storage).
Familiarity with configuration automation tools (Ansible, Packer) and GitOps-style workflows.
Experience with observability patterns (metrics/logs/traces) and integrating monitoring into operations.
Experience implementing multi-account AWS governance (Organizations, SCPs) and cost controls (tagging, budgets).
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $176,900.00 - $332,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in related field or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of degree
- 10-15+ years in cloud architecture, systems engineering, or infrastructure engineering
- 3+ years as a hands-on AWS architect/lead
- Deep expertise with AWS core services and secure architectures (networking, IAM, logging, compute, storage)
- Hands-on expertise with Terraform for production-grade IaC (modules, state management, drift detection)
- Experience designing and operating hybrid environments (cloud + on-prem virtualization)
- Ability to travel internationally up to 10% and possess or obtain an active passport
- Must have an active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance
- Ability to translate requirements into scalable, maintainable, secure architectures and provide implementation guidance
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
