Please note: This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.
The Work:
ICF is
seeking an accomplished
Cloud Architect
with deep expertise in AWS to lead the design and implementation of secure, enterprise‑scale cloud solutions in a complex federal environment. The ideal candidate brings over a decade of experience architecting n‑tier, service‑oriented applications integrating multiple COTS products, and can operate effectively within mission‑driven organizations requiring the highest levels of security.
Job Location:
Although this position is remote, the candidate needs to live in the Washington DC metro area.
If you accept this position, you should note that ICF does monitor employee work locations and blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses, and also prohibits personal VPN connections.
You may be asked to travel once a quarter to an office or client site.
Our core work hours are 8am - 5pm Eastern Time with the option to start earlier or work later depending on your time zone.
What You Will Do:
Lead the architecture, design, and deployment of scalable and secure AWS cloud solutions for enterprise environments.
Develop end‑to‑end system architectures integrating multiple COTS products within n‑tier, service‑oriented frameworks.
Create architectural diagrams, design documents, and technical roadmaps aligned to mission requirements.
Ensure cloud architectures meet security and compliance requirements, including federal and DoD standards.
Provide architectural oversight across development, engineering, and operations teams.
Conduct trade studies, technology evaluations, and cloud modernization assessments.
Support cloud governance, configuration management, and best‑practice adoption.
Collaborate with stakeholders, program managers, and security teams to ensure alignment with mission objectives.
What You Will Bring With You:
Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility.
10+ years designing enterprise-level, n‑tier, service‑oriented applications.
AWS Solutions Architect certification (Associate or Professional).
What We Would Like You To Bring With You:
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field.
2 years’ experience working with DCSA
Extensive experience integrating and architecting solutions involving multiple COTS products.
Strong understanding of cloud security, federal compliance frameworks, and secure enclave design.
Experience with IaC tools (CloudFormation, Terraform).
Background in DevSecOps, containerization, or CI/CD pipelines.
Experience in secure SDLC environments supporting federal mission solutions.
Professional Skills:
Highly effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively at all levels of the business.
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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer
.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their
expertise
and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our
EEO
policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with
sincerely held
religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request
an accommodation,
please email
[email protected]
and we will be happy to
assist
. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent
required
to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
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or our benefit offerings which are included in the
Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage
Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or
assist
with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not
permitted
. This policy is in place to
maintain
the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation
that involves the use of AI.
If
such an
accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at
[email protected]
. We
are dedicated to providing
the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range
- There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final
pay
for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position
based on full-time employment
is
:
$143,756.00 - $244,385.00
DC Remote Office (DC99)