Cloud Architect

About Meridian Softworks Easy Dynamics is a leading IT service provider specializing in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and risk management for federal agencies. Since 2006, we have partnered with our customers to design, build, and secure the systems that protect our people, places, and way of life. Our work is grounded in deep technical expertise, thoughtful problem-solving, and a clear understanding of the complex environments our customers operate in. Our world-class team of engineers, consultants, and subject-matter experts are builders, problem-solvers, and trusted advisors who thrive on solving unique and ever-evolving digital challenges. We bring a hands-on, mission-focused approach to every engagement, delivering solutions that are built to last. About the role Ready to embark on a transformative journey in cybersecurity? At Easy Dynamics, we're at the forefront of industry innovation—from pioneering zero trust architecture to mastering cloud delivery. We are seeking a Cloud Architect to lead a large-scale cloud migration and modernization effort within the federal government. This role combines deep technical expertise with delivery leadership, operating in a fast-paced, Agile environment where collaboration, accountability, and outcomes matter. At Easy Dynamics, every team member’s input is valued. Join us where professionalism meets passion, and help shape the future of cybersecurity. What you'll do Serve as the technical delivery leader for a large-scale federal cloud migration program, owning outcomes from architecture through deployment, stabilization, and operational readiness. Provide technical leadership in the design, review, and enhancement of cloud-based architectures, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, compliant, and aligned with federal and organizational standards. Drive execution with urgency, maintaining momentum across teams and stakeholders while proactively addressing risks, dependencies, and delivery obstacles. Lead through ambiguity and adversity, including shifting requirements, constrained resources, legacy environments, and stakeholder resistance. Manage upward communication and escalation, ensuring leadership has timely visibility into risks, blockers, tradeoffs, and required decisions. Collaborate with end users, business stakeholders, and technical teams to define and translate requirements into actionable cloud solutions. Lead cross-functional teams in defining technical specifications, system designs, and data architectures for secure cloud-based systems. Partner with program management to plan and manage strategy, milestones, sequencing, and delivery plans aligned to program objectives. Estimate level of effort and resource needs, identifying capacity gaps early and recommending mitigation strategies. Anticipate, track, and resolve technical risks and issues throughout planning and execution. Own cloud migration process and schedule end to end, including cutover planning, contingency and rollback strategies, and post-deployment validation. Develop technical roadmaps and contribute to product and platform vision, balancing near-term delivery with long-term modernization goals. Produce clear, high-quality technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design documents, roadmaps, and as-built artifacts. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, including engineers, program managers, executives, and federal customers. Present strategies, risks, and roadmaps to leadership to drive alignment and enable timely decisions. Continuously improve delivery practices, standards, and guidelines, acting as a force multiplier for the program. Qualifications 3+ years of experience as a Cloud Architect, with demonstrated progression into senior technical leadership and delivery ownership roles. 10+ years of experience in progressive cloud engineering roles Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience delivering complex cloud solutions in regulated environments. Proven experience as a technical lead on cloud programs, including solution architecture, requirements management, and product ownership, with accountability for delivery outcomes. Experience leading cloud-enabled transformation programs, preferably within the federal government. Strong consulting skills with demonstrated ability to lead through influence, manage upward, and drive urgency and accountability across stakeholders. Experience using Productivity tools including: Microsoft Office Suite and Visio to develop clear explanations of complex technical activity (architectures, projects roadmap, applications, etc.) with the ability to target audiences that vary from technical to non-technical. Strong, hands-on experience with the Microsoft Cloud stack, including Azure and Entra ID and ability and willingness to learn additional as needed. Experience using Microsoft Graph, PowerShell, and Azure CLI to automate