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Mid level cloud architect jobs go to professionals ready to own infrastructure decisions end to end, lead cross-functional design reviews, and guide junior engineers without constant oversight. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Accounting & Auditing, with 32% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Booz Allen Hamilton, REPLY, and MITRE hiring at this level now.
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Dark Wolf is seeking a Cloud Architect to manage and identify program high-level technical specifications, with a primary focus on the installation, configuration, and operation of Command & Control (C2) software applications for the Air Operations Center Weapons System (AOC WS). This role encompasses application design, cloud computing strategy and adoption, and the integration of software applications into a functioning system to meet mission requirements. This position is located in Hampton, VA. Responsibilities include:
- Leading the installation, configuration, and operation of Command & Control (C2) software applications for the Air Operations Center Weapons System (AOC WS).
- Managing and identifying high-level technical specifications for software applications, including defining system architecture, designing data models, and developing interface specifications.
- Building, installing, configuring, and supporting AOC C2 Applications and VM-based systems, including operations and sustainment, across development, test, and production environments.
- Operating and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure, including provisioning and configuring cloud resources, monitoring system performance, and ensuring cloud security and compliance.
- Configuring AWS cloud resources, both manually and via automation, to implement necessary compute, storage, network, and security configurations.
- Developing automation code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and PowerShell, to partially or fully automate the deployment, installation, and configuration of applications on Windows and Linux servers, as well as containerized applications hosted in Kubernetes clusters.
- Developing and maintaining technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, design documents, and technical guides.
Required Qualifications:
- 9 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of experience building, installing, configuring, and supporting AOC C2 Applications and VM-based systems, including operations and sustainment, across development, test, and production environments.
- 5+ years of experience configuring AWS cloud resources, both manually and via automation, to implement necessary compute, storage, network, and security configurations.
- 5+ years of experience developing automation code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and PowerShell, to partially or fully automate the deployment, installation, and configuration of applications on Windows and Linux servers, as well as containerized applications hosted in Kubernetes clusters.
- Previous experience working with modern Cloud Service Provider environments, particularly AWS.
- Relevant experience to be able to build operational information protection control environments in a cloud environment.
- Experience with centralizing, querying, and setting up alerts.
- Experience with programming languages (e.g., Python, C/C++).
- Demonstrated experience with shell scripting, including Bash and/or PowerShell.
- An understanding of cloud security controls.
- Previous experience configuring and deploying a CI/CD pipeline using tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI.
- Previous experience configuring and deploying automated testing tools such as SonarQube, Fortify, OWASP DC, JUnit, and/or Snyk.
- US Citizenship and a Secret security clearance.
Desired Qualifications:
- AWS Solutions Architect certification (or equivalent Cloud Service Provider certification) is highly desired.
- Previous experience achieving ATO through the client's Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process.
- Previous experience working in a DevOps environment where there was close collaboration between developers and security personnel to increase automation and efficiency within the Software Development Lifecycle.
- Experience with Kubernetes environments.
- Previous experience supporting the DoD.
This position is located in Hampton, VA.
The estimated salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $150,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Dark Wolf is seeking a Cloud Architect to manage and identify program high-level technical specifications, with a primary focus on the installation, configuration, and operation of Command & Control (C2) software applications for the Air Operations Center Weapons System (AOC WS). This role encompasses application design, cloud computing strategy and adoption, and the integration of software applications into a functioning system to meet mission requirements. This position is located in Hampton, VA. Responsibilities include:
- Leading the installation, configuration, and operation of Command & Control (C2) software applications for the Air Operations Center Weapons System (AOC WS).
- Managing and identifying high-level technical specifications for software applications, including defining system architecture, designing data models, and developing interface specifications.
- Building, installing, configuring, and supporting AOC C2 Applications and VM-based systems, including operations and sustainment, across development, test, and production environments.
- Operating and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure, including provisioning and configuring cloud resources, monitoring system performance, and ensuring cloud security and compliance.
- Configuring AWS cloud resources, both manually and via automation, to implement necessary compute, storage, network, and security configurations.
- Developing automation code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and PowerShell, to partially or fully automate the deployment, installation, and configuration of applications on Windows and Linux servers, as well as containerized applications hosted in Kubernetes clusters.
- Developing and maintaining technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, design documents, and technical guides.
Required Qualifications:
- 9 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of experience building, installing, configuring, and supporting AOC C2 Applications and VM-based systems, including operations and sustainment, across development, test, and production environments.
- 5+ years of experience configuring AWS cloud resources, both manually and via automation, to implement necessary compute, storage, network, and security configurations.
- 5+ years of experience developing automation code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and PowerShell, to partially or fully automate the deployment, installation, and configuration of applications on Windows and Linux servers, as well as containerized applications hosted in Kubernetes clusters.
- Previous experience working with modern Cloud Service Provider environments, particularly AWS.
- Relevant experience to be able to build operational information protection control environments in a cloud environment.
- Experience with centralizing, querying, and setting up alerts.
- Experience with programming languages (e.g., Python, C/C++).
- Demonstrated experience with shell scripting, including Bash and/or PowerShell.
- An understanding of cloud security controls.
- Previous experience configuring and deploying a CI/CD pipeline using tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI.
- Previous experience configuring and deploying automated testing tools such as SonarQube, Fortify, OWASP DC, JUnit, and/or Snyk.
- US Citizenship and a Secret security clearance.
Desired Qualifications:
- AWS Solutions Architect certification (or equivalent Cloud Service Provider certification) is highly desired.
- Previous experience achieving ATO through the client's Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process.
- Previous experience working in a DevOps environment where there was close collaboration between developers and security personnel to increase automation and efficiency within the Software Development Lifecycle.
- Experience with Kubernetes environments.
- Previous experience supporting the DoD.
This position is located in Hampton, VA.
The estimated salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $150,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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Mid Level Cloud Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level cloud architect job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight projects where you made architectural decisions, managed trade-offs, or drove a cloud migration from design through delivery. Certifications from AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud signal depth to hiring teams. Tailor each application to the platform and workload the employer actually uses, and quantify the scale or cost impact of your work wherever possible.
Which companies hire mid level cloud architects?
Companies hiring mid level cloud architects right now include Booz Allen Hamilton, REPLY, and MITRE, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers large enterprises modernizing legacy infrastructure and growth-stage technology companies scaling their cloud platforms rapidly.
Are there remote mid level cloud architect jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid roles are widely available at this experience level. About 32% of mid level cloud architect openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the distributed nature of cloud infrastructure work. Fully on-site roles tend to concentrate in regulated industries such as financial services and healthcare, where compliance requirements shape working arrangements.
How do I move up to a mid level cloud architect role?
Advancing from entry level requires building a portfolio of projects where you drove decisions rather than executed tasks. Deepen your expertise in at least one major cloud platform, earn a professional-tier certification, and seek out work that crosses team boundaries. Demonstrating that you can own a workload, document architectural choices, and mentor a peer is what signals readiness for a mid level title.
Which industries hire the most mid level cloud architects?
Mid Level cloud architect roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Accounting & Auditing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive demand at the mid level because they are actively migrating core systems to the cloud and need architects who can execute complex designs with limited senior supervision.