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Top Secret/SCI
$150,000 - $175,000
CI Polygraph
IT - Software
Reston, VA (On-Site/Office)
Piper Companies is seeking a System Architect to support a high-impact federal program. The System Architect role requires deep technical expertise in cloud infrastructure, automation, and compliance within secure environments. The System Architect must be able to sit onsite in Reston, VA 5 days a week.
Responsibilities of the System Architect include:
· Architect and manage container orchestration platforms, primarily Kubernetes, to support scalable and resilient systems.
· Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
· Administer AWS cloud environments, ensuring optimal performance, cost-efficiency, and security.
· Ensure all systems and processes comply with NISPOM and ICD guidelines.
Requirements of the System Architect include:
· Must be eligible to hold an active TS/SCI CI poly clearance
· Proven experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration.
· Strong background in automation and IaC methodologies.
· Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services.
· Deep understanding of NISPOM and ICD security standards.
Compensation for the System Architect include:
· Salary: $150,000 - $175,000
· Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, PTO, sick leave as required by law
This job opens for applications October 3, 2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
Keywords: TS/SCI clearance, CI polygraph, System Architect, Kubernetes, container orchestration, automation, operating systems, Infrastructure as Code, IaC, Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, AWS cloud administration, system patching, vulnerability remediation, NISPOM compliance, ICD guidelines, secure environments, federal programs, cloud infrastructure, mission-critical systems, hybrid environments, security standards, technical architecture, DevSecOps.
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Responsibilities of the System Architect include:
· Architect and manage container orchestration platforms, primarily Kubernetes, to support scalable and resilient systems.
· Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
· Administer AWS cloud environments, ensuring optimal performance, cost-efficiency, and security.
· Ensure all systems and processes comply with NISPOM and ICD guidelines.
Requirements of the System Architect include:
· Must be eligible to hold an active TS/SCI CI poly clearance
· Proven experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration.
· Strong background in automation and IaC methodologies.
· Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services.
· Deep understanding of NISPOM and ICD security standards.
Compensation for the System Architect include:
· Salary: $150,000 - $175,000
· Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, PTO, sick leave as required by law
This job opens for applications October 3, 2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
Keywords: TS/SCI clearance, CI polygraph, System Architect, Kubernetes, container orchestration, automation, operating systems, Infrastructure as Code, IaC, Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, AWS cloud administration, system patching, vulnerability remediation, NISPOM compliance, ICD guidelines, secure environments, federal programs, cloud infrastructure, mission-critical systems, hybrid environments, security standards, technical architecture, DevSecOps.
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