Cloud Architect
Reference Number: 400061
Posted: 06/04/2026
Job Type: Contract
- Industry: Technology and IT
Our client, a leader in government and defense contracting, is seeking a dedicated Cloud Architect to join their team. As a Cloud Architect, you will be an integral part of the Cloud Solutions Department supporting the enterprise infrastructure. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully within the organization.
Job Title: Cloud Architect
Location: Dallas, TX
What's the Job?
- Design and develop comprehensive GCC High target architecture, ensuring secure and seamless integration across identity, network, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), and Microsoft 365.
- Establish and document scalable, highly compliant patterns for account provisioning, secure access, and overall cloud infrastructure readiness.
- Define and enforce enterprise security architecture standards tailored to highly regulated government and defense contracting environments.
- Collaborate with engineering, network, and security teams to ensure the target architecture meets strict compliance and business performance requirements.
- Guide technical teams through the implementation phase, ensuring the deployed environment accurately reflects the designed architectural blueprints.
What's Needed?
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to work with sensitive data, which requires being a US Citizen.
- Extensive architectural experience with enterprise Microsoft cloud environments, specifically within Azure Government and M365 GCC High.
- Deep technical expertise in Entra ID (Azure AD), enterprise networking, and robust identity and access management (IAM).
- Proven track record in designing, deploying, and securing Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) infrastructures.
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to work on impactful projects within a highly regulated environment.
- Collaborate with a talented and dedicated team of professionals.
- Enhance your expertise in cutting-edge cloud security and architecture.
- Contribute to mission-critical infrastructure supporting national security.
- Be part of a respectful, inclusive, and innovative work environment.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
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