Cloud Security Architect, Lead

Company: Booz Allen Hamilton
Location: Mc Lean
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

Cloud Security Architect, Lead The Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Cloud Security Architect, Lead to guide large, highly skilled engineering teams in delivering modern, secure, and scalable cloud solutions. This individual will serve as a technical leader, strategic advisor, and mentor while driving best-in-class cloud architecture, security practices, and automation. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required. What You'll Work On: Lead and mentor large engineering teams across complex, multi-cloud initiatives. Architect secure, scalable solutions across public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Oversee design, development, and delivery of cloud-native systems and infrastructure. Define and enforce best practices in cloud security, IAM, network security, and security automation. Drive the adoption of Infrastructure-as-Code, CI/CD, observability, and automated security controls. Lead executive and technical workshops, discovery sessions, and architecture reviews. Act as a trusted advisor to customers and internal stakeholders, translating business needs into technical solutions. Provide project leadership across full lifecycle engagements, ensuring quality execution and on-time delivery. Communicate complex technical concepts to various audiences, including C-suite executives. Mentor and grow engineering talent, promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Manage resource planning, project scopes, timelines, and cross-functional coordination. Facilitate continuous improvement across engineering processes and cloud operations. Develop high-quality PowerPoint decks for workshops, proposals, architecture documents, and executive briefings. Deliver clear, engaging presentations to customers, leadership, and engineering teams. Join us. The world can’t wait. You Have: 8 years of experience in cloud engineering or cloud architecture 3 years of experience leading engineering teams or managing complex cloud programs Experience in Azure Experience with IaC , such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Bicep, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices Knowledge of AWS and GCP Knowledge of cloud security, compliance frameworks, and automated security tooling Ability to use advanced PowerPoint and design presentations Public Trust HS diploma or GED Azure Architecture and Security professional-level cloud Certification, such as Azure Architect Expert Certification Nice If You Have: Experience in multi-cloud strategy or hybrid cloud environments Experience with Kubernetes, container security, and service mesh architectures Possession of strong documentation, storytelling, and technical writing skills Possession of excellent advising skills, including workshop facilitation, client-facing communication, and executive engagement Vetting: Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client; Public Trust determination is required. Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Candidate AI Usage Policy AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided . Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings. Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility. Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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