Cloud Solutions Architect
About the job
- Independently design and develop cloud-based applications using current best practices and architectural guidelines.
- Have experience in software engineering, application development, or web application development and deployment.
- Have object-oriented development experience in a modern language such as Java, Go, or C#.
- Develop front ends with modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.
- Develop in a Linux environment.
- Develop in commercial clouds such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Develop containerized applications using Kubernetes.
- Work with orchestration tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Helm.
- Work with networking and Virtual Private Network protocols such as OpenVPN, WireGuard, and IPSec.
- Manage end-user accounts, permissions, access rights, and storage allocations according to best practices.
- Install and manage cloud-based applications in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Work with Kubernetes and containerization.
- Perform software and hardware upgrades, patches, and reconfigurations.
- Manage the physical environment of server racks, including cable management, documentation, labeling, and configuration of KVM switching for console and remote access.
- Install and upgrade computer components and software, manage virtual servers, and integrate automation processes.
- Troubleshoot hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, prioritizing problems, and assessing issue impact.
- Perform regular backup operations and implement processes for data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures.
- Monitor systems daily and respond immediately to performance, security, or usability concerns.
- Review application logs to maintain system integrity and security.
- Administer Linux systems, including CentOS, Ubuntu, and Rocky Linux.
- Communicate issues and resolutions to all levels of the organization.
- Respond to and resolve help desk and Jira requests.
- Have an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, System Administration, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience.
- Participate in software development efforts throughout the software engineering life cycle, including scope and work estimation, design, documentation, implementation, testing, and integration.
- Design and develop new applications to meet the client mission, and develop and provide operations and maintenance for multiple tools.
- Assist in developing solutions to software architecture problems and broad design solutions.
- Manage virtual and physical servers on a VMware virtualization platform with Windows Server 2008–2016, Ubuntu, and CentOS operating systems.
- Ensure server infrastructure security by implementing industry best practices for privacy, security, and regulatory compliance.
- Anticipate, mitigate, identify, troubleshoot, and correct hardware and software issues on servers and workstations.
- Experience with Java or Go.
- Experience with JavaScript.
- Experience with React, Angular, or Vue.
- Experience developing in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, specifically with EC2, S3, EKS, EFS, Route 53, load balancers, or equivalents.
- Experience with Kubernetes.
- Experience with automation and continuous integration/continuous delivery using GitLab.
- Experience in system administration.
- System administration and information technology certifications in Linux, Microsoft, or other networking-related fields.
- Experience with Virtual Private Network technologies such as OpenVPN, WireGuard, and IPSec.
- Experience with virtualization, VMware, or an equivalent platform.
- Experience with scripting using Bash, Python, or PowerShell and automation tools.
About the company
Acuity, Inc. provides federal technology consulting services from its Reston, Virginia headquarters. The company helps government clients plan for the future, improve current operations, and reduce costs by delivering mission-focused results that matter to taxpayers. It combines practical technology, specialized services, and proven management techniques to continuously enhance how U.S. agencies serve and protect citizens. What sets Acuity apart is its emphasis on deep industry expertise, cost savings for taxpayers, and real, measurable outcomes tailored to government missions. The company’s goal is to help clients operate more effectively while delivering accountable, tangible results for Americans.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Evolve gives Acuity fresh Department of State work opportunities after March 26, 2026.
- The September 2026 site refresh signals active hiring and a stronger growth posture.
- Cloud, AI, and hyperautomation offerings match agency modernization demand across 2026 procurements.
What critics are saying
- CIO-SP3 small-business access ends October 29, 2026, forcing recompete exposure.
- Acuity’s federal concentration ties revenue to State, SEC, and agency budget cycles.
- Missing Evolve or OneIT recompetes would crush pipeline and threaten Acuity’s viability.
What makes Acuity, Inc. unique
- Acuity holds multiple federal IDIQs, including SEC OneIT and CIO-SP3, through 2026.
- Acuity won State Department Evolve IDIQ on March 26, 2026, extending enterprise IT access.
- Acuity touts Microsoft Cloud Partner status and national-security cloud expertise in 2026.
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401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
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