Solutions Architect
Who we are: Altagrove delivers smart and innovative technology solutions that create competitive advantages for our customers and their missions. Our focus areas include Space, Connectivity, Cyber, Cloud, Analytics, and Research & Development. As we continue to grow, Altagrove is actively recruiting for a Solutions Architect to join our energetic and entrepreneurial team that is executing on a variety of projects that are technology oriented. A successful candidate will bring a core area of expertise and a passion for learning and implementing new ideas in a start-up environment. Follow us at - https://www.linkedin.com/company/altagrove What you will do: Lead the design and evolution of secure, scalable, and resilient multi-cloud enterprise environments supporting classified and mission-critical operations. Support the transition of existing enterprise services into an Operational Network (ON) environment that introduces cloud-like capabilities through standardized Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Client Provisioning Services (including Campus LAN and Desktop Services), and Enterprise Core Services (including Identity Management, Email, and Instant Communication). Architect and mature on-premise environments with cloud features, while establishing a roadmap toward more scalable, interoperable, and innovation-aligned cloud architectures. Drive enterprise cloud modernization efforts, transforming legacy systems and isolated network instances into unified, interoperable environments that improve collaboration and data exchange at both the network and application levels. Design private and hybrid-cloud environments using modular, automated, and service-based infrastructure models to address current limitations in elasticity, resiliency, and scalability. Develop solutions that improve rapid elasticity to support high-compute and data-intensive workloads, including emerging AI and data-centric services. Enhance infrastructure resiliency and survivability to better align with enterprise business continuity requirements and support high-availability operations. Establish automated, scalable “As-a-Service” cloud delivery models to improve agility, operational efficiency, and long-term maintainability. Improve enterprise-wide collaboration by addressing fragmented network architectures and enabling centralized governance and management. Design and implement enhanced financial operations (FinOps) practices to improve transparency into service consumption, cost drivers, and resource optimization. Provide strategic advisory support to executive stakeholders, translating mission and operational requirements into technical roadmaps, governance models, and phased transformation strategies. Lead multi-disciplinary teams across architecture, engineering, cybersecurity, enterprise services, and operations. Manage program milestones, risks, schedules, and vendor coordination in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings on architecture strategy, transformation progress, risk posture, and operational performance. Ensure compliance with enterprise security, governance, interoperability, and regulatory standards. What you will bring: 10+ years of experience in enterprise IT, cloud architecture, infrastructure modernization, or large-scale digital transformation. Proven experience designing and implementing multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, private cloud, on-prem with cloud integration). Strong understanding of IaaS platforms, enterprise core services (identity, messaging, collaboration), client provisioning, and large-scale networked environments. Demonstrated experience addressing scalability, resiliency, and interoperability challenges in complex, distributed infrastructures. Experience modernizing environments with limited elasticity and transitioning toward more flexible, innovative-aligned cloud models. Experience operating at a consultant or advisory level with senior executives and technical leadership. Strong expertise in cloud security, zero-trust principles, identity and access management, automation, and infrastructure-as-code. Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, containerization (e.g., Kubernetes), and scalable service-based architectures. Understanding of financial operations management (FinOps) principles in cloud or hybrid environments. Experience working in high-security or regulated environments supporting classified systems. Must have an active DoD Secret clearance. US. Citizenship required. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related discipline (experience may be considered in lieu of formal education). Cloud architect-level certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP) and PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent program management certifications are preferred. Self-motivated with the ability to operate independently while leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional communication, organizational, and stakeholder engagement skills.