Cloud Architect Sr

Standard Job Description

WHAT WE''RE DOING

Our team at Lockheed Martin, is dedicated to engineering, developing, and integrating new capabilities for the Missile Defense System that protects the United States and its allies. While we are part of a large organization, we operate within smaller, agile teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Our responsibilities include Sensor/Weapon Integration, Algorithm Development, User Interface Development, Automated Testing, Cyber Security, and enhancing critical missile defense technologies.

THE WORK

We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Network Engineer to design, implement, and operate secure, high‑performance networks that span on‑premise data centers, public cloud environments, and enclave‑based domains. The ideal candidate will have deep hands‑on experience with cloud networking, software‑defined networking (SDN), and container‑native networking solutions, particularly within Kubernetes environments. This Cloud Network Engineer will spend the majority of their working at the customer sites in Huntsville.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Deploy Secure Networks

• Architect and configure restricted computer networks and secure inter‑domain routes.

• Implement network segmentation, access controls, and policy enforcement across cloud and on‑premise resources.

• Cloud & Multicast Networking

• Build and manage cloud networking infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.).

• Configure and troubleshoot multicast UDP and broadcast UDP traffic for high‑throughput applications.

• Software‑Defined & Hardware‑Defined Solutions

• Deploy and maintain Software Defined Network (SDN) platforms and hardware‑based network appliances.

• Integrate network services with Kubernetes using CNI plugins and container‑based networking.

• Hybrid Cloud Integration

• Connect remote cloud instances to on‑premise data centers, ensuring reliable routing and latency optimization.

• Support hybrid cloud architectures and remote enclave connectivity.

• Automation & Monitoring

• Automate network provisioning and changes using IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).

• Implement robust monitoring, logging, and alerting for network health and security events.

• Collaboration & Documentation

• Work closely with security, DevOps, and application teams to define network access protocols and rules.

• Produce clear documentation, runbooks, and knowledge‑base articles for all network solutions.

WHY JOIN US

• Excellent benefits and amenities.
• Ongoing career development and support.
• Rewards and recognition for your hard work.
• Medical and dental coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off for work/life balance.
• Mentorship opportunities

Basic Qualifications

This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration.

• Network Design Experience - Proven experience setting up restricted/compliant networks and securing inter‑domain/enclave communication.
• Cloud Networking - Hands‑on experience with cloud networking services (VPC, VNets, peering, transit gateways).
• Linux Operation Systems - Experience with Linux OS
• Multicast/UDP - Practical knowledge of multicast UDP and broadcast UDP traffic handling.
• SDN / Hardware‑Defined Networking - Experience with both software‑defined and hardware‑defined networking technologies.
• Kubernetes‑Based Networking - Direct experience designing, deploying, and troubleshooting networking within Kubernetes clusters.
• Secure Routing Across Domains - Ability to create and manage secure routing paths between isolated domains or enclaves.
• 2+ years of professional networking experience, with a focus on cloud and software‑defined environments.

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities; comfortable troubleshooting complex network issues.
• Excellent communication skills - able to translate technical concepts for non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on security, reliability, and scalability.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a cross‑functional team.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA/CCNP, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Certified Kubernetes Administrator) are a plus.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $98100.00 - $182100.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate''s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.