Cloud Services Architect

darkwolfsolutions· Software Delivery & Cloud
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📍 Colorado Springs, CO💰 USD 155K–180K

About this role

Dark Wolf is seeking a Cloud Services Architect to join our pack. In this role, you will assist in developing defensive cyber solutions to protect, defend, and respond to both ground and space based cyber adversarial threats. The team is developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining software tools and capabilities that can monitor, analyze, visualize, and report on the cyber status and activity of space ground systems and data links. Predominantly, Dark Wolf is supporting the integration, deployment of the out-of-band cybersecurity tool, Manticore, and the in-band, respond and protect defensive cybersecurity solution, Kraken. This position is located in Colorado Springs, CO, and will be supported in a hybrid capacity. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Serve as the primary enterprise cloud service administrator, managing all cloud services and environments and encompassing best practices.
  • Provide consulting support for the extension of cloud services including new features, functions, baselines, and new cloud environments (e.g., MS Azure, AWS), when necessary.
  • Develop and maintain best practices, frameworks, and cloud-related documentation including various COMSEC capabilities (to include keying material transport, installation, and management of Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI)) to enhance remote user service delivery.
  • Develop tools to assess cyber vulnerabilities and prioritize cyber investments. 
  • Protect against unauthorized intrusion, corruption, and destruction of the Space Force's networks. 
  • Evaluate the current architecture and make meaningful improvements to enable the mission to deliver a robust solution to be fielded.

Required Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related field
  • 8 years minimum of relevant experience
  • Previous experience with DevSecOps pipeline design 
  • Previous experience with Security First Architecture (IAM, encryption at rest and transit, network segmentation)
  • Previous experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
  • SAFe for Teams Certification 
  • AWS certifications (Associate Developer, & AWS Specialty Security within a year of start date) or be able to demonstrate AWS competence using the CLI and Boto.
  • US Citizenship and active Top Secret security clearance

Desired Qualifications: 

  • Cloud migration experience

This a role that will include hybrid on site duties. The estimated salary range for this position is $155,000.00 - $180,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset. 

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
 
We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Cloud Services Architect role at darkwolfsolutions?
The listed salary for this Cloud Services Architect position at darkwolfsolutions is USD 155K–180K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Cloud Services Architect position at darkwolfsolutions located?
This Cloud Services Architect role at darkwolfsolutions is based in Colorado Springs, CO. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Cloud Services Architect at darkwolfsolutions belong to?
This Cloud Services Architect position is part of the Software Delivery & Cloud department at darkwolfsolutions. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Cloud Services Architect position at darkwolfsolutions?
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When was the Cloud Services Architect job at darkwolfsolutions posted?
This Cloud Services Architect position at darkwolfsolutions was posted on Jul 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Cloud Services Architect
darkwolfsolutions · 💰 USD 155K–180K
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