Senior Cloud Architect | BSI-2026-040 - Senior Cloud Architects (w/m/d) für Referat T 39 – IT-Plattformen

Bundesverwaltungsamt

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published May 12, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

Join the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) as a Senior Cloud Architect to shape Germany's secure digital future. In this role, you will be instrumental in the conceptualization, development, and ongoing enhancement of cloud architectures (public, private, hybrid) for the Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE). Your responsibilities will include developing security architectures, assessing technical concepts, managing pilot projects, and providing second and third-level support for cloud infrastructures. You will also analyze security incidents, design monitoring and compliance strategies, and coordinate with cloud providers and external partners. This position requires a Master's degree in a relevant IT field, at least 5 years of experience with complex cloud infrastructures, and deep knowledge of modern cloud architectures and security standards like BSI IT-Grundschutz. If you are a strategic thinker with strong analytical and communication skills, eager to advance cloud security, this is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree (Diplom (Uni)/Master) in Computer Science, Technical Computer Science, IT Security, Software Engineering, Data Science & Analytics, Cyber Security & Privacy, IT Management, Administrative or Business Informatics, or a comparable, relevant field with an IT/technical focus.

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the conception, setup, and operation of complex cloud infrastructures, preferably in a security-critical environment.
  • Professional experience in strategic process advancement.
  • Experience in coordinating with cloud providers, IT service centers, and external service providers.
  • Experience in technical and conceptual analysis of security incidents in cloud environments.
  • Experience in leading second and third-level support for operational cloud infrastructures.

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • {"Willingness to participate in further training.","Willingness to undertake occasional business trips.","Consent to an extended security screening according to § 9 SÜG (Security Screening Act).","For foreign educational qualifications, proof of equivalence with a German degree is required (not just translations).","Must not have any security risks that contradict the security-sensitive activity."}