E01 Cloud Architect III

Team: Aether/EXPANSIA

Location: Dayton, OH, Hanscom AFB, MA

Commitment: Full Time

Workplace Type: hybrid

Salary:

RESPONSIBILTIES

• Develop and oversee the organization’s cloud computing strategy, including cloud adoption plans, application architecture, and management 

• Lead cloud implementation projects and system deployment on IaaS and PaaS 

• Work with Cloud Service Providers (e.g. CloudOne, DAF CloudWorks, and SEITaas) to design system architecture 

• Onboard new customers and system tenants with client-first service 

• Generate and translate high-level system requirements into detailed implementation specifications 

• Act as a customer liaison to understand and shape technical requirements for business development initiatives 

• Work with analysts, engineers, and programmers to define project limitations, system capabilities, and interface requirements 

• Optimize cloud performance by monitoring systems, managing updates, and ensuring robust connectivity among remotely located servers 

• Provide assessments of current-state architecture and propose recommendations for future-state architecture 

• Lead consultative engagements with domain architects, sales consultants, business analysts, and technical staff to ensure successful project delivery 

• Utilize a cloud-first mindset to help customers realize the full potential of cloud-based solutions. 

• Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded 

• Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area 

• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction 

• Completes personal PDP and attend Staff Meeting and Storytime (with camera on) 

• Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients 

• Performs other related duties as assigned 

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Clearance: Active TS/SCI 
Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with 5–7 years of experience in cloud architecture, or a Master’s degree with 3–5 years of experience. 

• Comprehensive understanding, documenting, and applying technical principles, theories, and concepts in cloud computing. 

• Having earned one of the following certifications; CompTIA Cloud+, CompTIA Security+, GICSP, SSCP, or GSEC 

• Proven ability to independently develop solutions to complex technical problems. 

• Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation. 

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. 

• Design and implement cloud-based solutions by setting up front-end and back-end platforms and developing operational delivery systems 

• Knowledge of cloud-native services, serverless architectures, and microservices. 

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to document and articulate a case for change to stakeholders. 

• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and software security protocols 

• Experience in system integration and ensuring software scalability 

• Experiencing providing technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions 

• Strong ability to analyze system performance, develop implementation requirements, and ensure compliance with verification standards 

• Experience in government and defense-related systems engineering 

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Certifications in one or more of the following: 

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect 

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert 

• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect 

• Expertise in consultative selling and enabling services in cloud environments. 

• Advanced understanding of cloud security and compliance requirements. 

• Strong communication skills and experience collaborating with technical and business teams.