Cloud Architect

Description:

Our Client is seeking a Cloud Architect to provide support as needed to the US Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC), Capability Development Integration Directorate (CDID) government personnel for efforts associated with innovations for Space, Near Space, Space Control, Missile Defense Capabilities and information operations to the Warfighter.

Responsibilities: Strong working background in developing and operating cloud-based infrastructure for Government clients. Manage, administer and support daily operations of computing systems both onsite and in the cloud. Design, implement, and maintain scalable High-Available and Fault-Tolerant computing systems. Following the best cloud computing practice by utilizing Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Amazon Elastic Computing Cloud (EC2) and other advanced technical cloud features. Play a key role in migrating and transforming legacy solutions to the cloud and containers.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

BS Degree from an accredited university in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree with proven record of experience.

DoD 8570 IAT II (CompTIA Security + CE) or higher.

Computing environment certification.

Architecting/operating innovative solutions built on AWS

Demonstrates experience using AWS; especially AWS GovCloud.

Design and Implement AWS architectures and environments

'Hands-on keyboard' AWS implementation experience across a broad range of AWS services.

Demonstrable experience using declarative infrastructure as code development and deployment such as Terraform and CloudFormation.

Experience with Public cloud automaton tooling and scripting experience - CloudFormation, Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, Jenkins.

Demonstrates experience using Kubernetes and management of Docker

Must have in depth AWS development experience (Containerization - Docker, Amazon EKS, Lambda, EC2, S3, Amazon DocumentDB, PostgreSQL)

Demonstrable experience of using GitLab for CI/CD.

Strong scripting experience with Python.

Experience with remote system administration methods (SSH, SSM, WinRM).

Strong knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD pipeline (GitHub, Jenkins, Artifactory)

Scripting capability and the ability to develop AWS environments as code

Hands-on AWS experience with at least 1 implementation (preferred in an Enterprise scale environment)

Solid understanding of continuous integration concepts.

Experienced in developing test plan, test cases, baselines, and conducting end-to-end testing, especially for pipeline deployment and DEVSECOPS initiatives.

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

An active DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret is required to do this work. Candidates are required to have an active Secret clearance with Top Secret eligibility upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.

Desired/Preferred Skills

Experience working within the parameters detailed via DISA STIGs.

Experience with core AWS platform architecture, including areas such as: VPC, ECS, EKS, Systems Manager, S3, CloudWatch.

Backup and Disaster Recovery approach and design

Environment and application automation

Familiar with Encryption, Logging, and Privacy/Security Protocols (e.g. TLS 1.2, ELK stack)

Demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly

Understanding of the solution life cycle from inception to operation.

Strong technical documentation skills both in written and diagram form.

Ability to influence others and identify best solutions among many stakeholders.

Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to break down and communicate complex issues, ideas and solutions.

Ability to establish and track metrics related to key performance objectives and service levels.

Skills:

System administrator, Windows server, Server administrator, Cloud, Automation, Terraform, Architecture, Infrastructure, Kubernetes, Ansible, Jenkins, Docker, Powershell, Design, Scripting, Clearance, Top Secret, Secret Security Clearance, stig, Software defined Radio, ACAS, SCAP, Windows, Manageengine, ettus, GNURadio, sec+, domain, Gots, Cots, SCCM, HBSS, VMWare, AWS, Azure

Top Skills Details:

System administrator, Windows server, Server administrator,Cloud,Automation,Terraform,Architecture,Infrastructure,Kubernetes,Ansible,Jenkins,Docker,Powershell,Design,Scripting

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Can process clearance but must of Sec + to start will upgrade or process at the TS level.

Experience Level:

Expert Level

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the

following: 

• Medical, dental & vision 
• 401(k)/Roth
• Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D) 
• Short and long-term disability 
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA) 
• Transportation benefits 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)  

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.