Job Description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer ( and Certified Great Place to Work ( ASRC Federal Highland Technology is seeking a **Cloud Architect.** This is a remote position. We are a technical, professional services company providing state-of-the-art solutions to government and commercial clients. Our services include custom-engineered solutions that integrate with the latest technology, resulting in advanced information technology systems; business and management consulting services to assess client needs and reengineer processes; and strategic and tactical program expertise to support continuity and provide comprehensive oversight for mission-critical initiatives. As an emerging IT consulting and strategic outsourcing leader, we're always looking for exceptionally bright and motivated people to join our team. We are thought leaders in our market space - providing comprehensive solutions to our clients, throughout the enterprise. If you are looking for an opportunity to use your skills in new ways, in an environment that promotes free thinking, presents positive challenges, and makes real impact - ASRC Federal is the place for you. **Requirements:** **Education and Experience:** + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or similar degree + At least 8 years of overall IT experience of which 5 years are hands-on cloud architecting experience + If the candidate has a Master's degree only 3 years of hands-on cloud architecting experience is required + _Candidates will be subject to a government background investigation and must meet eligibility criteria for access to classified information. (Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Green Card holder that can show 3 years consistent US residency.)_ + Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), cloud architecture, networking, virtualization, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) + Cloud Service Expertise: Deep knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, including their services, deployment models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), and best practices + Networking: Strong understanding of cloud networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing, VPNs, and security protocols + Security and Compliance: Ability to design and implement secure architectures, manage identity and access, encryption, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations + Automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Proficiency with tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, Puppet, or Chef for automating cloud resource management + DevOps Practices: Experience with continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and orchestration to streamline deployments + Programming and Scripting: Strong coding skills in languages such as Python, Java, or C# to support automation, integration, and custom solution development + Data Management: Designing robust, scalable, and cost-effective data storage and retrieval solutions + Scalability and Performance Optimization: Ability to design systems that scale efficiently and optimize for performance and cost **Preferred Certification (one of the following):** + AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional + Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect + Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert + Current SAFe Agile certifications + **Strategic and Soft Skills** + Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and collaborate across teams + Problem-Solving: Sharp troubleshooting abilities to identify and resolve complex technical issues and ensure system resilience + Project Management: Ability to manage cloud projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals + Cost Management: Skills to analyze, monitor, and optimize cloud spending while maintaining performance and security + Continuous Learning: Staying updated with the latest cloud technologies, trends, and best practices + Security and Compliance: Understanding of cloud security best practices, identity and access management (IAM), and regulatory requirements + Software Development: Familiarity with software development methodologies and multi-tiered distributed applications + Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to address technical challenges and optimize cloud environments + Disaster Recovery: Designing and implementing disaster recovery strategies to minimize downtime and data loss **Responsibilities:** + Responsible for strategic and tactical conversion of technical vision and departmental policy and mandates into designs and plans for cloud technology adoption and transition planning from current on-prem data center to AWS data centers. + Collaborate across internal development teams, other vendors and government stakeholders to ensure overall priorities and requirements are understood and established which shape the transition to Cloud. + Design and Planning: Develop cloud solution architectures that meet business requirements, including cost optimization, integration with external systems, and support for application design + Cloud Infrastructure Management: Manage and provision cloud infrastructure using best practices for security, scalability, and high availability + Security and Compliance: Design and implement solutions that adhere to security policies and regulatory compliance standards + Optimization: Continuously analyze and optimize technical and business processes for improved performance and cost efficiency + Implementation Oversight: Lead cloud architecture implementations, ensuring smooth integration and minimal disruption + Reliability and Operations: Ensure the reliability, availability, and resilience of cloud solutions, including disaster recovery planning + Technology Evaluation: Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and trends, recommending and implementing improvements + Collaboration: Work closely with IT, development, and business teams to align cloud strategies with organizational goals + Cost Management: Monitor and optimize cloud spending to ensure cost-effective solutions + Governance and Vendor Management: Establish governance frameworks and manage relationships with cloud service providers We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. **_EEO Statement_** _ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law._ **Job Details** **Job Family** **Information Technology** **Job Function** **Solutions Architecture** **Pay Type** **Salary** **Telecommute Percentage** **100**

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