Cloud Architect

Responsible for the high-level planning, strategy, optimization, and design of cloud infrastructure and related cloud services. Defines the architecture of the cloud solution and environments. Analyzes current and emerging technologies based on assessments of the organization’s cloud technology needs. Translates business requirements into cloud process designs and serves as the lead cloud subject matter expert in support of business expansion.

• Delivers in-depth comparative analysis of alternative proposals to meet complex technical solution requirements.
• Designs and develops cloud solutions, processes and enhancements for company’s complex, business critical internet site communications and/or network-based cloud provider environments.
• Leads the design of cloud solutions, including elements of: networking, persistency, storage, compute services, database services, enterprise integration, security, identity / access services, and management and automation services.
• Serves as a subject matter expert in cloud solutions and services. Provides advanced technical and engineering support for internal groups and customers.
• Develops and refines cloud infrastructure solution designs, to develop client and program solutions.
• Interfaces with the client on all issues related to the design, implementation, testing and cutover of the solution.
• Works with client stakeholders to evaluate the solution requirements and supports the management and traceability of requirements during the engagement.
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned and conducts systems analysis and development to keep systems current with changing technologies.
• Interacts with external technology vendors and internal teams to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions.
• Provides technical assessment of requirements and definition from conception through implementation.
• 18TResolves complex issues independently; coordinates and communicates changes and issues with the client and team members and determines root cause.
• 18TProvides recommendations on cloud infrastructure upgrades and supports project integration as required.
• 18TLeads the creation and maintenance of backup and/or storage related standards, policies, processes, system documentation and Disaster Recovery Plans as it relates to cloud environments.
• Provides leadership for the development of operational and strategic direction for the implementation and maintenance processes for cloud solutions.
• Performs research and development around technical requirements for product definition.
• Serves as a technical lead and mentors junior team members on processes and procedures., Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM’s overall compensation and benefits package for employees.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or related field; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Professional level cloud certification such as: AWS-CSA-P (AWS), MCSE Cloud Platform & Infrastructure (MS Azure), or Professional Cloud Architect (GCP) preferred
• 18T12+ years of experience working with infrastructures and 18T5+ years of experience with one or more vendor cloud platforms.

Other Job Specific Skills

• Extensive knowledge of Identity Access Management and Shared Security responsibilities.
• Broad application of backup and/or storage principles, theories, and concepts within the cloud construct.
• Hands-on experience supporting enterprise server, backup and/or storage solutions within the cloud construct.
• Enhanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• 18TBroad troubleshooting knowledge to include the areas of storage, backups, server operating systems and networks.
• 18TAdvanced knowledge of Service Provider and/or Cloud providers.
• Strong cloud command line scripting skills
• Documentation skills to include creating and updating detailed environment design, installation, and support documentation.
• 18TOutstanding communication, project & priority management, and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of information life-cycle management concepts and best practices., The physical requirements described in “Knowledge, Skills and Abilities” above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, “light office duties’ or “lifting up to 50 pounds” or “some travel” required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company