Cloud Architect

Develop and maintain the overall cloud architecture strategy aligned with business objectives Ensure architectural decisions align with industry best practices, security standards, and compliance requirements Assess current application portfolios and develop migration strategies Identify opportunities for cloud optimization and innovation within the existing IT landscape Ensure application designs leverage cloud services effectively and efficiently Develop strategies for effectively utilizing multiple cloud platforms when necessary Optimize workload placement across different cloud environments Establish cloud management practices and governance frameworks Develop monitoring strategies to ensure optimal performance, security, and cost-efficiency of cloud resources Implement automated scaling, self-healing, and disaster recovery solutions Architect security solutions for cloud environments

Bachelors degree Years of Experience: 8-12 Develop strategies for data protection, encryption, and access management in the cloud Design architectures that ensure high availability and scalability of applications Develop strategies for managing peak loads and traffic spikes Optimize application performance in cloud environments Collaborate with business leaders to align cloud strategies with business objectives Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Provide mentorship and guidance to the cloud engineering team Participate in SAFe events such as PI Planning and System Demos Collaborate with Release Train Engineers and Solution Architects to align cloud strategies with program and portfolio objectives

Salary Range: $180,000 - $200,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients’ missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT’s experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients’ expectations.