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# Public Cloud Architect (AWS-Focused) - Remote (US)

- **Company:** NTT DATA, Inc.
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $104,000 - $153,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Application Frameworks, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, DevOps, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Github, Monitoring of Systems, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Identity and Access Management, Network Architecture, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Prometheus, Zero Trust Network Access, Systems Integration, Zachman Framework, Cyberark, Grafana, Togaf, Containerization, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Api Design, Api Gateway, Restful APIs, Terraform, Devsecops, Serverless Computing, Mulesoft, Servicenow
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/public-cloud-architect-aws-focused-remote-us-austin-tx--f66553d2-719f-4307-be6b-3a42612f5d14

## About the Role

Public Cloud, Cloud Architecture, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Public Cloud, Cloud Architecture, Amazon Web Services (AWS), United States Citizen, Cloud Computing, GitHub, ServiceNow, * 7+ years of experience in cloud architecture with deep expertise in AWS (primary requirement)

 * Proven experience designing enterprise-grade AWS reference architectures
 * Strong expertise in:
 * AWS Organizations, Control Tower, SCPs
 * Multi-account AWS environments (GovCloud + Commercial)
 * Hands-on experience with at least one of the following:
 * Terraform and GitHub (IaC pipelines)
 * ServiceNow and/or Apptio Cloudability integration
 * CyberArk / secure access controls
 * Prometheus, Grafana, MuleSoft
 * Experience in security, compliance, identity, and network architecture within AWS
 * Must have experience with REST APIs and automation frameworks

Highly Preferred Skills:

 * AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect - Professional)
 * Experience in AWS FinOps and cost optimization strategies
 * Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman)

Personal Attributes

 * Strategic thinker with strong AWS technical depth
 * Passion for automation, reusable frameworks, and platform scalability
 * Strong communication and leadership skills
 * Collaborative mindset focused on enablement and mentorship

## Description

As an AWS Public Cloud Architect, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the AWS cloud strategy for our client by designing advanced, scalable, and secure reference architectures. Your primary focus will be on AWS (including GovCloud and Commercial environments), while supporting integration points with other cloud platforms where necessary.

This role emphasizes enterprise-scale AWS architecture, automation, and governance, enabling efficient cloud adoption and operational excellence. You will lead cross-functional efforts to implement modern cloud solutions using tools such as Terraform, GitHub, ServiceNow, CyberArk, Prometheus, Grafana, and MuleSoft, with AWS as the foundation., AWS Reference Architecture Development (Primary Duty)

 * Design and maintain AWS-native reference architectures aligned with enterprise security, scalability, compliance, and operational requirements
 * Develop end-to-end AWS solution blueprints across:
 * IaaS, PaaS
 * Containerized workloads (EKS/ECS)
 * Serverless architectures (Lambda, API Gateway)
 * Lead architecture strategy across AWS Organizations, including:
 * Multi-account structures (root, OUs, member accounts)
 * GovCloud and Commercial partitions
 * Service Control Policies (SCPs) and AWS Control Tower
 * Incorporate Zero Trust principles and Privileged Access Management (CyberArk) into AWS designs
 * Partner with DevOps, security, and application teams to standardize AWS architecture practices

AWS Automation & Platform Integration

 * Establish and enforce Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) standards using Terraform and GitHub for AWS deployments
 * Integrate AWS environments with enterprise platforms, including:
 * ServiceNow for workflow automation and governance
 * Apptio Cloudability for AWS cost management and FinOps reporting
 * Implement secure access and credential management solutions (e.g., CyberArk, Appgate) within AWS ecosystems
 * Enable API-driven automation leveraging AWS services and REST APIs

Observability & Monitoring in AWS

 * Design and implement observability frameworks for AWS workloads using:
 * Prometheus and Grafana
 * Enable monitoring, alerting, and performance insights across AWS services
 * Integrate observability tools with APIs and enterprise systems (e.g., MuleSoft)

AWS Governance, Security & Best Practices

 * Define and enforce AWS governance models, including:
 * Tagging strategies
 * Policy enforcement (SCPs, IAM, guardrails)
 * Cost governance (FinOps)
 * Champion DevSecOps practices across AWS environments
 * Evaluate new AWS services and capabilities to maintain modern, future-ready architecture

Documentation & Enablement

 * Produce AWS-focused architecture documentation, including:
 * Reference diagrams
 * Technical runbooks
 * Standards and patterns
 * Lead workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions to enable teams on AWS best practices