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# Google GCP Cloud Architect 102515

- **Company:** The Information Technology
- **Location:** Raleigh, NC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Application Integration Architecture, Bash Shell, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Linux, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Issue Tracking Systems, Python (Programming Language), Oracle (Applications), Platform as a Service (PAAS), Windows PowerShell, Cloud Services, Ansible, SAP (Applications), Service-Oriented Architecture, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Test-Driven Development (TDD), System Availability, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Containerization, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Cloud Migration, Puppet, Terraform, Software Version Control, Microservices
- **Published:** November 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9310487/google-gcp-cloud-architect-102515

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree and 13 years of IT experience or 17 years of IT experience without a degree.
 * Active Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Certification required.
 * Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and scaling solutions on Google Cloud. Ability to integrate GCP with SaaS and on-premise platforms (Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, SAP, Linux, etc.).
 * Current knowledge of AI and Industry trends, applied to modernize and accelerate software delivery practices (Agile, TDD, CI/CD) and enterprise IT standards.
 * Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure: networking, compute, storage, virtualization, high availability, and monitoring.

Desired Skills:

 * Scripting/automation proficiency: Python, Shell, PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform, Chef, Puppet, or similar.
 * Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and Kafka deployment in production environments.
 * Proficiency in Generative AI and prompt engineering.
 * Knowledge of IT compliance frameworks (SOX, PCI) in cloud environments.
 * Experience with ITSM/ticketing system integrations and workflow processes.
 * Familiarity with monitoring-as-code practices and version control systems.

## Description

* Design & Architect - Build cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) aligned with a Microservices/SOA framework; produce implementation-ready documentation including bill of materials and cost estimates.
 * Define Standards - Develop and publish cloud policies, design patterns, and reference architectures for consistent, repeatable solutions.
 * Lead Cloud Adoption - Champion cultural change, build roadmaps, and communicate cloud strategies to stakeholders at all levels.
 * Document Solutions - Prepare solution descriptions, technical approach, assumptions, risk assessments, and mitigation plans.
 * Govern Architecture - Ensure all solutions comply with enterprise technology standards, security requirements, and industry best practices.
 * Enable Teams - Identify skill gaps, develop training materials, and deliver technical guidance to engineers and management.
 * Manage Vendors - Interface with vendors to ensure standard architectures are followed across projects.
 * AI Integration - Leverage AI to accelerate on-prem-to-GCP migration and automate systems, applications, and workflows to improve efficiency and decision-making.
 * Automate & Integrate - Automate complex tasks and integrate cloud services with on-premise and third-party platforms.
 * Troubleshoot - Act as an IT SWAT team member for high-priority problem resolution across design, development, and operations.
 * Communicate - Translate complex technical concepts for both technical teams and executive leadership; produce briefings, technical documentation, and architecture diagrams.