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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Architect - **Company:** Maximus, Inc. - **Location:** St. George, UT, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $20,000.0 - $22,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Monitoring of Systems, Release Management, Cloud Services, Software Deployment, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, HybridCloud, Backend, Togaf, Information Technology, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/usd4ad8ae5ef06af117d51d0a0e7f5c9b7 ## About the Role Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust is required. An active Public Trust and/or DHS suitability is preferred. Must be a U.S. Citizen without dual citizenship. - Demonstrated experience architecting and supporting cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) in an enterprise or federal setting. - Demonstrated experience leading a team of engineers. - Hands-on experience with cloud operations, including provisioning, monitoring, and lifecycle management of cloud infrastructure. - Proven ability to support incident response, system monitoring, and production operations in a 24/7 or mission-critical environment. - Experience coordinating change management, configuration management, and release processes within structured IT environments. - Working knowledge of cloud security and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, FedRAMP, etc) and their application to cloud environments. - Experience integrating cloud services into disaster recovery and continuity of operations (COOP) planning and testing. - Demonstrated use of cloud cost management and reporting tools to track utilization and optimize spend. - Ability to produce and maintain technical documentation, architecture artifacts, and governance materials aligned to enterprise standards. - Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). - 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture, cloud operations, or enterprise IT infrastructure, with at least 3 years in a leadership or lead role. Preferred Skills and Qualifications: - At least one cloud platform certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Professional Cloud Architect). - Experience supporting federal government environments. - Strong knowledge of cloud service lifecycle management, monitoring tools, and operational best practices. - Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF) and governance processes. - Experience with cloud cost management and FinOps practices. - Understanding of ITSM/ITOM frameworks (e.g., ITIL) and service performance management. - Experience supporting hybrid cloud environments and disaster recovery planning/testing. - Ability to coordinate across engineering, operations, and cybersecurity teams in a matrixed environment. - Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience supporting governance boards and leadership reporting. #techjobs #clearance #veteransPage #LI-remote Minimum Requirements TCS022, T4, Band 7 ## Description Provide technical leadership and oversight for enterprise cloud operations, ensuring cloud environments are securely provisioned, configured, monitored, and lifecycle managed in accordance with agency policies. - Serve within the Enterprise Architecture and Governance function to align cloud architectures and operational implementations with established enterprise standards across IT and OT environments. - Maintain and contribute to architecture artifacts, governance documentation, and configuration standards to support consistent and compliant cloud operations. - Coordinate monitoring, incident response, and production support activities to ensure highly reliable, resilient, and secure cloud service delivery. - Partner with engineering and operations teams to support testing processes related to production deployments, ensuring readiness, stability, and compliance with change and release practices. - Facilitate integration of cloud operations with enterprise change, configuration, and release management processes, supporting effective lifecycle coordination without direct ownership. - Ensure cloud platforms and services are incorporated into disaster recovery planning, testing, and continuity of operations across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. - Oversee cloud cost and consumption management, providing visibility, reporting, and optimization recommendations aligned to budget and utilization goals. - Support IT service management (ITSM) and IT operations management (ITOM) objectives by aligning cloud operations with service delivery frameworks and continuous improvement initiatives. - Track and report on service performance against SLAs, enabling transparency and driving continuous service improvement across functional areas., Lead Staff AI Engineer (Backend Heavy) Remote Direct Hire Salary Target: $200k - $220k This growing SaaS technology company builds enterprise software used by organizations to… + 5 days ago ## Related Videos - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Building Well-Architected applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/691-building-well-architected-applications) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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