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Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) · 2 days ago

Senior Cloud Architect

Alexandria, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

20+ years exp

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is searching for a Senior Cloud Architect. In this role, you will provide oversight and contribute to the design, implementation, security, and management of complex cloud solutions to support national security and defense missions.

Information Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage and lead cloud engineering and IT-related processes for planning, execution, and reporting

Design and implement robust cloud architectures, cloud automation, security, and compliance scanning, including infrastructure as code and platform as code solutions

Define and enforce cloud standards, guidelines, and best practices

Perform cloud assessments and migrations

Oversee the day-to-day operations, technical tasking, and development of cloud ecosystems

Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues

Monitor and optimize cloud performance, costs, and resource utilization

Implement and maintain security controls and compliance standards

Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans

Stay current with the latest security threats, attack vectors, and vulnerabilities

Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation

Stay in the know with the latest cloud-based technologies, patterns, processes, and trends

Manage the interactions with cloud-based technology vendors to discuss features, relevant architectural needs, etc., to meet the software factory cloud requirements

Oversee collaboration with DevSecOps, Cybersecurity, and Information Assurance teams to ensure environment needs and requirements are tracked for execution

Qualification

Cloud architectureAzureDevSecOpsIaC toolsContainerization technologyScriptingCloud solutionsCommunication skillsProblem-solvingContinuous learning

Required

20+ years of combined experience working in cloud computing, DevSecOps, information technology, system administration, software engineering, or related field

8+ years of experience working with Azure, Nutanix, or other cloud solutions (AWS, GCP, VMWare)

Proficient and deep understanding of Azure and its capabilities, tools, solutions, and features

Experience managing complex cloud environments

Deep understanding of cloud architecture, networking, and security principles

Proficient with IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Bicep, ARM, Ansible, Packer, CloudFormation)

Proficient in scripting (e.g, Python, Bash, PowerShell)

Experience with containerization technology (e.g., Docker, Podman, Helm, Kubernetes)

Experience with DevSecOps practices and tools (e.g., GitOps, CI/CD)

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Solutions Architect certificate (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Certified Solutions Architect, etc.) or equivalent

Must have a Secret DoD Security Clearance