State of Missouri ยท 1 day ago
AWS Solutions Architect #7500006
Jefferson City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expThe State of Missouri is seeking an AWS Solutions Architect to join their Office of Administration, Information Technology Services Division. In this role, you will design, implement, and optimize cloud infrastructure solutions on Amazon Web Services, while collaborating with various teams to achieve cloud transformation and technology modernization goals.
AgricultureGovernmentInformation Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Advise staff in the adoption of AWS best practices, Well-Architected Framework principles, and cloud-native methodologies
Monitor AWS service updates and maintenance windows, working with other ITSD teams to ensure smooth cloud migrations and minimal impact of infrastructure changes
Assist in establishing AWS core competencies within cross-functional teams, as well as improving cloud development and deployment processes
Review project plans, SOW's and RFP's with focus on AWS feasibility, cloud security, and cost optimization analysis
Provides complex technical support and coordination on AWS security implementations, server migrations to EC2, decommissioning on-premises hardware, and cloud vendor relations
Direct interaction and advisement of all functional teams within ITSD and ITSD-DOLIR on cloud architecture decisions
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment
Minimum 7 years in IT industry with emphasis in Cloud Architecture and Infrastructure
Extensive experience with AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, and CloudFormation
Comprehensive knowledge of AWS DevOps tools (CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy) and Git repository management
Comprehensive understanding of cloud migration strategies, Infrastructure as Code, and AWS Well-Architected Framework
Strong analysis, critical thinking, and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to mentor a dedicated team and work well with others inside and outside your reporting structure
Successful background check results are required for employment in this position
Skill in project management
Skill in planning and organizing multiple initiatives
Ability to analyze the impact of projects and recommend courses of action
Ability to present technical information clearly and concisely
Ability to understand relationships and interactions among systems
Ability to identify issues, explore possible solutions, and obtain a consensus on resolutions
Ability to lead and mentor staff
Preferred
Experience with Azure and Google Cloud Platform is preferable
Experience with ServiceNow, Okta, and M365 or SharePoint is preferable
Familiar with project planning, budgeting, cloud cost optimization, and architecture diagramming
Experience with a broad array of cloud automation, monitoring, and infrastructure modeling tools
Benefits
Defined pension plan
Generous amounts of leave and holiday time
Eligibility for health insurance coverage
Company
State of Missouri
The State of Missouri is a group of outstanding people that accomplish extraordinary things for our folks every day.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Mccarthy
Chief Technology Officer
Jennifer Tidball
Chief Operating Officer at Missouri Department of Social Services
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