LightFeather · 1 day ago
AWS Cloud Architect
Alexandria, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expLightFeather is seeking an AWS Cloud Architect who will oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of AWS-based infrastructure. This role requires strong leadership and expertise in AWS architecture, DevOps practices, and cloud security to guide teams in deploying and managing cloud solutions for mission-critical government operations.
AnalyticsConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyUX Design
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Cloud Architecture & Strategy: Design and implement scalable, resilient, and high-performance AWS environments for enterprise applications
Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Lead a team of cloud engineers, providing guidance on AWS best practices, DevOps strategies, and cloud security frameworks
Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and manage AWS infrastructure using Terraform, CloudFormation, and Ansible to automate provisioning and configuration
Security & Compliance: Enforce AWS security best practices, including IAM policies, AWS Shield, AWS Macie, encryption, and FedRAMP compliance
CI/CD Pipeline Management: Oversee CI/CD processes using GitLab, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, and AWS CodeDeploy for automated deployments
Cloud Monitoring & Optimization: Utilize AWS CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and AWS Security Hub to track system health, optimize performance, and detect anomalies
Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Cloud Solutions: Support hybrid and cross-cloud environments, ensuring seamless integration between AWS, Azure, and on-premise systems
Networking & Load Balancing: Configure VPCs, Route 53, Elastic Load Balancers (ELB), and AWS Direct Connect for secure, high-performance cloud networking
Disaster Recovery & High Availability: Implement AWS backup, disaster recovery, and multi-region failover strategies to enhance system resilience
Stakeholder & Client Engagement: Work closely with government agencies, security teams, and cloud engineers to ensure alignment with business and security objectives
Automation & DevSecOps: Develop and implement automated security monitoring, logging, and compliance reporting solutions
Qualification
Required
US Citizenship
Active Secret or higher clearance
Minimum 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or technical leadership, with a strong focus on AWS cloud environments
Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional (or equivalent AWS certification preferred)
Cloud Security & Compliance: Deep understanding of AWS security tools, IAM best practices, encryption standards, and DoD/Federal compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, RMF, Zero Trust Architecture)
Technical Tool Proficiency: Strong expertise in Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes, AWS Lambda, and AWS DevOps services
Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Cloud Knowledge: Experience integrating AWS solutions with Azure and GCP environments
Scripting & Automation: Strong proficiency in Python, PowerShell, Bash, and YAML/JSON for automation and cloud management
Preferred
Experience working with federal agencies or DoD cloud modernization projects
Knowledge of AWS AI/ML services, container orchestration (EKS), and serverless architectures
Expertise in cloud cost optimization and performance tuning strategies
Company
LightFeather
LightFeather is an IT consulting firm that provides UI/UX design, DevSecOps, cybersecurity, analytics, data science, and cloud services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sarah Fahden
Founder & CEO
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