Cloud Architect - Clearance Required

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Job description

Overview:
The Cloud Architect will play a critical role in the successful modernization and implementation of a variety of cloud deployments for our US Army Client. This position requires a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise in cloud computing, specifically in designing scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions aligned with Army Standards. The Cloud Architect will lead cloud architecture efforts, ensuring workloads are optimized for performance and future scalability within Army's environments. The successful candidate will have a deep technical expertise in cloud deployments paired with deep subject matter expertise in how the US Army operates, builds and deploys software.

LMI: Innovation at the Pace of Need

At LMI, we're reimagining the path from insight to outcome at the new speed of possible. Combining a legacy of over 60 years of federal expertise with our innovation ecosystem, we minimize time to value and accelerate mission success. We energize the brightest minds with emerging technologies to inspire creative solutioning and push the boundaries of capability. LMI advances the pace of progress, enabling our customers to thrive while adapting to evolving mission needs.

Responsibilities:
Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions aligned with Army Standards, ensuring workloads are optimized for performance and future scalability within the ECMA environment

Collaborate with Army stakeholders to ensure the successful integration of cloud solutions into the Army's existing IT infrastructure

Develop and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, technical specifications, and user manuals

Provide technical guidance and support to Army personnel and contractors working on cloud solutions

Stay abreast of emerging cloud technologies and Army Standards, and recommend changes to the cloud environment as needed

Ensure compliance with Army cybersecurity standards and best practices

Support the team lead to ensure the implementation of best-of-breed technologies while mitigating risks

Provide input and guidance to optimize cost-efficiency and prevent cost overruns

Provide regular status reports to senior Army leaders and LMI management

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master's degree is highly desirable

At least 10 years of experience in cloud computing, including experience with cloud architecture, cloud security, and data architectures

Expertise in Army Standards and requirements for cloud computing

Experience working with Army stakeholders and contractors

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Experience with Army cybersecurity standards and best practices

Experience with various cloud service providers

Experience building in modern software stacks using containerization, IaC, monitoring and management tools, load balancing and auto-scaling and disaster recovery

Active Secret clearance required

No specific certifications are required; however, various certifications may be relevant though the list is not inclusive

Solution Architect

Cloud Architect

Cloud Systems Admin

Security+

Cloud+

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