Cloud Architect

COLSA; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

COLSA is seeking a Cloud Architect in Colorado Springs, responsible for developing cloud strategies and ensuring compliance with DoD security policies. You will analyze cloud requirements, provide technical oversight on infrastructure designs, and advise on automation tools. The ideal candidate possesses a Master’s degree and 10 years of experience in IT, specifically related to missile defense or large DoD projects. COLSA offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $160,000, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant IT experience in missile defense-related or large DoD programs.
• Ability to develop technical solutions to complex problems.
• Active DoD 8570.01 IASAE Level III certification required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze government cloud strategies and architectural plans.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate mission requirements.
• Conduct analysis and provide recommendations for cloud services.

Skills

Cloud service analysis

Technical oversight

Infrastructure automation tools

Migration strategies

Security policies adherence

DevSecOps best practices

Education

Masters Degree in STEM

Bachelors Degree with relevant experience (15 years)

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

COLSA Corporation is currently seeking a Cloud Architect responsible for developing and applying advanced techniques in the investigation and solution of advanced system requirements and problems.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)

• Analyze and document government cloud strategies and architectural plans.
• Collaborate with government stakeholders to translate mission requirements into technical concepts and design patterns.
• Conduct analysis of alternatives and provide recommendations for cloud services from providers like AWS and Azure.
• Provide technical oversight and review of cloud infrastructure designs and implementation plans from development contractors.
• Analyze and advise on the use of infrastructure automation tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) to ensure best practices.
• Assess and advise on strategies for migrating on-premises applications and data to the cloud.
• Ensure proposed cloud solutions adhere to DoD security policies, including the DoD Zero Trust Strategy and relevant Impact Level (IL) requirements.
• Review and advise on the implementation and monitoring of security controls, including identity management, encryption, and network security.
• Assist with the review and preparation of documentation for security assessments and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
• Analyze and provide recommendations on Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to enhance security and efficiency.
• Promote the adoption of DevSecOps best practices across government and contractor teams.
• As a SETA professional, provide unbiased technical advice, analysis, and recommendations to government leadership.
• Review the work of development contractors to ensure alignment with architectural, security, and performance standards.
• Mentor and advise government technical staff on emerging cloud technologies and best practices.

Required Experience

Required Qualifications

• Masters Degree in STEM field from an accredited institution with 10 years of relevant IT experience working on missile defense-related or other large DoD program/projects
• Acceptable Alternative: Bachelors Degree with 15 years of relevant IT experience working on missile defense related or other complex, large DoD program/projects
• Work independently as a team member or leading teams/tasks applying engineering rigor to solve engineering/scientific problems
• Must possess the ability to develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity
• Active DoD 8570.01 IASAE Level III certification (CCSP, CISSP - ISSAP or CISSP - ISSEP)
• Active CISSP-EP, AP, or CSSP certification
• U.S. Citizenship required; Active DoD SECRET security clearance

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Minimum Salary

$150,000.00

Maximum Salary

$160,000.00

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

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