Cloud Architect

MVM, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Cloud Architect to advance USPIS projects within the USPS CASI team. This role involves ensuring compliance with security policies, conducting risk assessments, and supporting cloud solutions for criminal investigations. Ideal candidates possess a strong background in cloud technologies and effective communication skills, with a focus on delivering scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Cloud Development.
• Proficiency in analyzing business systems and developing solutions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with USPS security policies and FedRAMP standards.
• Conduct regular security scans and risk assessments.
• Support USPS in continuous monitoring activities.

Skills

Cloud Development Platforms

Effective Communication

Business Systems Analysis

Cloud Technologies

Agile Development

Automation Skills

Education

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Python

PowerShell

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Title: Cloud Architect
Location: Washington, D.C.(Remote work will be considered)
Security Clearance: Moderate Background Investigation (MBI)
Schedule: Due to the nature of law enforcement work and operation, position may require occasional support outside of core working hours, as well as intermittent weekend support, mission dependent.

About KACE:

When you make the decision to join KACE, you are choosing to work alongside talented professionals that have one thing in common; the passion to make a difference! KACE employees bring their diverse talents and experiences to work on critical projects that help shape the nation’s safety, security, and quality of life. The desire to have a career that is purposeful and forward thinking is woven into every KACE employee…it’s The KACE Way. KACE employees are; purpose driven, forward focused, open-minded, trustworthy and invested. The KACE Way is our commitment to our employees, to our customers, and to our communities. Join KACE and make a difference!

Job Summary:

The Cloud Architect represents US Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) interests within the USPS Chief Information Office, Architecture, Strategy, and Innovation team, commonly referred to as CASI. This position will provide support for all USPIS solutions that require CASI approval. This includes support for applications supporting criminal investigations, administrative programs, and the implementation of a USPIS specific cloud solution that would comply with Federal Bureau of Investigations Criminal Justice Information System policies and requirements.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• The position will be embedded within the USPS CASI to focus on and advance USPIS projects.
• Ensure alignment with USPS AS-805 security policies and FedRAMP standards.
• Ensure proper documentation for Assessment and Authorization (A&A) in SaaS environments.
• May conduct regular security scans and risk assessments, delivering remediation plans when necessary.
• Ensure USPIS solutions comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, ensuring accessibility for employees and customers with disabilities.
• Ensure USPS IT governance, security, and infrastructure policies are met.
• Adherence to Technology Solution Life Cycle requirements.
• Ensure compliance with processes for configuration management and patching.
• Support USPS in continuous monitoring activities, updating security documentation, and validating system compliance every 90 days or as otherwise required.
• Complete mandatory USPS cybersecurity or other training as required.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science and a minimum of 8 years of experience demonstrating a deep working knowledge of all aspects of Cloud Development Platforms.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for management briefings and technical recommendations.
• Proficiency in analyzing and evaluating business systems, identifying requirements, and developing cost-effective solutions.
• Extensive knowledge of cloud technologies, Agile development, continuous integration, and test-driven development.
• Expertise in designing and deploying scalable cloud business software or managing infrastructure, network, and storage systems.
• Advanced understanding of cloud services from Amazon, Microsoft, or Google, and integration with on-premise technologies.
• Familiarity with IT compliance standards like SOX and PCI in regulated environments.
• Automation skills using tools such as Python, PowerShell, Ansible, or Terraform.
• Comprehensive knowledge of enterprise-wide architecture, including high availability and performance monitoring

Clearance:

Applicants selected may be subject to a government background investigation and may be required to meet the following conditions of employment.

Security Requirements/Background Investigation Requirements:

• Must be a U.S Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident.
• Favorable credit check for all cleared positions
• Successfully passing a background investigation including drug screening.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility to attend meetings with other managers and employees. Standing for prolonged and extended periods of time.
• Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 0% - 10% of the time.
• Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 0% - 10% of the time.
• Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type and use a telephone system 100% of the time.
• Sitting: Sitting for prolonged and extended periods of time.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may revise duties as necessary without updating this job description.

KACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

KACE complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail] .

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