Cloud Architect - Mid/Senior -SBG REMOTE

SBG Technology Solutions, Inc.; Alexandria, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SBG Technology Solutions, Inc. is seeking a mid/senior Cloud Architect to lead architectural assessments and designs for DSS Health Cloud, a FedRAMP High platform hosted in AWS GovCloud.

You will partner with ISVs and government teams to plan secure cloud onboarding. The role requires 8+ years of cloud architecture experience in regulated environments, a Bachelor's degree, and certifications such as AWS Architect.

Qualifications

• Experience with government or regulated cloud environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to convey technical findings.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent assessments and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Conducts architecture reviews to evaluate cloud readiness and scalability for onboarding to DSS Health Cloud.
• Evaluates application compatibility with AWS GovCloud and identifies remediation requirements.
• Defines cloud migration strategies and roadmaps to meet FedRAMP High controls.
• Advises on multi-tenant architecture and Zero Trust in federal cloud contexts.

Skills

AWS architecture

Cloud-native design

DevSecOps practices

FedRAMP compliance

Multi-tenant architecture

Zero Trust

FHIR

HL7

API interoperability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Systems Engineering

Tools

Kubernetes

ECS

AWS GovCloud

Job description

# Cloud Architect - Mid/Senior -SBG REMOTEFully Remote • SBG Corporate Office - Alexandria, VA 22314## OverviewSalary Range$130,000.00 - $170,000.00 SalaryLevelExperiencedPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation Level4 Year DegreeCategoryInformation Technology## DescriptionSBG Technology Solutions, Inc. (SBG), a DSS, Inc. company, offers Systems Engineering, Enterprise Modernization, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and IT Governance innovation to Federal and commercial clients nationwide. **Overview**The Cloud Architect leads technical assessments and architecture designs to ensure application compatibility and readiness for deployment into DSS Health Cloud, a FedRAMP High authorized healthcare-focused platform hosted in an AWS Government enclave environment. This role supports Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and government applications through structured reviews, security validation, and onboarding planning.**Conditions of Employment:*** Must be a US Citizen* Must be able to pass a Federal background check* Must be determined suitable for federal employment**The** **Cloud Architect** **will:*** Conducts architecture reviews to evaluate cloud readiness and scalability of applications targeted for onboarding to DSS Health Cloud* Evaluates application compatibility with AWS GovCloud environments and identifies technical gaps or remediation requirements* Defines cloud migration strategies and develops remediation roadmaps to bring applications into compliance with FedRAMP High requirements* Assesses and validates compliance with FedRAMP High architecture requirements, including security controls and configuration baselines* Provides interoperability guidance covering FHIR, HL7, and API integration standards relevant to healthcare application environments* Supports onboarding roadmap development in coordination with ISV teams, government stakeholders, and DSS Health Cloud operations personnel* Applies cloud-native application design principles and DevSecOps practices to technical review and assessment activities* Advises on multi-tenant architecture design and Zero Trust principles in the context of government cloud environments**Other Duties:*** Performs other duties as assigned by management in support of SBG Technology Solutions contract objectives* Travel requirements: occasional travel as required by project needs (estimated up to 10% per year)**Security and Privacy Duties and Responsibilities:**Individuals working for SBG Technology Solutions, Inc, a DSS, Inc. will be subject to security and privacy requirements as explained in HIPAA, FedRAMP, and NIST 800-53. Additionally, they are required to undergo specific FedRAMP training to ensure compliance with all associated controls and responsibilities in the day-to-day performance of their duties. Individuals working in departments that are considered to be in the high-risk category will be required to undergo advanced training based on their role and level of access. Individuals with access to modify data and the configuration baseline will require further training.The preceding functions are examples of the work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and make a reasonable accommodation as needed.## Qualifications**Required Skills:*** Proficiency in AWS architecture, including design and management of government enclave environments* Demonstrated experience with cloud-native application design and DevSecOps practices* Knowledge of multi-tenant architecture and Zero Trust principles as applied in federal cloud environments* Familiarity with healthcare data integration standards, including FHIR, HL7, and API-based interoperability* Ability to assess technical compliance against FedRAMP High controls and documentation requirements* Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to clearly convey technical findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders* Organized and capable of managing multiple concurrent assessments and deliverable**Preferred Skills:*** Experience with container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, ECS) in a FedRAMP environment* Familiarity with DSS Health Cloud or similar healthcare-focused cloud platforms* Knowledge of VA or DoD health IT systems and standards**Education:****Required:*** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline* A combination of education and experience will be considered (2 years of relevant experience equivalent to 1 year in a degree program)**Desired:*** Master's degree in a related technical field**Certification(s), Licenses:****Desired:*** AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional* AWS Certified Security – Specialty* CompTIA Cloud+ or equivalent cloud certification**Years of experience in a similar role:****Required:**8+ years of cloud architecture experience, with demonstrated exposure to government or regulated cloud environments**Desired:**10+ years of cloud architecture experience, including direct FedRAMP engagement and healthcare IT integration**Physical Demands:**| | || --- | --- || **Standing** | **5% per day** || **Sitting** | **90% per day** || **Walking** | **5% per day** || **Stooping** | **Minimal** || **Lifting** | **Up to 10 lbs. unassisted, several times a day (laptop, office equipment, office supplies, etc.)** || **Computer Work** | **85% per day** || **Telephone Work** | **15% per day** || **Reading** | **20% per day** || **Other, please specify** | **Travel unassisted up to \_\_\_% per year, via common carrier and/or personal automobile.** |**SBGTS, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer*****If you need an accommodation seeking employment with SBGTS, Inc., please e-mail [e-mail] or call [phone]. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.***