Cloud Computing Application Architect, Senior

Booz Allen Hamilton; North Dakota; On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Senior Cloud Computing Application Architect to design secure, cloud-based architectures for mission-critical GEOINT applications. You will lead teams, recommend cloud tools, and ensure migration standards across on-premise, cloud, and hybrid environments.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, developing automation and security in cloud architectures, and advancing GEOINT missions with the latest cloud technologies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with microservice architectures.
• 3+ years designing cloud solutions with cloud-native tools.
• 3+ years using IaC and CaC tools.
• Experience with hybrid cloud and on-premise solutions.
• Experience with SDLC and cross-team collaboration.
• Knowledge of microservices, containerization, and orchestration.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• HS diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Design secure, cloud-based architectures to support mission-critical operations.
• Lead the team to adopt cloud capabilities and migration standards.
• Collaborate with GEOINT missions to inform strategy and tool choices.

Skills

Microservices

Cloud native

IaC/CaC

Hybrid environments

SDLC teamwork

Containerization

Orchestration tools

Secret clearance

HS diploma/GED

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Tools

EKS

ECR

OpenSearch

Job description

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Cloud Computing Application Architect, Senior

The Opportunity:

Everyone is trying to “harness the power of the cloud,” but not everyone knows how. As a cloud computing application architect, you know how to build a cloud-based technical architecture that meets client needs and takes advantage of cloud capabilities. What if you could use your cloud architecture skills to improve mission-critical applications? We need you to help us develop cloud-based solutions for some of GEOINT's toughest challenges.

On our team, you’ll design a secure, cloud-based communications network to support mission-critical operations. This is an opportunity to use the latest cloud technologies as you look for ways to improve your client’s environment using current cloud capabilities. Your technical expertise will be vital as you work with GEOINT missions to inform strategy and design and ensure standards are met throughout the cloud migration process. You’ll recommend tools and solutions based on your research of the current environment and knowledge of various on premise, cloud based, and hybrid resources. You’ll lead your team as they help the client overcome their most difficult challenges in the cloud. Additionally, you’ll broaden your skill set in areas like automation and cloud-based security while developing critical systems for GEOINT missions.

Ready to transform mission-critical applications with cloud technology?

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in microservice architectures
• 3+ years of experience designing and developing cloud solutions using cloud native tools, such as EKS, ECR, or OpenSearch
• 3+ years of experience using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC) tools
• Experience in hybrid solutions with cloud or on-premise infrastructure or multi-cloud strategies
• Experience working with application development teams across the software development lifecycle and creating solutions to complex problems within a collaborative team environment
• Knowledge of microservices architecture, containerization, and orchestration tools
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

• Experience operating within an Agile environment
• Experience acquiring client requirements and resolving workflow problems through automation optimization
• Experience working with multiple CSPs such as AWS, Azure, Google, or Oracle
• Ability to work with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance
• Bachelor's degree

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.