Full Stack/Cloud Architect (Remote)

Lensa; Helena (MT); Remote; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to transforming government IT. As an Enterprise Architect, you will leverage your cloud engineering expertise to optimize IT investments for the Department of Veterans Affairs. This fully remote position offers the chance to collaborate with senior stakeholders, design technology roadmaps, and advocate for new initiatives. If you have a passion for enhancing agency operations and citizen services, this role is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years in technical management within complex IT organizations.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and visual communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of VA IT architecture and modernization initiatives.
• Cultivate advisory relationships with Product Line Technical leaders.
• Document and report on value delivery across IT initiatives.

Skills

Cloud Engineering

Technical Management

Communication Skills

Jira

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Jira

Job description

Job Description: Department of Veterans Affairs Cloud Enterprise Architect (Remote)

GovCIO is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect with deep expertise in cloud engineering to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Technology (OIT). In this role, you will collaborate closely with senior OIT partners, architects, business stakeholders, and functional consultants on strategies for optimizing IT investments and solutions, with a strong focus on secure, scalable, and resilient cloud architecture. This position is fully remote, located in the United States.

Please note: The contract has been awarded; however, this position remains unfunded and is contingent upon funding release.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of the VA IT architecture, business operations, and ongoing modernization initiatives.
• Cultivate trusted advisory relationships with Product Line Technical leaders, providing strategic guidance and technical expertise.
• Design and refine technology roadmaps and strategies that align with broader organizational objectives.
• Advocate for and support the intake process of new initiatives and change requests, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Present and defend technical perspectives with clarity and confidence in both individual and team discussions.
• Document and report on value delivery across IT initiatives to demonstrate impact and drive informed decision-making.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field; equivalent professional experience accepted.
• 5-8+ years of experience in technical management within complex IT organizations, spanning small projects to enterprise initiatives.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and visual communication skills, tailored to diverse audiences.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience leading or supporting initiatives within VA OIT, VBA, and/or VHA.
• Jira expertise, optimizing workflow management and collaboration.
• Experience in enterprise technology design and future-state architecture.

Clearance Requirement:

Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust Clearance.

Company Overview

GovCIO is passionate about transforming government IT by delivering innovative services and solutions that improve agency operations and citizen services. We seek talented individuals to join our mission-driven team.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, or other protected statuses.

Salary Range

USD $90,000.00 - USD $105,000.00 /Yr. (plus potential additional compensation elements)

Application Link

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