Infrastructure Cloud Architect

ALTA IT Services, LLC; Reston (VA); Remote; USD 96,432 - 103,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

A technology solution provider is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Cloud Architect to lead the design and delivery of hybrid cloud solutions. The role requires a minimum of 10 years in engineering and architecture, specifically with expertise in VMware technologies and cloud architecture. Responsibilities include designing hybrid cloud architecture, overseeing infrastructure deployment, and ensuring security compliance. This is a remote position offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of Engineering and Architecture Experience.
• Expertise in cloud infrastructure, VMware technologies such as vSphere, NSX, vSAN.
• Strong knowledge of hybrid cloud networking, security best practices, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with infrastructure as code, automation, and integration with monitoring, security, and identity management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of the hybrid cloud architecture for SAP, integrating on-prem infrastructure with public cloud platforms.
• Oversee the deployment and configuration of the infrastructure needed for the SAP systems.
• Design and implement secure, high-performance connectivity between on-premises VMware environments and cloud services.
• Ensure the architecture adheres to enterprise security policies and regulatory standards.
• Work with architects and teams to document architecture decisions, integration patterns, and operational procedures.

Skills

Cloud Architecture (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

VMware Technologies (vSphere, NSX, vSAN)

Hybrid Cloud Integration

Security & Compliance in Hybrid Environments

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation (Terraform, Ansible, PowerCLI)

Enterprise Architecture Frameworks (e.g., TOGAF)

Job description

Infrastructure Cloud Architect

100% remote. US Citizenship is required per government contract. Pay: $70-75/hr W2. Employment type: Contract. Position level: Mid-Senior.

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to lead the cloud design and delivery of a hybrid cloud solution leveraging VMware infrastructure and public cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP). This role is critical in enabling a scalable, secure, and high-performance landscape that integrates on-premises systems with cloud-native services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of the hybrid cloud architecture for SAP, integrating VMware-based on-prem infrastructure with public cloud platforms. Define technical standards, deployment models, and scalability strategies. (30%)
• Oversee the deployment and configuration of the infrastructure needed for the SAP systems and ensure that it meets performance needs. (25%)
• Design and implement secure, high-performance connectivity between on-premises VMware environments and cloud services, addressing networking, identity, and data flow requirements. (20%)
• Ensure the architecture adheres to enterprise security policies and regulatory standards. Implement controls for access, encryption, monitoring, and compliance reporting. (15%)
• Work with architects, SAP teams, infrastructure engineers, and business stakeholders. Document architecture decisions, integration patterns, and operational procedures. (10%)

Nice to Have Skills

• Cloud Architecture (AWS, Azure, or GCP) – 5–7 years of experience.
• VMware Technologies (vSphere, NSX, vSAN) – 4–6 years of experience.
• Hybrid Cloud Integration – 4–6 years of experience.
• Security & Compliance in Hybrid Environments – 4–6 years of experience.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation (Terraform, Ansible, PowerCLI) – 3–5 years of experience.
• Enterprise Architecture Frameworks (e.g., TOGAF) – 3–5 years of experience.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of Engineering and Architecture Experience.
• Expertise in cloud infrastructure, VMware technologies such as vSphere, NSX, vSAN.
• Strong knowledge of hybrid cloud networking, security best practices, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with infrastructure as code, automation, and integration with monitoring, security, and identity management systems.

Company Benefits

System One and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd. offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.