Senior AWS Cloud Architect: Cloud Migration & Automation

VTG Defense; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor is seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Architect in Chantilly, VA. The role entails designing, implementing, and managing scalable and secure AWS solutions, leading cloud migration efforts, and collaborating with teams to optimize cloud infrastructure. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's in a relevant field, 8+ years of IT experience, with 3+ years in cloud architecture, and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph. This is a pivotal role to drive modernization initiatives aligned with the organization's goals.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT experience with at least 3+ years in cloud architecture.
• Hands-on experience designing and deploying solutions in AWS.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, resilient, and cost-effective AWS solutions.
• Lead cloud migration from on-premises to AWS.
• Develop cloud architecture frameworks and best practices.

Skills

AWS core services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, CloudFormation)

Infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Scripting or programming (Python, Bash)

Networking, security, and distributed systems

Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

A defense contractor is seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Architect in Chantilly, VA. The role entails designing, implementing, and managing scalable and secure AWS solutions, leading cloud migration efforts, and collaborating with teams to optimize cloud infrastructure. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's in a relevant field, 8+ years of IT experience, with 3+ years in cloud architecture, and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph. This is a pivotal role to drive modernization initiatives aligned with the organization's goals.