Sr. Cloud Architect (Remote)

Lensa; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT services is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to support the Department of Veterans Affairs. This fully remote position focuses on developing strategies for optimizing IT investments with a strong emphasis on secure and resilient cloud architecture. Candidates should have a relevant degree and extensive experience in technical management within complex IT environments.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development platform

Flexible Work Environment

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in technical management.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Experience leading initiatives within IT organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies for optimizing IT investments.
• Cultivate advisory relationships with technical leaders.
• Design and document technology roadmaps and initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Technical Management

Cloud Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Tools

Jira

Job description

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Lensa is a career site that helps job seekers find great jobs in the US. We are not a staffing firm or agency. Lensa does not hire directly for these jobs, but promotes jobs on LinkedIn on behalf of its direct clients, recruitment ad agencies, and marketing partners. Lensa partners with DirectEmployers to promote this job for GovCIO.

Overview

GovCIOis seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect with deepexpertisein 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 to developstrategies foroptimizingIT investments and solutions, with a strong focus on secure, scalable, and resilient cloud architecture. This position is fully remote,locatedin the United States.

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 technicalexpertise.
• Design and refine technology roadmaps and strategies that align with broader organizationalobjectives.
• Advocate forand support the Intake processof 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 todemonstrateimpact and drive informed decision-making.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Information Resource Management, or a related field. Equivalent professional experience may substitute for a degree.
• 8+years of experience in technical management within complex IT organizations, spanning small-scale projects to enterprise-level initiatives.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and visual communication skills, tailored to diverse audiences and stakeholder groups.
  
  

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Experience leading or supporting initiatives within the Veterans Affairs Office of Information Technology (OIT), Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), and/or Veterans Health Administration (VHA).
• Jiraexpertise,optimizingworkflow management and collaboration.
• Experience in enterprise technology design and future-state architecture.
  
  

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Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you canexpect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application
  
  

Employee Perks

Benefits

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment
• Available to full-time employees
  
  

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $105,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.

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Location US-Remote

ID 2025-5972

Category Information Technology

Position Type Full-Time

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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