• Senior Cloud Solutions Architect

    TAD PGS, Inc. (Clarksburg, WV)


    We have an outstanding Contract position for aSenior Cloud Solutions Architectto join a leading Company located in theClarksburg, WVsurrounding area.

     

    US Citizenship is required.

     

    Candidate must possess an Active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.

     

    The Cloud Solutions Architect is a strategic technical leader that develops cloud strategies and translating business objectives into scalable, secure, and cost-effective architecture solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud technologies, DevOps best practices, and enterprise systems integration . The architect serves as the highest-level technical expert and advisor, ensuring the successful delivery of complex cloud-based solutions that align with organizational goals and future-state IT strategies.

    Job Responsibilities:

    + Develops and execute enterprise-wide strategies for cloud platforms, supporting current and long-term business goals.

    + Translates business and technical requirements into secure, scalable, and resilient architectural solutions.

    + Evaluates cloud service providers and platforms to determine best-fit technologies for solution design.

    Solution Design & Integration:

    + Designs and build cloud-native and hybrid-cloud solutions that integrate with existing enterprise systems.

    + Addresses systems integration, interoperability, and compatibility across multiple platforms and environments.

    + Develops automation strategies and scripts for deploying and managing cloud resources using DevOps and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles.

    Technical Leadership & Execution:

    + Serves as the technical authority on cloud architecture, guiding teams on complex development and integration efforts.

    + Leads feasibility analyses, proofs-of-concept, and pilot initiatives to evaluate new technologies or approaches.

    + Oversees the completion of cloud solution projects, ensuring they meet architecture standards, security requirements, and business objectives.

    Governance & Best Practices:

    + Establishes cloud architecture standards, guidelines, and best practices for development and deployment.

    + Contributes to cloud governance frameworks, risk management strategies, and compliance efforts.

    Collaboration & Communication:

    + Partners with business units, IT leaders, and cross-functional teams to align cloud solutions with enterprise goals.

    + Presents architectural concepts and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive management.

    Basic Hiring Criteria:

    + Minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field.

    + 8+ years of experience in software development or systems architecture, with 4+ years focused on cloud architecture and solutions.

    + Proven experience designing and implementing solutions in cloud architectures.

    + Advanced knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.), and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker).

    + Strong experience with systems integration, multi-platform environments, and microservices architecture.

    + Ability to lead large development teams and complex enterprise initiatives.

    Desired Qualifications:

    + Professional cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect – Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect).

    + Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud strategies, legacy system integration, and cloud cost optimization.

    + Familiarity with enterprise security and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, FedRAMP).

    + Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.

     

    Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

     

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