AWS Cloud Architect

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
No Travel Required

Skills

Amazon Web Services
Artificial Intelligence
Large Language Models (LLMs)

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Senior AWS Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing cloud computing strategies and solutions in AWS environments in support of the Department s missions. This role includes the development of cloud architecture blueprints, ensuring compliance with federal security and governance requirements (e.g., FedRAMP), and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, resilient, and secure cloud infrastructures.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Lead a group of engineers in a multi-account and complex network environment to deliver services to customers, maintain and update infrastructure, troubleshoot and resolve issues, and modernize preexisting environments.
  • Lead cloud migration efforts by providing technical knowledge and expertise to customers.
  • Provide guidance on AWS service usage, cost optimization, and cloud-native architecture best practices.
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CloudFormation.
  • Ensure alignment with Zero Trust Architecture, TIC 3.0, and agency-specific policies.
  • Support the development of cloud security plans, including ATO packages and continuous monitoring strategies.

Minimum Education: Master s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.

Position Qualifications:

  • 10+ years experience in IT with at least 5 years focused on AWS cloud architecture.
  • Strong experience with scripting and troubleshooting code in languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
  • Experience leading a team of engineers in a cloud and/or hybrid-cloud environment.
  • Experience working on federal government projects and knowledge of federal cloud compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP).
  • AWS-based certifications preferred (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect).
  • Direct experience implementing artificial intelligence (AI) cloud platforms (e.g., Amazon BedRock, Azure OpenAI, Lex, Comprehend, etc.) to include Large Language Model and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) technology.
  • Demonstrated experience designing an evaluated Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)

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