Cloud Architect

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Tampa, FL that is seeking a Cloud Architect.

Responsibilities:
* Cloud Architecture Design: Lead the design of scalable, secure, and highly available AWS cloud architectures that meet business and technical requirements; Develop architecture blueprints, reference architectures, and design patterns for common cloud use cases; Define and document end-to-end architecture solutions, including application, data, integration, security, and infrastructure components
* Application & Data Architecture Alignment: Collaborate with application architects and developers to design modern, cloud-native architectures
* Governance, Standards & Best Practices: Define and promote cloud architectural standards, naming conventions, and design principles across teams; Establish and enforce cloud governance frameworks, cost control mechanisms, and architecture review processes
* Strategic Planning & Cloud Roadmaps: Contribute to the cloud strategy and roadmap, aligning AWS services and architectural patterns with future business growth; Evaluate new AWS features and emerging cloud technologies to determine strategic fit and timing
* Mentorship & Technical Leadership: Act as a technical advisor and mentor to engineers and other architects, helping them understand architectural trade-offs and decisions; Lead design reviews, architectural decision records (ADRs), and technical documentation for cloud-based projects
* AWS Infrastructure Management of provisioning, configuring and maintaining AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch, etc.); Manage EC2 instances, Auto Scaling, and load balancing for performance and availability; Manage AWS VPC, subnets, security groups, and routing for secure networking

REQUIREMENTS:
* Proficiency with AWS services (e.g., EC2, RDS, S3, IAM, CloudFormation, Lambda, CloudWatch)
* Experience with Linux/Unix and Windows operating systems
* Strong understanding of networking (VPC, DNS, Load Balancers, VPNs)
* Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell, PowerShell, etc.) for automation
* Familiarity with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices
* Exposure to SAP S/4HANA is a plus as well as integration with other SAP bolt-on products
* Familiarity with Identity Management tools, LDAP and Active Directory

Competencies:
* Ability to work and consult with colleagues as well as individually
* Analytical ability to synthesize data and report/align on metrics
* Maintain existing Enterprise Applications by identifying and correcting defects

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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