Cloud Solutions Architect

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 2 Cloud Solutions Architect 3
The cloud architect is responsible for the cloud computing initiatives within an organization and for directing the architectural
aspects of a cloud brokering team across all aspects of IT and the business. Responsible for the planning and engineering of an
organization's cloud computing infrastructure and applications. Implements and designs hardware and software. Familiar with
standard concepts, practices, and procedures of cloud technology, including Software as Service (SaaS), Platform as Service
(PaaS), or Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
The cloud solution architect will be responsible for:
Design, develop and maintain cloud application architecture that aligns with business goals and technical
requirements.
Design scalable, secure, and resilient cloud infrastructure that ensure best practices in cloud architecture.
Assess the current infrastructure and identify components suitable for cloud migration. Develop a
comprehensive migration strategy, including timelines and resource allocation.
Implement and validate the migration, ensuring data integrity and system functionality.
Ensure cloud architecture complies with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Implement security measures to protect data and applications in the cloud.
Monitor cloud system performance and identify areas for improvement.
Implement solutions to enhance performance, scalability, and reliability.
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
Provide guidance and support to other IT team members on cloud technologies and best practices.
Stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and industry trends.
Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in cloud architecture and services.
Guide technical and business decision-makers on AI/Machine Learning/Deep Learning and generative AI
projects, helping to map Azure, Google and AWS services.
Analyze the services to extract technical and business insights that drive reference architectures, runbooks, and
training content.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements
(skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this
opportunity.

Years Required/Preferred Experience
10 Required experience architecting enterprise application solutions

across on-premises and cloud infrastructure

8 Required architecting solutions in one or more of the cloud platforms:

Google Cloud Platform, and AWS.

8 Required developing cloud native application architectures across

leading cloud platforms.

8 Required architecting solutions that utilize fit-for-purpose service

models such as IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS

8 Required

experience in all phases of Machine Learning, Artificial
Intelligence and Deep Learning solutions using AWS or
google technologies.

8 Preferred Strong understanding of virtual networks, VPNs, DNS, load

balancers, and firewalls.

8 Preferred

Understanding of cloud security frameworks, encryption,
identity and access management (IAM), and compliance
standards like GDPR, HIPAA, etc.

8 Preferred

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker,
Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like
Terraform or CloudFormation.

8 Preferred Proficiency in languages such as Python, Java, C#, and

scripting languages for automation.

8 Preferred Knowledge of API design, development, and management,

including RESTful and SOAP APIs.

8 Preferred Knowledge of microservices, serverless architectures, and

cloud-native application development.

8 Preferred Ability to analyze and optimize cloud costs while maintaining

performance and reliability.

8 Preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate

cloud strategies and solutions to stakeholders.
8 Preferred Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams,
including developers, administrators, and business leaders.
8 Preferred Skills in monitoring and analyzing system performance to

ensure optimal cloud operations.

6 Preferred Experience with AWS technologies like Bedrock, SageMaker,

Redshift, EC2, Data Pipeline, Kinesis and EMR

6 Preferred

Experience with AI services like Transcribe etc or Google
technologies like Vertex AI platform, Agent Builder, and other
toolset

1 Preferred Cloud Certification eg AWS Certified Solutions Architect,

Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Google Professional
Cloud Architect

The primary work location will be 701 W. 51st, Austin, Texas 78751.
Position will be 3 days remote with 2 days (Mon & Wed) required to be onsite at the location listed above. Program will
only allow candidates who are LOCAL TO THE AUSTIN AREA ONLY (Within 50-mile radius). **Subject to change
per the hiring team**
OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Interviews will be conducted: (check all that apply)
By Phone
In person
Through Microsoft Teams