Senior Lead Cloud Architect

Hampton, VA, US • Posted 3 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago
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The Senior Lead / Delivery Lead Cloud Architect is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and delivery of cloud architecture solutions within an AWS environment. This role provides technical leadership across delivery teams and supports the modernization and integration of legacy components into scalable, secure, and resilient cloud environments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cloud architecture design and delivery, including deployment and validation of AWS cloud environments.
  • Develop cloud architecture specifications to support system validation, integration, scalability, and performance objectives.
  • Design, implement, and optimize cloud infrastructure using AWS best practices and the AWS Well-Architected Framework.
  • Manage provisioning, configuration, and operational readiness of cloud environments to support security, scalability, resiliency, and performance.
  • Collaborate with application, data, security, and other technical teams to integrate legacy components into modern cloud environments.
  • Lead technical delivery activities, including task planning, risk and issue management, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and architectural guidance throughout project execution.
  • Develop architectural artifacts, diagrams, design documentation, and cloud implementation plans aligned with applicable enterprise standards.
  • Support security and compliance activities, including control documentation, authorization activities, and applicable cloud security requirements.
  • Identify opportunities for cloud automation, modernization, and continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications

  • 12+ years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree, 10+ years with a master’s degree, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
  • Demonstrated experience architecting and delivering solutions in AWS, including application of the AWS Well-Architected Framework.
  • Experience designing, optimizing, and migrating applications or platforms to AWS, including integration with legacy systems.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure provisioning, CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
  • Experience leading cloud delivery teams or large-scale modernization initiatives in regulated or complex enterprise environments.
  • Strong knowledge of cloud security, identity and access management, networking, encryption, and performance engineering within AWS.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience working in Agile environments.
  • This position requires eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance. In accordance with federal law, U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate or Professional, or a comparable cloud certification.
  • Experience supporting cloud environments in regulated or security-focused organizations.
  • Experience with healthcare claims systems, healthcare platforms, or healthcare data workflows.
  • Experience designing identity and access management, data encryption, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
  • Experience with proof-of-concept development, architecture validation, and cloud performance benchmarking.
  • Knowledge of healthcare regulatory and security requirements.
  • Experience supporting enterprise modernization initiatives involving legacy-to-cloud transitions.
  • Experience developing architectural documentation and participating in technical governance or architecture review activities.
Publishing Pay Range: $70.00 - $74.00 Hourly

 
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About GDH

GDH is a technology workforce solutions provider committed to always giving and delivering more. Better talent. More client and consultant support. Greater service. World-class outcomes. Providing technology staffing, project solutions, and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), we will be able to deepen our understanding of your business challenges, stay up to date with industry trends, and enhance our ability to create custom solutions to help achieve your business outcomes. We have established ourselves as a trusted partner to countless businesses operating in the communications sector. Our primary goal is to source and recruit the most talented professionals, assemble teams of skilled specialists, create innovative recruitment and professional services strategies that drive growth and foster innovation.

GDH Benefits

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more!  For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH’s website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other category protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, GDH Consulting, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities and/or employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Applicants with disabilities that require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

Please visit GDH's website for notice of collection for California applicants.

 

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