Remote Cloud Architect

Description:

• Easy Dynamics is seeking a Cloud Architect to lead a large cloud and identity transformation program within the federal government.
• The role involves defining technical specifications and system design, as well as developing technical and data architecture for securing and delivering information systems.
• The Cloud Architect will provide leadership in reviewing, developing, and enhancing cloud-based technical architectures and their implementation.
• Collaboration with end-users to define, analyze, and review business requirements is essential, along with drafting technical documentation such as designs, diagrams, roadmaps, and presentations.
• The position requires leading a diverse technical team to produce and support high-quality technical deliverables, including Developers, DevOps engineers, SREs, DBAs, analysts, and information security personnel.
• Responsibilities include supporting the migration of workloads from on-premises infrastructure to Microsoft Azure and designing optimized Azure architectures in both hybrid and cloud-only environments.
• The Cloud Architect will partner with internal and external program stakeholders to translate business goals into technical cloud architecture and solutions.
• Leading technical development and deployment activities, facilitating design reviews, and preparing project plans and milestones in collaboration with program management are key tasks.
• The role also involves estimating levels of effort and resource utilization, anticipating and resolving issues and risks, and contributing to the development of practices, standards, and guidelines.
• The Cloud Architect will independently develop roadmaps and establish an overarching product vision, presenting these to program leadership for buy-in and approval.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 10 years of experience as a Cloud Architect.
• A BS degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.
• Experience leading programmatic efforts on cloud solution architecture, requirements management, and product ownership is essential, preferably within the federal government.
• Expertise in designing and implementing modern cloud application architectures is necessary.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with the Microsoft Cloud stack, including Azure (Commercial and Government), Office 365, Entra ID, and Defender, is required.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps methodology, CI/CD pipeline architecture, modern configuration management approaches, infrastructure as code, and compliance as code is needed.
• Candidates should have experience with NIST SP 800 series, particularly NIST 800-53 and 800-63.
• Hands-on experience with implementing cloud security baselines, documenting security controls, and achieving Authority to Operate (ATO) for cloud solutions is required.
• Familiarity with modern compliance automation approaches is preferred.
• Experience in communicating complex technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders is necessary.
• Candidates must have experience planning, executing, and supporting large-scale cloud migration efforts into Microsoft Azure.
• Experience leading diverse technical teams in cloud migration and/or management is required.
• Familiarity with common automation tools in Microsoft Azure, such as Terraform, ARM Templates, and PowerShell, is preferred.
• Federal experience and US Citizenship are required.
• The ability to obtain a U.S. Government clearance (Public Trust) is necessary.

Benefits:

• The salary range for this position is between $150K and $175K.
• Easy Dynamics offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member's input is valued.
• The company is committed to delivering unparalleled quality and service, providing opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Employees are part of a culture that combines innovation and technical excellence, contributing to the shaping of the future of cybersecurity.
• Easy Dynamics is an equal opportunity employer, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination based on various factors.