Cloud Architect Lead

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, direction, and accountability for cloud architecture, delivery, and operational performance.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality deliverables in accordance with contractual requirements and performance standards.
• Design and oversee implementation of cloud solutions across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS platforms in alignment with enterprise architecture standards.
• Lead cloud strategy development, cloud suitability assessments, and application rationalization efforts.
• Architect and guide solutions for application modernization, migration, and cloud-native development.
• Establish and maintain DevSecOps pipelines, configuration management practices, and CI/CD strategies.
• Provide technical oversight across all phases of the SDLC.
• Lead activities related to systems analysis, systems engineering, database design, and application development.
• Ensure solutions comply with federal cybersecurity requirements, including HHS security policies, privacy, and Section 508 standards.
• Integrate information assurance, risk management, and cybersecurity controls into all cloud and system architectures.
• Support application and system security, including secure design, testing, and accreditation readiness.
• Provide insights on emerging technologies, tools, and market trends to inform modernization efforts.
• Oversee cloud environment management and sustainment, including monitoring, optimization, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 10 years of experience in cloud architecture, systems engineering, or IT modernization within federal or enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale cloud implementation and transformation programs.
• Strong knowledge of federal IT frameworks, including EPLC, CPIC, and SDLC methodologies.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud (GovCloud environments preferred).
• Expertise in DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile/DevOps methodologies.
• Prior experience supporting HHS, HRSA, or similar federal health agencies.
• Familiarity with FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST, and federal security compliance requirements.
• Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Proven experience in application migration, cloud modernization, and enterprise architecture.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting HHS, HRSA, or similar federal health agencies.
• Familiarity with FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST, and federal security compliance requirements.
• Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
• Prior experience supporting federal agencies, specifically health IT.
• Successful experience working in a remote environment.
• Ability to work and complete tasks independently and take an proactive approach.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Matching 401K and profit sharing.
• Paid time off.
• Training time for personal development.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid short and long term disability coverage.
• An education assistance program with potential merit increases for obtaining a work-related certification.
• Employee recognition and referral programs.
• Spot bonuses.