Lead Systems Architect with Security Clearance

Job Summary

The Lead Systems Architect (LSA) is responsible for the design, delivery, and overarching technical architecture of the on-premise secure multi tenant infrastructure environment as well as understanding Sponsor's technical requirements and how they impact the program. Oversee the Platform and Operations and Tenant teams to ensure solutions are consistent, interoperable, resilient, and secure.

Duties

• Provide creative and innovative architectural solutions to meet program requirements.
• Work with Sponsor, Mission partners, and technical personnel to deliver a robust multi-tenant hybrid cloud based scalable architecture that meets the program Mission goals.
• Create hybrid cloud delivery model strategy and manage the adaptation process.
• Analyze client-based platform (cloud applications, hardware, and software) to support enhancements to current applications and systems.
• Analyze requirements and provide highly innovative technical expertise on cloud cluster computing techniques, technologies, and related cloud architecture.
• Bridge gaps between complex business problems and solutions in the cloud.
• Develop roadmap activities that support the development of an enhanced SYSTEM, comprehensive data collection, mitigation strategies to move towards IaaS, and development of metrics to drive IT improvements.
• Works with Platform/Operations teams to compose technical documents including Design, Deployment, System specifications and IaC baselines, updates, user's manuals, training materials, installation guides, proposals, and reports.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and principles.
• Experience with major cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge of networking, virtualization, and operating systems.
• Familiarity with cloud security best practices and technologies.
• Experience with cloud migration and deployment strategies.
• Ability to design and implement highly available and scalable solutions.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Desired Skills

• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and automation tools.
• Experience with cloud-based data management and analytics solutions.
• Knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, Java) for cloud automation.
• Experience with cloud governance and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of specific industry requirements and regulations.

Desired Certifications

• AWS Solutions Architect Professional
• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• CompTIA Cloud+