Cloud Architect and Infrastructure Lead (CAIL)

This position requires an ACTIVE TOP SECRET security clearance and residence in the National Capital Region. Your application will not be reviewed if you do not meet these requirements.

Elevate Government Solutions is a high growth Technology Services company focused on driving technological change in the government space. Our teams engage with various government agencies to develop and deploy emerging technology solutions using a tailored Agile methodology.

We currently have an opening for a Cloud Architect and Infrastructure Lead (CAIL) to work with our federal client. The CAIL will be the lead designer and manager of the cloud and data infrastructure that hosts the agency’s digital enterprise. This role will be critical for delivering a high-availability, scalable platform within AWS GovCloud capable of supporting outreach and engagement services and meeting DoD performance requirements.

Day to day responsibilities include:

Design, implement, optimize, and manage information systems, applications, networks, and storage solutions within agency’s Amazon Web Services (AWS) GovCloud and digital environments.
Provide a high-availability, scalable system architecture, leveraging tools for IT management and proactive cybersecurity measures.
Ensure the IT infrastructure supports the primary objective of O&E operations to function properly.
Ensure operational excellence of the agency’s IT enterprise in AWS GovCloud.
Support a 24 hours a day, seven days a week (24/7) operation throughout the year for the IT infrastructure.
Utilize Agile development methodologies during all phases for the development of new technology and refresh or enhancements of existing technology.
Provide technology solutions that are driven by user-centered design principles.
Management of large teams of IT and cybersecurity personnel.

Qualifications/Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen (Required)
Active Top Secret Clearance / Favorably Adjudicated Tier 5 Investigation (Required)
Must be in the National Capital Region and available to support on-site as required (Required)
A bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, information systems, or a related field. (Required)
6+ years of experience of DoD or Federal IT Architecture and / or Infrastructure Experience (Required)
5+ years of experience in AWS GovCloud architecture and infrastructure support (Required)
5+ years of experience supporting cloud architecture and infrastructure in DevSecOps and Agile development environments (Required)
Possess one of the following certifications: Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC), Security+, CISM, CISSP, CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+), or Global Information Assurance Security Leadership Certification Certification (GSLC) (Required)
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional (Preferred)
Deep understanding of cloud operations and cybersecurity compliance within a DoD environment (e.g., AWS GovCloud, ZTA, NIST RMF) (Preferred)
Expert knowledge of DoD CC SRG Impact Levels (IL) 2, 4, and 5. Demonstrated experience with cloud security postures in AWS GovCloud (Preferred)
Experience with high-availability and disaster recovery planning for 24/7 operations (Preferred)

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits or Health and Welfare payments
Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Health Care Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Vacation
Sick Leave
11 Federal Holidays
Retirement 401(k) Plan with employer matching
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Remote/Hybrid work
Company sponsored training and certifications
Mentoring/Coaching

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