Cloud Architect

CGI•Fairfax, VA

55d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Cloud Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design and implementation of cloud infrastructure to ensure scalability, security, and efficiency. As a Cloud Architect, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our cloud environments meet both short-term and long-term organizational goals. This position is located in our Fairfax, VA office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a closely related technical field is required. A Bachelor's degree may be substituted by at least five (5) years of relevant professional experience.
Minimum Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in IT, including at least five (5) years of direct experience designing and managing cloud-based solutions across AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), or hybrid/multi-cloud environments.
Designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable cloud architectures in enterprise settings.
Executing cloud migration strategies including rehosting, re-platforming, and refactoring.
Building Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates, or Ansible.
Defining and governing architecture standards and frameworks to support high availability, disaster recovery, and scalability.
Applying best practices in cloud security, compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST 800-53), and IAM.
Managing cost optimization, resource monitoring, and performance tuning for cloud-native services.
Implementing and operating containerized environments with Docker and Kubernetes.
Integrating cloud platforms with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines for automated provisioning and deployments.
Leading technical design sessions and collaborating with stakeholders to align architecture with mission and organizational objectives.

Nice To Haves

One or more advanced certifications from major cloud service providers, such as: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional
Additional certifications may include: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate ISC Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) ITIL v4 Foundation or equivalent

Responsibilities

Cloud Infrastructure Design: Lead the design and architecture of cloud infrastructure solutions that are scalable, secure, and efficient, aligning with business objectives and technical requirements.
Strategic Planning: Develop and implement cloud strategies that support both immediate needs and future growth, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Security and Compliance: Ensure that cloud environments adhere to security standards and compliance requirements, implementing best practices to safeguard data and applications.
Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure to enhance performance, reduce costs, and improve resource utilization.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, security, and business units, to understand requirements and deliver effective cloud solutions.
Innovation and Best Practices: Stay informed about the latest cloud technologies and industry trends, incorporating innovative solutions and best practices into cloud architecture.