Cloud Architect

COLSA CorporationColorado Springs, CO

About The Position

COLSA Corporation is currently seeking a Cloud Architect responsible for developing and applying advanced techniques in the investigation and solution of advanced system requirements and problems.

Requirements

  • Developing and applying advanced techniques in the investigation and solution of advanced system requirements and problems.
  • Experience with AWS and Azure cloud services.
  • Knowledge of infrastructure automation tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
  • Understanding of DoD security policies, DoD Zero Trust Strategy, and Impact Level (IL) requirements.
  • Familiarity with security controls, including identity management, encryption, and network security.
  • Experience with security assessments and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
  • Knowledge of Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
  • Understanding of DevSecOps best practices.
  • Ability to provide unbiased technical advice, analysis, and recommendations.
  • Experience reviewing contractor work for alignment with standards.
  • Mentoring and advising technical staff on cloud technologies and best practices.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and document government cloud strategies and architectural plans.
  • Collaborate with government stakeholders to translate mission requirements into technical concepts and design patterns.
  • Conduct analysis of alternatives and provide recommendations for cloud services from providers like AWS and Azure.
  • Provide technical oversight and review of cloud infrastructure designs and implementation plans from development contractors.
  • Analyze and advise on the use of infrastructure automation tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) to ensure best practices.
  • Assess and advise on strategies for migrating on-premises applications and data to the cloud.
  • Ensure proposed cloud solutions adhere to DoD security policies, including the DoD Zero Trust Strategy and relevant Impact Level (IL) requirements.
  • Review and advise on the implementation and monitoring of security controls, including identity management, encryption, and network security.
  • Assist with the review and preparation of documentation for security assessments and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
  • Analyze and provide recommendations on Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to enhance security and efficiency.
  • Promote the adoption of DevSecOps best practices across government and contractor teams.
  • As a SETA professional, provide unbiased technical advice, analysis, and recommendations to government leadership.
  • Review the work of development contractors to ensure alignment with architectural, security, and performance standards.
  • Mentor and advise government technical staff on emerging cloud technologies and best practices.

Benefits

  • Employee-centric culture
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