Cloud Computing Application Architect

Booz Allen Hamilton•Annapolis Junction, MD

About The Position

Cloud Computing Application Architect The Opportunity: Everyone is trying to “harness the cloud,” but not everyone knows how. As a cloud computing application architect, you know how to create a cloud-based technical architecture that meets client needs and takes advantage of cloud capabilities. On our team, you’ll help multiple teams modernize their infrastructure by transitioning from traditional virtual machine environments to scalable, secure cloud architectures. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s cloud strategy, designing and evaluating implementation options that balance performance, cost, complexity, and compliance. You’ll recommend tools and solutions based on your research of the current environment and knowledge of various on-premise, cloud-based, and hybrid resources. You’ll lead your team as they help the client overcome their most difficult challenges in the cloud. Join us. The world can’t wait.

Requirements

Experience with infrastructure-as-code and automation frameworks, such as Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM, and Bicep
Experience with Kubernetes, ECS, and containerized workload orchestration
Experience with DevOps pipelines, CI/CD tools, and monitoring stacks, such as Grafana, Prometheus, or CloudWatch
Experience with monitoring, logging, and cost management tools across multiple clouds
Experience in architecting cloud solutions, such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Knowledge of native cloud services for compute, networking, identity, and storage
Knowledge of computer networking protocols and principles
Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely to technical and non-technical stakeholders
TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of experience with cloud or 16+ years of experience with cloud in lieu of a degree