Public Cloud Architect (AWS-Focused) - Remote (US)

NTT DATA Services•Austin, TX

1d•$104,000 - $193,000•Remote

About The Position

NTT DATA is seeking a Public Cloud Architect (AWS-Focused) to join their team. This remote role requires a US citizen or Green card holder and involves an annual FBI CJIS Background check. The architect will be instrumental in developing and implementing the AWS cloud strategy for clients, focusing on designing advanced, scalable, and secure reference architectures. The role emphasizes enterprise-scale AWS architecture, automation, and governance, utilizing tools like Terraform, GitHub, ServiceNow, CyberArk, Prometheus, Grafana, and MuleSoft, with AWS as the core platform. The position supports integration with other cloud platforms as needed and operates within both AWS GovCloud and Commercial environments.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in cloud architecture with deep expertise in AWS (primary requirement).
Proven experience designing enterprise-grade AWS reference architectures.
Strong expertise in AWS Organizations, Control Tower, SCPs.
Strong expertise in multi-account AWS environments (GovCloud + Commercial).
Hands-on experience with at least one of the following: Terraform and GitHub (IaC pipelines), ServiceNow and/or Apptio Cloudability integration, CyberArk / secure access controls, Prometheus, Grafana, MuleSoft.
Experience in security, compliance, identity, and network architecture within AWS.
Must have experience with REST APIs and automation frameworks.
Must be a US citizen or Green card holder.

Nice To Haves

AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect – Professional).
Experience in AWS FinOps and cost optimization strategies.
Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman).

Responsibilities

Design and maintain AWS-native reference architectures aligned with enterprise security, scalability, compliance, and operational requirements.
Develop end-to-end AWS solution blueprints across IaaS, PaaS, Containerized workloads (EKS/ECS), and Serverless architectures (Lambda, API Gateway).
Lead architecture strategy across AWS Organizations, including multi-account structures, GovCloud and Commercial partitions, and Service Control Policies (SCPs) and AWS Control Tower.
Incorporate Zero Trust principles and Privileged Access Management (CyberArk) into AWS designs.
Partner with DevOps, security, and application teams to standardize AWS architecture practices.
Establish and enforce Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) standards using Terraform and GitHub for AWS deployments.
Integrate AWS environments with enterprise platforms, including ServiceNow for workflow automation and governance, and Apptio Cloudability for AWS cost management and FinOps reporting.
Implement secure access and credential management solutions (e.g., CyberArk, Appgate) within AWS ecosystems.
Enable API-driven automation leveraging AWS services and REST APIs.
Design and implement observability frameworks for AWS workloads using Prometheus and Grafana.
Enable monitoring, alerting, and performance insights across AWS services.
Integrate observability tools with APIs and enterprise systems (e.g., MuleSoft).
Define and enforce AWS governance models, including tagging strategies, policy enforcement (SCPs, IAM, guardrails), and cost governance (FinOps).
Champion DevSecOps practices across AWS environments.
Evaluate new AWS services and capabilities to maintain modern, future-ready architecture.
Produce AWS-focused architecture documentation, including reference diagrams, technical runbooks, standards, and patterns.
Lead workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions to enable teams on AWS best practices.