Senior AWS Cloud Architect

CGI•Fairfax, VA

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

CGI Federal is seeking a highly skilled Senior AWS Cloud Architect to provide expert cloud architecting support. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing enterprise-level cloud infrastructures that cater to various environments, including sandbox, analytical, research, development, testing, and production, to meet the diverse needs of a federal agency. Join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the cloud infrastructure that supports the critical functions of a federal agency. If you have a passion for cloud architecture and a track record of delivering innovative solutions, we would love to hear from you. This position is located in our Fairfax, VA office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Requirements

Proven experience in architecting and implementing AWS cloud solutions at an enterprise level.
Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles and best practices.
Experience in developing prototypes and transitioning them to production environments.
Expertise in scalable security approaches and cloud optimization techniques.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with staff and contractors.

Nice To Haves

AWS Machine Learning
Docker
GitLab

Responsibilities

Architect and design AWS cloud infrastructures that support the application portfolio, including VPC design, subnet segmentation, routing, NAT gateways, and security groups.
Develop and implement IAM policy designs aligned with least-privilege principles.
Provide solutions architecture for new applications, including deployment strategy, service selection, and integration patterns.
Engage in infrastructure-as-code development and maintenance using tools such as CloudFormation, Terraform, and AWS CDK.
Manage various environments, including development, staging, and production, ensuring seamless integration with enterprise security controls like Palo Alto firewalls.
Develop architectural documentation to support Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements.
Implement cloud cost governance and optimization strategies to ensure efficient resource usage.
Develop and implement prototypes that effectively leverage cloud architecture and available tools to meet performance management expectations.
Architect solutions that promote technology reuse, implement scalable security measures, and optimize cloud resource usage.
Collaborate with staff and contractors to deploy, operationalize, and maintain government prototypes, ensuring a smooth transition to production tools.
Provide guidance and support in the deployment and maintenance of cloud-based solutions, ensuring they align with organizational goals and objectives.