Cloud Solution Architect

Brief Job Description

The Cloud Solution Architect serves as a key technical leader under the Chief Technology Officer, directly designing, building, and integrating enterprise cloud solutions. This role is deeply involved in the practical implementation of cloud-native architectures, migration of legacy systems, and hands‑on troubleshooting across AWS, Azure, and GCP platforms. The architect works closely with development teams, infrastructure engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and cost‑effective solutions that meet organizational goals.

• 40% – Lead the hands‑on design, development, and deployment of cloud‑native applications and services. Build and configure cloud infrastructure using IaC tools such as Terraform, ARM, and Cloud Formation. Migrate legacy applications to cloud platforms by refactoring them for microservices, serverless, or container‑based architectures. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to ensure high availability and optimal performance. Implement automation for CI/CD pipelines and Dev Sec Ops  practices to streamline development and operational processes.
• 25% – Guide development teams in applying cloud architecture patterns and best practices, ensuring robust and scalable solutions. Conduct technical reviews, code walkthroughs, and architecture validation sessions. Translate requirements into actionable cloud solutions, mentor junior architects and engineers to foster skill development and effective solution delivery.
• 20% – Focus on security‑by‑design principles in all cloud solutions, ensuring strict compliance with NIST, FedRAMP, and state cybersecurity standards. Implement secure data exchange and interoperability through modern messaging and API technologies. Continuously optimize cloud resources to achieve the best balance of cost, performance, and scalability.
• 10% – Document solution architectures, technical decisions, and implementation steps using industry‑standard modeling tools. Communicate technical concepts and trade‑offs clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• 5% – Other duties as assigned – Support agency modernization initiatives and stay current with evolving cloud technologies and public sector trends.

• Advanced proficiency in designing, building, and troubleshooting cloud‑native solutions (microservices, serverless, containers).
• Proficiency with AWS, Azure, and GCP—deploying, configuring, and managing native services for computer, networking, security, and data.
• Expertise in Infrastructure‑as‑Code (Terraform, ARM, Cloud Formation) and automation of cloud deployments.
• Proficiency in designing solutions using modern development stacks (Java, .NET, Node.js, Python).
• Strong skills in Dev Ops/Git Ops, CI/CD pipeline setup, and cloud monitoring tools.
• Practical proficiency with API gateway management, service mesh, and secure API development.
• Ability to lead technical teams in solution delivery, code reviews, and architecture validation.
• Proficient in migrating and refactoring legacy applications for cloud environments.
• Deep knowledge of cloud security, compliance frameworks, and secure data exchange.
• Skilled communicator, able to document and present technical solutions and decisions.
• Knowledge of critical federal and state cybersecurity and risk management frameworks (e.g., NIST 800‑53, FISMA, FedRAMP, CMMC), and experience designing compliant systems.
• Knowledge of enterprise data exchange standards relevant to the public sector (e.g., NIEM, HL7, FHIR) and experience with modern messaging/middleware technologies for secure data interoperability.
• Exceptional problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making abilities with a proven track record of guiding cross‑functional teams to consensus on complex architectural challenges.
• Adept at balancing enterprise standards with project agility to drive technical innovation while maintaining governance and security.
• Effective communicator and technical leader, capable of presenting complex architecture roadmaps and technical concepts to both executive stakeholders and development teams.
• Ability to evaluate and modernize legacy…