Cloud Consultant; SME

Cloud Consultant (SME)

Category:
Analytics and Emerging Digital Technologies

Main location:
United States, Virginia, Fairfax

Position : J

Employment Type:

Full Time

We are seeking an experienced Cloud SME Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned technology professional with a deep understanding of cloud computing strategies, implementation, and optimization. As a Cloud SME Consultant, you will play a critical role in advising our clients on their cloud journey, ensuring that their business needs are met with scalable and efficient cloud solutions.

This position is located in our Fairfax, VA office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

• Collaborate with clients to assess their business needs and develop comprehensive cloud computing strategies that align with their organizational goals (Cloud Strategy Development).
• Design scalable and secure cloud solutions tailored to meet the specific requirements of each client, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness (Solution Design).
• Lead and oversee the implementation of cloud solutions, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in accordance with best practices (Implementation Oversight).
• Continuously evaluate and optimize existing cloud environments to enhance performance, security, and cost-efficiency (Cloud Optimization).
• Provide expert strategic guidance to clients on cloud adoption, helping them navigate the complexities of cloud technologies and make informed decisions (Strategic Guidance).
• Work closely with client stakeholders to understand their needs, address concerns, and ensure successful cloud adoption and integration (Stakeholder Engagement).
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in cloud computing, and incorporate this knowledge into client engagements (Industry Best Practices).

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related field is required. A Bachelor's degree may be substituted by at least five (5) years of relevant professional experience.

Minimum Experience:

Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in information technology, including at least four (4) years in cloud strategy, cloud transformation leadership, or enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.

Relevant

Experience:

• Leading large‑scale cloud migration and transformation projects across hybrid and multi‑cloud Fed Ramp environments.
• Advising on cloud strategy, governance, security, and financial optimization.
• Deep technical understanding of IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and serverless technologies.
• Hands‑on expertise with all four of the following platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
• Engaging with senior stakeholders to align technical recommendations with organizational strategy.
• Delivering executive‑level briefings and transformation roadmaps.

Desired qualifications/non‑essential skills:

• Cloud certifications from major providers: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional.
• ITIL v4 Foundation (or similar) for service management alignment.
• TOGAF or other enterprise architecture frameworks (optional but beneficial).

Reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well‑being programs

• Cloud Computing

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.