AWS Cloud Architect

Position Description :

CGI Federal has an exciting opportunity for an AWS Cloud Architect within our Intel sector advancing the national security mission through cutting edge technology. You must have a passion for keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology advancements and leveraging your knowledge on a highly collaborative team to deliver state-of-the-art capabilities.

The AWS Cloud Architect designs builds and manages cloud solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS). They are responsible for translating business requirements into technical solutions ensuring those solutions are scalable secure and cost-effective. This includes designing system architectures selecting appropriate AWS services and providing guidance on best practices.

CGI Federal is growing its high-performance team whose members share a passion for building high-quality scalable advanced IT solutions in a collaborative fast-paced outcome-driven mission.

This position is located in USA VA Arlington; hybrid working model is acceptable.

Your future duties and responsibilities :

Cloud Architecture Design : Developing and maintaining architectural blueprints for AWS-based solutions including infrastructure applications and data management systems.

Solution Implementation : Building and deploying cloud solutions using various AWS services often leveraging automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles.

Performance Optimization : Ensuring solutions are optimized for performance scalability and cost-effectiveness.

Security and Compliance : Implementing security best practices and ensuring solutions comply with relevant industry and organizational security standards.

Cost Management : Monitoring and managing AWS costs identifying opportunities for optimization and cost reduction.

Technical Leadership : Providing guidance and mentorship to development and engineering teams on AWS-related topics.

Documentation : Creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation for cloud architecture processes and procedures.

Troubleshooting and Support : Assisting in troubleshooting complex issues related to AWS infrastructure and applications.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role :

Junior :

Education and / or Experience : Bachelors degree and / or 0 to 2 years of experience

Security Clearance : Active TS / SCI and the ability to obtain and maintain a TS / SCI with CI Poly.

Strong AWS Expertise : Deep understanding of AWS services particularly compute storage networking database and security services.

Cloud Architecture Principles : Knowledge of cloud design patterns best practices and architectural frameworks.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) : Experience with tools like CloudFormation or Terraform for automating infrastructure deployments.

Programming and Scripting : Proficiency in languages like Python or Shell scripting for automation and development.

Security Best Practices : Understanding of AWS security services and best practices for securing cloud environments.

Problem-Solving Skills : Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.

Communication Skills : Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Journeyman :

Education and / or Experience : Bachelors degree and / or 2 to 5 years of experience

Security Clearance : Active TS / SCI and the ability to obtain and maintain a TS / SCI with CI Poly.

Strong AWS Expertise : Deep understanding of AWS services particularly compute storage networking database and security services.

Cloud Architecture Principles : Knowledge of cloud design patterns best practices and architectural frameworks.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) : Experience with tools like CloudFormation or Terraform for automating infrastructure deployments.

Programming and Scripting : Proficiency in languages like Python or Shell scripting for automation and development.

Security Best Practices : Understanding of AWS security services and best practices for securing cloud environments.

Problem-Solving Skills : Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.

Communication Skills : Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level experience relevant training and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $100000.00 - $150000.00.

CGI Federals benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include :

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

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What you can expect from us :

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

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.

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and / or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and / or federal government security clearance requirements and in accordance with applicable laws some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with CGIs legal duty to furnish information.

Key Skills

APIs,Pegasystems,Spring,SOAP,.NET,Hybris,Solution Architecture,Service-Oriented Architecture,Adobe Experience Manager,J2EE,Java,Oracle

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 100000 - 150000