Cloud Architect

**Cloud Architect** **Category:** Infrastructure/Cloud **Main location:** United States, Virginia, Fairfax **Position ID:** J1125-1079 **Employment Type:** Full Time U.S. - What we do matters ( By playing this video you consent to Google/YouTube processing your data and using cookies -Learn more (xweb.asp?clid=21001&page=cookiespolicy#integrationofyoutube) . **Position Description:** We are seeking a skilled Cloud Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design and implementation of cloud infrastructure to ensure scalability, security, and efficiency. As a Cloud Architect, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our cloud environments meet both short-term and long-term organizational goals. This position is located in our Fairfax, VA office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. **Your future duties and responsibilities:** Cloud Infrastructure Design: Lead the design and architecture of cloud infrastructure solutions that are scalable, secure, and efficient, aligning with business objectives and technical requirements. Strategic Planning: Develop and implement cloud strategies that support both immediate needs and future growth, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Security and Compliance: Ensure that cloud environments adhere to security standards and compliance requirements, implementing best practices to safeguard data and applications. Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure to enhance performance, reduce costs, and improve resource utilization. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, security, and business units, to understand requirements and deliver effective cloud solutions. Innovation and Best Practices: Stay informed about the latest cloud technologies and industry trends, incorporating innovative solutions and best practices into cloud architecture. **Required qualifications to be successful in this role:** Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a closely related technical 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 IT, including at least five (5) years of direct experience designing and managing cloud-based solutions across AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), or hybrid/multi-cloud environments. Relevant Experience Includes: Designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable cloud architectures in enterprise settings. Executing cloud migration strategies including rehosting, re-platforming, and refactoring. Building Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates, or Ansible. Defining and governing architecture standards and frameworks to support high availability, disaster recovery, and scalability. Applying best practices in cloud security, compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST 800-53), and IAM. Managing cost optimization, resource monitoring, and performance tuning for cloud-native services. Implementing and operating containerized environments with Docker and Kubernetes. Integrating cloud platforms with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines for automated provisioning and deployments. Leading technical design sessions and collaborating with stakeholders to align architecture with mission and organizational objectives. Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required: One or more advanced certifications from major cloud service providers, such as: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional Additional certifications may include: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate ISC Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) ITIL v4 Foundation or equivalent 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 $100,800.00 - $245,500.00. CGI Federal's 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 \#CGIFederalJob \#LI-DD1 **Skills:** + Cloud Computing + Detail-oriented **What you can expect from us:** **Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action.** Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll 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. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll 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. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll 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 team-one 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. CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. 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