A client of Insight Globals is seeking a Lead Cloud Architect to join their dynamic team in Pensacola, FL. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud infrastructure and services, with an emphasis on leading cloud initiatives and projects. You will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing robust cloud solutions that meet our organizations strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure solutions using PaaS and IaaS environments.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new applications and services into the cloud infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot issues within cloud computing environments and provide effective solutions to enhance system performance and uptime.
- Oversee data transfer processes, load balancing, and access control measures to ensure secure and efficient operations.
- Lead the standup of new cloud enclaves and environments, ensuring they adhere to best practices and security protocols.
- Upgrade and optimize existing cloud systems to improve performance and security.
- Configure and instantiate necessary cloud components, including data-diodes, for enhanced security and efficiency.
- Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and provide guidance to junior staff, with the capability to operate independently in complex situations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree or higher in Data Science or Computer Science.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience specifically in cloud architecture or related fields, with a total of 8-10 years of overall IT experience.
- Active Secret Clearance is required.
- Demonstrated experience with one or more cloud platforms, including but not limited to:
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Microsoft Azure
- Cloud 1
- Platform 1
- Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure components such as networking, security, and compliance.
- Proven ability in troubleshooting cloud environments and systems administration.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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BS or higher degree in Data Science or Computer Science with 2 years of experience
Active Secret Clearance
8-10 years of overall related IT experience
Experience in cloud infrastructure, Platform as a Service (PaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), data transfer, load balancing, and access controls.
Experience in troubleshooting issues with cloud computing environments/platforms, providing necessary cloud services, integrating new applications, standup of new enclaves/environments, upgrading/optimizing cloud systems/environments, instantiation/configuration of data-diodes.
Experience must include one or more of the following:
o Amazon Web Services
o Microsoft Azure
o Cloud 1
o Platform 1
Ability to perform at a Senior/SME level with minimal to no assistance from junior level organic staff.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.