Cloud Architect
Systems Integration & Developer (SID) is an award-winning IT solutions provider headquartered in Rockville, MD seeking a Cloud Architect. This is a full-time and hybrid position.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Design and develop cloud architecture strategies to support scientific applications, large-scale data processing, and mission-aligned workflows.
- Lead the migration of legacy and modern systems to hybrid and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, OCI, GCP).
- Architect secure, scalable, and resilient platforms optimized for research-to-operations (R2O) and high-throughput workloads.
- Collaborate with scientific development, DevOps, cybersecurity, and mission stakeholders to deliver end-to-end cloud solutions.
- Establish and enforce cloud governance, including cost controls, data compliance, and security best practices for scientific data systems.
- Develop and maintain architecture documentation, diagrams, and reusable patterns to support scalable, cloud-native modernization.
- Troubleshoot cloud infrastructure issues, optimize performance, and implement automation for system reliability and observability.
- Stay informed on emerging cloud technologies and NOAA-relevant standards (e.g., cloud portability, FAIR data principles, etc.).
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of experience in IT, with at least 2 years in a cloud architecture or engineering role.
- Proven experience with at least one major cloud provider (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure).
- Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) in support of automated, scalable deployments.
- Strong understanding of cloud networking, security, identity management, and storage services in hybrid or multi-cloud environments.
- Proficiency in scripting or programming (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation and orchestration.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps principles, particularly for data-driven or scientific systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect, or OCI Architect Associate/Professional..
- Experience supporting scientific, research, or mission-critical applications in federal or environmental agencies.
- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) for scalable application design.
- Familiarity with scientific data lifecycle challenges, including ingest, storage, processing, and dissemination.
- Experience integrating observability tools, cost management, and compliance into cloud-native environments.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
Systems Integration & Development (SID) offers a unique, stimulating and challenging environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance. Systems Integration & Development (SID) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Some of our competitive benefits include
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and all Federal Holidays off
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Pre-Tax Benefit Programs
- Wellness and Work-Life Support
- Professional Development
- Performance and Referral Bonuses
- Life and Disability Insurance
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