Cloud Senior Solutions Architect

Summary

Join SMX as a Senior Solutions Architect specializing in Impact Level 5 (IL5) environments. This remote role, supporting a Herndon, VA team, focuses on designing and implementing secure cloud solutions for high-profile clients in regulated industries, adhering to DoD and FedRAMP guidelines. You will develop and enforce strategies to meet IL5 security requirements, lead security assessments, and mentor junior team members. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and IL5 environments, along with strong leadership and communication skills. A competitive salary, benefits including health insurance, paid leave, and retirement, and professional development opportunities are offered.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in technology
• Demonstrated mastery of Cloud Services and technology
• Proficiency in cybersecurity principles, cloud security best practices, and compliance standards relevant to IL5, including DoD Cloud Computing SRG, NIST frameworks, and FedRAMP
• Deep understanding of SCCA and experience designing solutions for VDSS/VDMS in AWS
• Experience with container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes for developing, deploying, and managing applications in IL5 environments
• Expertise in the DoD's Impact Level standards, particularly IL5, and the associated security controls and compliance processes
• Skilled in audit preparation, documenting compliance, and developing security policies and procedures
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools and container management systems
• Capability to deconstruct technical architecture into actionable tasks and plans
• Experience writing comprehensive Statements of Work (SoWs) and Proposals
• Exceptional customer interaction skills and professionalism
• Leadership abilities to guide and mentor junior team members
• A strong commitment to organizational growth, including contributions to the sales process, candidate interviews, and fostering deep customer relationships
• Experience in agile development environments and familiarity with Scrum methodologies
• Outstanding communication skills, capable of explaining complex cloud and security concepts to diverse audiences
• Customer-focused attitude with a strong emphasis on satisfaction and relationship building
• Willingness to travel up to 25%
• Direct experience in architecting and designing environments for IL5 or other high-security settings
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex projects in regulated industries or government sectors, meeting stringent security and compliance requirements
• A technical degree or an additional 10 years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce strategies ensuring cloud environments meet or exceed IL5 security requirements, focusing on protecting CUI and complying with DoD guidelines
• Integrate secure cloud computing architectures using encryption, IAM, and network security technologies
• Lead security assessment and authorization activities to achieve and maintain ATO for IL5-hosted services, collaborating with government compliance agencies
• Assess cloud architectures and systems' security posture by applying secure cloud computing principles
• Serve as an SME for integrating advanced cloud technologies in IL5 environments and advising on secure migration and deployment best practices
• Ensure consistent application of secure cloud computing architecture principles across all cloud initiatives
• Collaborate with engineering and development teams to integrate secure SDLC practices and cloud architecture standards for IL5 environments
• Participate in strategic planning to align cloud strategies with organizational goals, emphasizing IL5 compliance and secure cloud architectures for government projects
• Mentor junior architects and engineers on designing and operating IL5-compliant cloud environments, fostering a security-aware culture
• Implement process efficiencies and automation to enhance security and compliance through secure cloud computing practices
• Lead architecture discussions to clarify complex cloud concepts and ensure effective implementation of secure cloud architectures
• Work with cybersecurity teams to integrate secure cloud architectures and improve security postures
• Establish and enforce cloud governance policies incorporating secure cloud architecture principles to ensure compliance and security
• Provide training and mentorship on cloud best practices and secure cloud architectures to enhance organizational capabilities
• Engage with cloud service providers to address security-related issues and negotiate terms supporting secure cloud requirements
• Develop and test PoCs for new cloud technologies to ensure alignment with secure cloud architecture standards before implementation
• Document cloud architectures, design patterns, and operational procedures, highlighting secure architecture components for security and compliance
• Identify and mitigate risks in cloud projects, focusing on those impacting secure cloud architecture and IL5 compliance
• Maintain AWS and Azure certifications, specializing in secure cloud architectures and best security practices

Preferred Qualifications

• BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Over 7 years of hands-on experience with AWS
• AWS Solution Architect Professional certification or equivalent credentials

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid leave
• Retirement
• Remote work