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TrekFed lists this AWS Migration Lead/Principal Cloud Architect opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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AWS Migration Lead/Principal Cloud Architect
Fully Remote Remote Worker - N/A
Description
SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB:
The AWS Migration Lead/Principal Cloud Architect leads client engagements in the design and build of scalable next-generation cloud architectures.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the technical planning and delivery of client engagements for Migrations and Modernizations to AWS for Government and Defense Industrial Base (DIB) customers.
Provide thought leadership around scalable next-generation cloud architecture experience and guidance to clients
Lead cross-functional implementation teams to deliver cloud modernization solutions to clients
Lead and provide technical coaching; including delivery oversight, to a growing team of cloud engineers
Evaluate libraries, tools, and services for suitability
Write Infrastructure as Code (IaC) in multiple frameworks to create independent, transferrable components at an appropriate level, taking into account different aspects of a stack and how to build stability and security into them.
Help clients get work done smarter with automation and code
Drive more complex projects and contribute to the detailed idea space effectively
Learn, coach, and share knowledge and skills with other TrekFed team members
Lead re-platforming and refactoring efforts for existing systems
Prepare work for team members of varying levels of experience, defining stories and task type work
Contribute to internal IP and open source development
Participate in delivery efforts using Agile or other work methodologies
Build relationships with vendors and partners
Engage with clients including presentations, technical decisions, and education opportunities
Learn, research, and stay up to date on best practices and evolutionary capability in the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud
Be a technical team advocate, ensuring clear direction and efficient execution
Perform code reviews, provide feedback, and pair when beneficial
Keep an eye out for opportunities to support our clients in even greater ways
Contribute to blog posts and attend events periodically, as asked
Occasional travel may be required to meet stakeholders, kick off new projects, attend conferences, and attend company functions.
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field and 8 years of general IT experience (programming, hardware, software, etc); or 10 years of general IT experience (programming, hardware, software, etc)
3-5+ years of experience with Amazon Web Services
3+ years code-defined infrastructure experience
3+ years Continuous Integration and Deliver (CI/CD) experience
3+ years experience with Cloud Native patterns with services like AWS Lambda
3-5+ years experience architecting and building scalable, automated infrastructure
Demonstrated experience working in a consultative, client-facing consulting role
Have worked with Agile Project Management or other project management work methodologies.
Must be a U.S. Citizen
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
AWS Associate and/or Professional Level Certifications
3-5+ years of programming and/or familiarity utilizing Python, Node.js, Typescript, GoLang, Java, C#, or other similar languages
Expert experience in large-scale enterprise IT environments
Able to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated documentation and presentation skills
Previous or current experience with Federal / Government stakeholders, contractors, and solution providers
Familiarity with newer ATO strategies such as Fast Track or Continuous ATO
Willingness to apply for and obtain a U.S. Govt security clearance
COMPETENCIES:
Communication: The ability to effectively convey information, ideas, and instructions to individuals or groups, both verbally and in writing.
Time Management: The ability to effectively plan and organize one's own time in order to meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and make the most efficient use of time.
Self-Management: The ability to manage one's own emotions, thoughts, and behavior in different situations.
Building Work Relationships: The ability to establish and maintain positive and productive relationships with colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders.
Problem Analysis: The ability to identify, understand, and analyze problems in order to find solutions.
Persuasiveness: The ability to effectively present and argue one's own ideas and opinions, as well as influence others to adopt a certain viewpoint or take a specific action.
Technical expertise: The ability to understand, apply, and stay current with the knowledge, concepts, and practices in a specific field or industry.
Leadership: The ability to guide and inspire a team to achieve a common goal.
Planning: The ability to set goals, develop action plans, and effectively allocate resources in order to achieve desired outcomes.
Business development: The ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities, including the ability to generate leads, build relationships, and close deals.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continuous mental and/or visual attention required
Requires the ability to remain stationary for long periods of time
Regularly communicates to various people inside and outside of the organization
Regular reading and analysis are required
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Must be a US Citizen
Able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance a plus
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