We are seeking a motivated and customer-oriented professional to support our US Courts client.

Duties and responsibilities include:

Cloud Architecture Design:

• Design and implement cloud architecture solutions that meet the organization's needs for scalability, reliability, and security.
• Develop and document cloud strategies, including cloud adoption plans, cloud application design, and cloud management and monitoring.

Cloud Infrastructure Management:

• Manage and maintain cloud infrastructure, ensuring it meets performance, security, and compliance requirements.
• Oversee cloud migration initiatives, including planning, execution, and validation.

Security and Compliance:

• Implement and manage cloud security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits of cloud infrastructure.

Collaboration and Support:

• Collaborate with IT staff, data analysts, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and provide cloud-based solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and support for cloud-related issues and projects.

Performance Optimization:

• Monitor and optimize cloud performance, including resource allocation, cost management, and system performance tuning.
• Implement and manage cloud monitoring tools to ensure optimal performance and availability.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in IT, with at least 3 years focused on cloud architecture and cloud-based solutions.
• Proven experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.
• Experience with cloud migration projects and cloud infrastructure management.
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation.
• Certification in relevant cloud technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert).

Desired Qualifications:

• Proficiency in cloud architecture design and implementation.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in related field.

Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.

*This position is contingent upon contract award to Gunnison Consulting Group.

Why Join Gunnison?

• Gunnison takes on ambitious projects. We target fun, challenging work that requires creative thinking and innovation.
• Quality is our top priority.
• Gunnison employee benefits meet or exceed what other companies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area offer.
• As a small firm there is a great sense of camaraderie at Gunnison. Employees are treated like family. This is an atmosphere we will maintain as we continue to grow.
• We are growing rapidly and the opportunity for individual professional growth with Gunnison is outstanding.
• We hire for careers at Gunnison, not to fill a position.

Employee Benefits

Gunnison employee benefits meet or beat other companies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, including:

• Bonuses AND profit-sharing!
• 401k Matching
• Certifications and training allowance $2,500/year
• 3 weeks of personal leave your first year (160 hours can roll over every year)

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Must be eligible for employment in the United States. We are unable to sponsor candidates at this time

In 1994 Gunnison Consulting Group began serving the greater Washington, D.C. metro area, focused on tackling our customers' most ambitious technology projects. By creating a culture dedicated to enabling our customers and employees to achieve more than they ever thought they could, the company has thrived for over 25 years.