Cloud Architect

For nearly 50 years, CSA has delivered integrated technology and operational support services to meet the defense and federal sector's most complex enterprise needs. Working from operations centers and shipyards to training sites and program offices, CSA deploys experienced teams, innovative tools and proven processes to advance federal missions.  

Client Solution Architects (CSA) is currently seeking a Cloud Architect in Portsmouth, Virginia. The successful candidate should be technical, customer service oriented, and enthusiastic with respect to the nature of work.  This role will serve as a cloud subject matter expert and trusted advisor providing technical support and architectural guidance to client and contractor teams in support of the Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s Command Information Office.

• Works with government and contractor team to design and implement secure Cloud solutions (Azure/AWS) for Norfolk Naval Shipyard. 
• Works with DoD and/or DoN cloud brokers to accomplish program planning and control of activities required to meet client and contractual requirements.
• Defines the overall Cloud Architecture and provide input into design and operational activities based on best practices and tailored to the clients’ needs and infrastructure.
• Provides business level input necessary for the client to maximize the benefit of the cloud environment.
• Provides client data from research and evaluation of current trends, best practices and preferred architectural approach to ensure the solution matches clients’ needs and infrastructure.
• Provides architecture expertise to the program team and government staff, and assist in development of products and deliverables to further the strategy and goals of a large government organization that is in transition to a Cloud hosting model.
• Provides data to client from research and evaluation of current trends, best practices and preferred architectural approach to ensure the solution matches clients’ needs and infrastructure.
• Assists and supports client activities to eliminate gaps or inconsistencies in the initial solution, architectural design, deliverables, benefits and messaging.
• Demonstrated experience working on projects that span multiple IT functions where analysis of systems or data requires an in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards.
• Assist existing support staff during the selection, rollout, transition, & operational phases.
• Identifies, evaluates, and recommends IT infrastructure, new systems and/or technologies.

• Clearance: Ability to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance.
• Certification Required:  CompTIA Cloud , OR CompTIA Security , OR GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP), OR Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or another IT-related field.  5 years related experience can be substituted for a degree.
• Minimum 5 years of experience related to the job responsibilities.
• Extensive knowledge in Cloud Technologies, including professional experience architecting and operating solutions built on Azure or AWS
• Understanding of Cloud technologies (VPC, RDS, IAM, Storage, ELB) and others.
• Experience assessing, planning, designing, and migrating/transforming legacy applications to the Cloud
• Must be able to articulate cloud technologies and approaches to all levels of customer and contractor personnel
• Must be a motivated, self-starter, capable of completing assigned work

• Active TS Clearance.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Applicants may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; an active United States Department of Defense security clearance or the ability to obtain one may be required for this role.

As a federal contractor, CSA will abide by the client’s infectious disease protocols.

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We are constantly on the hunt for talented, forward-thinking problem solvers with an energetic attitude and a strong work ethic to join our elite team of CSAers.   

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