Cloud Computing Application Architect

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Cloud Computing Application Architect

Location: McLean, VA

Employment Type: W2 Contract

Duration: 12 months

About the Opportunity:

ZipStaff is hiring a Cloud Computing Application Architect for our client, a leading government technology consulting firm. You will build, manage and secure a cloud-native container platform in AWS, engineering container and cloud management solutions and contributing to DevOps strategy and design for critical mission platforms.

What You'll Do:

• Engineer container management and cloud management solutions on AWS.
• Contribute to strategy and design, ensuring standards are met throughout containerization.
• Automate builds, regression testing, monitoring and releases across environments.
• Recommend resources to help the client securely adopt containers.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years developing tools and processes to drive DevOps/DevSecOps maturity.
• Experience developing, managing and securing cloud-native container solutions in AWS.
• Experience with IaC such as AWS CDK, CloudFormation or Terraform.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of DevOps/DevSecOps experience, or 8+ years in lieu of a degree.

Nice to Have:

• Kubernetes administration, AWS CDK and TypeScript.
• CloudWatch, Identity Center, OpenSearch and AWS Organizations.
• GRC within FedRAMP Moderate or PCI DSS v4.0; ATO experience.
• Python and Bash scripting; Amazon Q.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) + 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off.
• Referral Program.

About ZipStaff:

ZipStaff connects skilled technology professionals with leading organizations across the United States, matching top talent with impactful contract and full-time opportunities.

To apply, submit your resume through this posting. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a ZipStaff recruiter.