Cloud Architect

Google Cloud Architect (GCP)

TechTrend, Inc. is seeking an experienced Google Cloud Architect to support the modernization of cloud and cybersecurity capabilities for a major U.S. Government customer.

In this role, you will collaborate with architects, engineers, Agile development teams, and business stakeholders to design and implement secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions within Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate combines strong hands-on GCP architecture experience with expertise in cloud security, networking, infrastructure as code, and DevSecOps practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner with lead engineers and architects to design advanced, cloud-based architectures that deliver new cybersecurity capabilities.
• Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable, and highly available Google Cloud environments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, business teams, development teams, and IT professionals to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.
• Design and manage GCP networking, including Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), load balancers, Cloud NAT, DNS, VPNs, and hybrid connectivity with on-premises environments.
• Configure and manage Identity and Access Management (IAM), service accounts, organizational policies, and access controls.
• Implement cloud security controls using Google Cloud Security Command Center and related security services.
• Design and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Cloud Build, GitLab CI/CD, or Jenkins.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform.
• Support DevOps and DevSecOps practices across cloud environments.
• Develop cloud solutions involving microservices, serverless technologies, APIs, artificial intelligence and machine learning, advanced analytics, and enterprise collaboration tools.
• Monitor and optimize cloud resource utilization, scalability, performance, and cost.
• Create and maintain documentation covering cloud architecture, infrastructure configurations, security controls, and operational procedures.
• Participate in Agile Scrum activities and collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the solution-development lifecycle.
• Adapt to evolving priorities and contribute to initiatives that may extend beyond the initial scope of the position.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in cloud architecture, cloud engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience designing and implementing solutions in Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong knowledge of GCP architecture, networking, security, IAM, monitoring, and governance.
• Experience designing secure VPC architectures, load balancing, DNS, NAT, VPNs, and hybrid-cloud connectivity.
• Experience with Terraform and infrastructure-as-code practices.
• Experience developing or supporting CI/CD pipelines using Cloud Build, GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, or comparable tools.
• Experience working in DevOps or DevSecOps environments.
• Experience supporting cloud security and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder-collaboration skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or Lawful permanent resident (Green Card Holder)
• Must reside within commuting distance of Reston, Virginia.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related technical field.
• HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate certification.
• Experience with Google Cloud Security Command Center.
• Experience with Orca Security, Apigee, Splunk, Jenkins, and Git.
• Experience with AI/ML, IoT, advanced analytics, open-source technologies, microservices, and serverless architecture.
• Experience supporting U.S. Government customers or regulated environments.
• Knowledge of applicable security frameworks, such as NIST, FedRAMP, or Zero Trust principles.

• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect (preferred) or any additional GCP specialty certifications (ML Engineer, Security Engineer)

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Work Location: Hybrid, with onsite work required once per week in Reston, VA.
• Travel: No travel required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid federal holidays
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Complimentary gym access at TechTrend headquarters

TechTrend, Inc. is a Small Business providing IT products and services to both the government and commercial markets. We were founded in 2003 and continue to evolve as a leading provider of enterprise-wide services and technology solutions. TechTrend is a noted and trusted partner to our clients who seek our knowledge and guidance for their most critical and complex IT projects. TechTrend's mission is to provide comprehensive, enterprise-wide IT solutions to our clients' complex challenges. We serve as a liaison for positive organizational change by forming relationships and building bridges across functions, gaining buy-in from both leaders and end-users, and removing barriers to mission success. Our established processes ensure quality delivery of results by maximizing efficiency, productivity, and client satisfaction enterprise-wide.