AWS Architect

AWS Architect

Cincinnati, OH / Remote (Only USC/GC)

Contract/ FTE

Position Overview: Seeking a Senior AWS Architect to lead the design, setup, and configuration of AWS accounts, infrastructure, and networking for the company’s new AWS cloud environment. This role is critical to ensuring a secure, scalable, and efficient cloud architecture that aligns with GE Aerospace’s strategic priorities and FLIGHT DECK lean operating model. The Senior AWS Architect will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that meet business needs while adhering to industry best practices and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• AWS Account Setup and Configuration:
  • Design and implement AWS account structures, including multi-account strategies using AWS Organizations.
  • Configure Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles, policies, and permissions to ensure secure access control.
  • Establish billing and cost management practices to optimize cloud spend.
• Infrastructure Design and Deployment:
  • Architect scalable and resilient cloud infrastructure using AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and others.
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like AWS CloudFormation.
  • Ensure high availability and disaster recovery configurations for critical workloads.
• Networking and Security:
  • Design and configure Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), subnets, route tables, and security groups.
  • Implement secure connectivity solutions, including VPNs, Direct Connect, and hybrid cloud architectures.
  • Ensure compliance with GE Aerospace’s security standards, including encryption, monitoring, and logging.
• Continuous Improvement and Automation:
  • Develop automated deployment pipelines using AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, and CodeDeploy.
  • Optimize infrastructure for performance, cost, and scalability.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with FLIGHT DECK principles.
• Collaboration and Leadership:
  • Partner with application teams, DevOps engineers, and security teams to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and engineers.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for AWS services and cloud architecture.
• Documentation and Governance:
  • Create and maintain detailed documentation for cloud architecture, configurations, and processes.
  • Establish governance frameworks for cloud operations, including tagging strategies and compliance monitoring.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with at least 5 years focused on AWS.
  • Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale AWS environments.
• Technical Skills:
  • Expertise in AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, CloudFormation, and more.
  • Strong knowledge of networking concepts, including DNS, firewalls, and load balancing.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and IaC tools (e.g., CloudFormation).
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Certifications:
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
  • AWS Certified Advanced Networking preferred
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.