Expression is seeking an experienced Cloud Platform Architect who has a growth mindset, insatiably curious, always learning and welcoming of challenges for the opportunity to grow. In this role you will help design cloud architecture, hybrid solutions, and application support for customer requirements, make recommendations based on both business analysis and technical acumen while bringing innovative technical solution ideas to our customer problems. In this role you will also be responsible for presenting technical concepts to non-technical audiences. If this sounds like you, let’s talk!
Location:
- Washington, D.C.
Security Clearance:
- Secret
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide systems engineering, orchestration, and administrative support for multiple AWS Cloud environment
- Deploy Enterprise Services throughout the IT project lifecycle, to include refining requirements, creating design documentation, creating installation instructions and deployment plans, deploying and upgrading virtual machines, and providing O&M and troubleshooting support
- Lead large technical initiatives and coordinate closely with development teams and project management
- Design and engineer software deployment services from a centralized software repository to virtual desktops in the cloud
- Utilize Agile Scrum frameworks and methodologies in daily execution
- Assist the Project Manager in advising level of complexity and effort of technical implementation details
- Interface with a customer executing a large program with thousands of users and a rapidly growing userbase, supporting multiple vendors, government, and military personnel that require various communication and collaboration mechanisms to meet mission objectives
Requirements:
- BS in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics with 5 years of experience as a Cloud or System Architect
- 5+ years of experience with commercial cloud services
- 3+ years of experience with Kubernetes
- At least on of the following certifications: CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND or SSCP
Desired Skills:
- 3+ years of technical leadership experience leading integrated project teams
- 3+ years of cloud architecture experience
- 1+ years of experience working in a DevSecOps project environment
- Professional Level Certification in AWS (Solutions Architect, SysOps, Developer, or DevOps)
- IAT Level III or IASAE II Certification
Benefits:
- 401k matching
- PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
- Education reimbursement
- Complimentary life insurance
- Generous PTO and holiday leave
- Onsite office gym access
- Commuter Benefits Plan
About Expression:
Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression’s “Perpetual Innovation” culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for our clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with our clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled