Cloud Developer Senior Advisor (Solution Architect - Expert) DC

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Analyzes customer requirements and provides highly innovative technical expertise on cloud computing techniques, technologies, infrastructure, DevOps and related cloud architecture
• Provides expert knowledge for the research, evaluation, and deployment of advanced cloud computing systems and large data analytics
• Ability to translate program vision and requirements into Levels 0 to 3 technical architecture drawings using tools such as, Visio and Lucid
• Provides expert knowledge for data integration and migration efforts, including mapping schemas and defining domain specific ontologies
• Provides expert knowledge for the development of highly complex data services, algorithms, and applications using various Microsoft Azure Data services.
• Maintains current and advanced knowledge of progressive and advancing technology as assigned.
• Provides expert guidance and leadership to less experienced cloud development personnel
• May serve as a task or project leader (Not a people manager)
• May consult with executives and customers to deliver complex cloud development solutions
• Recognized as a subject matter expert in cloud technology and services

Cloud Developer Senior Advisor Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design project solutions that align the stakeholder's mission needs with modern technology
• Balance cost, innovation, and compliance while supporting project requirements
• Function as a software architecture & development subject matter expert and advisor to program management and project leadership
• Periodically audit existing systems infrastructure and architecture to ensure an accurate, high-level understanding of present capabilities
• Update architecture diagrams to ensure accuracy on production systems
• Report to leadership and key stakeholders regarding your findings, making recommendations and providing clear roadmaps for successful changes
• Collaborate with other IT professionals and software engineers to develop systems solutions capable of supporting customer and development goals
• Collaborate with the teams that implement changes in physical hardware and software, ensuring seamless integration of new technologies including Cloud, On-Prem hosting including DevSecOps teams.
• Working with PISO and Security to assist developing Authorization to Test (ATT). Authorization To Operate (ATO) and Authorization to Use (ATU).

Cloud Developer Senior Advisor Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or relevant field; master's degree or equivalent professional experience is preferred

• Comprehensive knowledge of corporate Systems/Solutions Architecture processes and trends
  Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience with software development cycles
• Expert knowledge of programming languages and technologies, including Python, Java, PHP, Apex, Drupal, SharePoint, Atlassian, GitLab, .NET, Salesforce, Docker and Containers, NGINX, Postgres, Ruby on Rails
• Active Secret Clearance to start

Required Technical Skills:

• Cloud experience in Azure/Cloud.gov

• Hands-on experience with navigating Microsoft's Azure Platform
• Visio experience desired.
• Develop a data strategy vision for users with high-end analytical needs by conducting technical briefings, prototyping, road mapping, and creating architecture diagrams. This involves building a data platform that supports data flows/pipelines, ETL/ELT and orchestration, data lake/data warehousing, geospatial analysis and services, big data query and analysis. Furthermore, support stakeholder activities using popular languages, tools, packages, and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning frameworks within on-premises or cloud environments.
• Supports program with Fin-Ops initiatives focusing on optimization and efficiency, automation, utilizing industry best practices, integrating data and infrastructure security in all components of the architecture and fostering strong stakeholder relationships
• Works independently under limited supervision
• Network Architecture: Active Directory, Load traffic management (Load balancers), WAF (Web Application Firewall)
  Systems/Solutions Architect Desired Experience

Experience

• 8+ years of relevant experience
  • * May vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
• Experience using MS Visio for updating diagrams
• Experience working in Federal or State government environments
• Ability to work independently and remotely

Certification: Relevant Certifications: Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Fundamentals, Azure Data Engineer, Azure Security, CISSP, AWS

Travel Required: Little to no travel anticipated (may be required to travel upon customer request)

Location: Remote

US Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required

GDIT Is Your Place:

• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

About Our Work
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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