Senior Cloud Solutions Architect
DiversityJobs, Chantilly, VA, United States
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD)staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.
The Cloud Platforms & Architectures Department (CPAD) is the center-of-excellence for cloud computing and cloud-related technologies within The Aerospace Corporation. CPAD's overall goal is to stay at the forefront of cloud technology to enable our customers to effectively
leverage
it to fulfill their
space
mission needs.
CPAD works with a variety of government organ
izations, contractors, and cloud service providers
to help government programs design, architect,
and
evolve
their cloud systems.
They also provide the government and contractors with guidance on best practices for developing, implementing, and
operating
cloud systems in support of government space missions.
If
you're
a passionate and driven individual who is excited about developing advancedcloudsolutions that keep our nation at the forefront of space systems capabilities, consider joining our team of talented engineers.
Work Model This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, Va
which
requires
100% onsite work.
What
You'll
Be Doing Collaborate with
DoD, IC, and Civil space
mission owners to understand their cloud technology uses cases and mission needs
.
Work with cloud
s
ervice providers
(e.g., Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform) to understand their technologies
and
help the government and their contractors effectively adopt those technologies
.
Act as a technical lead on prototyping efforts to
demonstrate
and benchmark
cloud technologies on
space
mission use cases.
Provide guidance and reference cloud
architectures
and best practices for the space enterprise.
Conduct cloud architecture reviews of customer mission systems.
Develop cloud migration strategies for customer mission systems.
Perform cloud cost estimations and optimizations for customer mission systems
Capture and share best-practice knowledge amongst the Aerospace Corporation's
cloud
solution architect community.
Create and deliver presentations to internal teams and external stakeholders.
What You Need to be Successful -
Senior
Engineering Specialist
- Cloud Computing Architecture Minimum
Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science
or a related STEM field
.
At least 12 years of experience working with
software, IT systems,
and related technologies
.
At least 5 years of experience working with cloud
technologies.
In
depth
knowledge
and
hands
on
experience
with
at
least
one
public
cloud
service
provider
(
e.g.,
Amazon
Web
Services,
Microsoft
Azure,
Google
Cloud
Platform).
In depth understanding and
demonstrated
experience with
well architected cloud concepts
: operational excellen
ce
, performance efficiency, security, reliability, and cost optimization.
Experience in designing,
architecting,
developing, implementing,
operating
, and evolving cloud
systems to support customers
.
Proven
track record
of working with customers to understand requirements and build
cloud
solutions to meet those requirements.
Willing to travel
domestically
to work location
s,
customer site
s, and conferences up to
10
%, if
required
.
This position requires ability to obtain and
maintain
a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is
required
to obtain a security clearance.
How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field
.
Certifications related to cloud computing (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect
, Azure Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Engineer
)
.
Certifications related to c
ybersecurity
(e.g.,
Security+, CISSP
)
.
Familiarity with satellite and ground systems architectures.
Active security clearance issued by the U.S. Government
.
We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Max) $166,400.00 - $249,600.00
Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.
A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an
equalopportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression,
color,religion,geneticinformation,
marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat
peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org
.You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal .
Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD)staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.
The Cloud Platforms & Architectures Department (CPAD) is the center-of-excellence for cloud computing and cloud-related technologies within The Aerospace Corporation. CPAD's overall goal is to stay at the forefront of cloud technology to enable our customers to effectively
leverage
it to fulfill their
space
mission needs.
CPAD works with a variety of government organ
izations, contractors, and cloud service providers
to help government programs design, architect,
and
evolve
their cloud systems.
They also provide the government and contractors with guidance on best practices for developing, implementing, and
operating
cloud systems in support of government space missions.
If
you're
a passionate and driven individual who is excited about developing advancedcloudsolutions that keep our nation at the forefront of space systems capabilities, consider joining our team of talented engineers.
Work Model This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, Va
which
requires
100% onsite work.
What
You'll
Be Doing Collaborate with
DoD, IC, and Civil space
mission owners to understand their cloud technology uses cases and mission needs
.
Work with cloud
s
ervice providers
(e.g., Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform) to understand their technologies
and
help the government and their contractors effectively adopt those technologies
.
Act as a technical lead on prototyping efforts to
demonstrate
and benchmark
cloud technologies on
space
mission use cases.
Provide guidance and reference cloud
architectures
and best practices for the space enterprise.
Conduct cloud architecture reviews of customer mission systems.
Develop cloud migration strategies for customer mission systems.
Perform cloud cost estimations and optimizations for customer mission systems
Capture and share best-practice knowledge amongst the Aerospace Corporation's
cloud
solution architect community.
Create and deliver presentations to internal teams and external stakeholders.
What You Need to be Successful -
Senior
Engineering Specialist
- Cloud Computing Architecture Minimum
Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science
or a related STEM field
.
At least 12 years of experience working with
software, IT systems,
and related technologies
.
At least 5 years of experience working with cloud
technologies.
In
depth
knowledge
and
hands
on
experience
with
at
least
one
public
cloud
service
provider
(
e.g.,
Amazon
Web
Services,
Microsoft
Azure,
Cloud
Platform).
In depth understanding and
demonstrated
experience with
well architected cloud concepts
: operational excellen
ce
, performance efficiency, security, reliability, and cost optimization.
Experience in designing,
architecting,
developing, implementing,
operating
, and evolving cloud
systems to support customers
.
Proven
track record
of working with customers to understand requirements and build
cloud
solutions to meet those requirements.
Willing to travel
domestically
to work location
s,
customer site
s, and conferences up to
10
%, if
required
.
This position requires ability to obtain and
maintain
a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is
required
to obtain a security clearance.
How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field
.
Certifications related to cloud computing (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect
, Azure Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Engineer
)
.
Certifications related to c
ybersecurity
(e.g.,
Security+, CISSP
)
.
Familiarity with satellite and ground systems architectures.
Active security clearance issued by the U.S. Government
.
We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Max) $166,400.00 - $249,600.00
Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.
A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an
equalopportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression,
color,religion,geneticinformation,
marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat
peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org
.You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal .