[Remote] Job Opportunity for Cloud Systems Engineer / Cloud Systems Architect with our Federal Client

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Alpha Consulting Corp. is seeking a highly experienced Cloud Systems Engineer / Cloud Systems Architect with deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The role involves designing, implementing, and governing enterprise cloud infrastructure and platform solutions, while serving as a trusted advisor to technical and executive leadership to drive cloud adoption initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise cloud solutions aligned with organizational technology strategies
• Develop cloud architecture deliverables, including: Reference architectures, Solution designs, Bills of materials, Cost estimates, Implementation guidance
• Define cloud standards, design patterns, policies, and governance frameworks
• Lead architecture reviews and technical solution development efforts
• Ensure alignment between infrastructure, applications, security, and enterprise architecture standards
• Provide technical leadership throughout solution lifecycle activities
• Drive cloud adoption initiatives and cultural transformation efforts
• Participate in development of cloud roadmaps and modernization strategies
• Promote best practices and standards for cloud-hosted solutions
• Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and industry trends
• Assess business value and recommend innovative solutions
• Provide strategic guidance regarding future cloud investments and architecture direction
• Ensure architecture governance processes are followed
• Establish and maintain cloud solution standards
• Support compliance, security, and risk management requirements
• Provide enterprise-level architectural guidance and consulting
• Act as a technical escalation point for complex issues
• Participate in specialized problem-solving initiatives and critical incident response efforts
• Collaborate with vendors, project teams, and stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of cloud solutions

Skills

• Active Google Cloud Associate or Professional Certification (required)
• Expert-level knowledge of Google Cloud Platform services and architecture
• Extensive experience designing, developing, and deploying scalable cloud solutions in enterprise environments
• Deep understanding of cloud service models including: Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Software as a Service (SaaS)
• Experience building and supporting highly available, secure, and resilient cloud architectures
• Experience integrating GCP solutions with enterprise technologies including IBM, Oracle, Microsoft, Linux, SAP, and other SaaS/on-premises platforms
• Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure architecture, including: Compute, Networking, Storage, Virtualization, Monitoring, Performance Management, High Availability and Disaster Recovery
• Experience supporting regulated environments and compliance frameworks such as: SOX, PCI, Enterprise Risk Management
• Strong understanding of cloud security architecture, governance, and operational controls
• Experience automating infrastructure and operational processes using tools and technologies such as: Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, Chef, Puppet, Python, Shell Scripting, PowerShell, Ruby
• Strong knowledge of: CI/CD pipelines, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Agile Software Development, Continuous Integration and Deployment
• Experience designing cloud-native microservices architectures
• Knowledge of Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles
• Experience with containerization and deployment strategies in large-scale production environments
• Understanding of Kafka ecosystem architecture and deployment concepts
• Experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases
• Proficiency in Generative AI technologies and prompt engineering
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities within large enterprise ecosystems
• Ability to apply design patterns to create scalable, maintainable, and reusable solutions
• Strong documentation skills, including architecture diagrams, technical specifications, and implementation guides
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present technical concepts to executive leadership and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience preparing executive briefings, recommendations, and strategic reports
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence enterprise-wide technology decisions
• Experience mentoring technical teams and providing architectural guidance
• Capability to work independently on high-visibility and mission-critical initiatives
• Microsoft Visio and/or Draw.io
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Power BI
• Architecture and design documentation development
• Technical diagramming and solution modeling
• Minimum of 13–20 years of relevant IT experience, including significant cloud architecture and engineering experience
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
• Four (4) additional years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree
• If the degree is not in a directly related field, four (4) additional years of related experience are required

Benefits

• W2 option

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