If you’re looking for a position with a company that values innovation in all that we do, value-orientation in all choices and decisions, and has an employee-centric company focus, you’ve come to the right place. Simple Technology Solutions’ motivated team members deliver remarkable solutions to our Federal Government clients every day. We are lifelong learners, value outcomes over busy-ness and cultivate collaboration over individual contributions.
Our in-depth experience helping government agencies in their installation, configuration, and optimization of leading Agile Software Development, DevOps, and Cloud Migration tools has led to rapid growth and an increased demand for our services. This growing team has an exciting startup feel, but we are not new to the game. As experienced government contractors, we are mentors, coaches, and thought leaders, who pride ourselves in sharing our knowledge and expertise with those growing within our organization.
A Little More About STS
You don’t get named a “Best Place to Work” by the Washington Business Journal, receive the Washington Technology magazine’s FAST50 status, and achieve Inc Magazine’s “Inc 500” status just by ‘talking the talk’. Our vision of excellence is aligned to our 'Techquity' (Tech-Equity) focus and drive. We understand that disparities and gaps in opportunities and earning potential exist for marginalized groups, such as people of color and women, in the IT industry. By leveraging the power, passion, and talent from this group we are able to deliver innovative GovCon IT solutions that exceed our customer’s expectations.
Our team members are not just ‘employees’; they’re parents, friends, volunteers, artists, students, athletes, and all of the other things that make them whole people. The flexibility that STS offers allows them to balance their personal lives while providing the top-notch services our customers have come to depend on.
Additionally, the team benefits from our partnerships with AWS, Google, Microsoft and CloudBees – with access to improved knowledge and the opportunity to become a SME with one or more of our above partners. At Simple Technology Solutions, we don't see Team Member benefits as 'perks'. Taking care of the people who take care of us is the standard. Click our benefits infographic to learn more about our industry-leading options that attract and retain top talent. But don’t just take our word for it, see what our current team members say about us on Glassdoor.
Simple Technology Solutions is a 8(a) HUBZone Company and we offer an annual $5,000 HUBZone bonus to team members that live in a qualified HUBZone and provide the required supporting documentation. To see if you could qualify for an annual HUBZone bonus, check out the HUBZone map HERE.
Simple Technology Solutions is looking for a Cloud Architect to add to our team.
Quick Position Overview:
- US Citizenship is required
- Bachelor's Degree is required
- Minimum of 8 years' position related experience is required
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional certification is required.
The Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cloud Solutions Architect with a minimum of eight years of experience in Enterprise IT. The ideal candidate will have expertise in designing logical and network diagrams, with a focus on migrating from AWS Commercial Cloud to FedRamp Approved Gov Cloud environments. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud cost forecasting and optimization techniques to ensure efficient resource utilization.
The Cloud Architect at STS will:
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Lead the migration efforts from AWS Commercial Cloud to FedRamp Approved Gov Cloud while ensuring seamless transition and adherence to compliance standards.
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Analyze cloud usage patterns and forecast future requirements to optimize costs without compromising performance or security
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Utilize TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) principles to design Agile solutions that meet organizational objectives and align with industry best practices.
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Design FISMA/NIST compliant solutions and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements throughout the architecture lifecycle.
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Demonstrate proficiency in network protocols and firewall policies to design robust and secure cloud architectures.
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Implement message services such as Apache ActiveMQ and MuleSoft to enable seamless communication between distributed components.
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Design and implement microservices/container architectures using technologies like Docker and Kubernetes to facilitate scalability and flexibility.
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Implement Application Performance Monitoring (APM) solutions like Data Dog and AppDynamics to monitor and optimize application performance in the cloud environment.
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Design and implement cloud-based hosting solutions, including backup and recovery strategies, to ensure data integrity and availability.
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Proficiency in managing databases, including MongoDB and Oracle, to support application requirements and ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Education and Experience:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with eight (8) or more years of relevant experience in an Enterprise IT environment
- Proven success as a technical team leader with strong leadership and mentoring skills.
- Experience working closely with senior stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements.
- Experience planning and documenting technical specifications for features or system design.
- Extensive experience in Enterprise IT, with a focus on cloud architecture and migration projects.
- Strong proficiency in designing logical and network diagrams.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud cost forecasting and optimization techniques.
- Experience applying TOGAF principles in Agile solution designs.
- Proficiency in network protocols, firewall policies, and security best practices.
- Experience designing FISMA/NIST compliant solutions.
- Familiarity with message services such as Apache ActiveMQ and MuleSoft.
- Hands-on experience with microservices/container architectures (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with Application Performance Monitoring (APM) tools like Data Dog and AppDynamics.
- Expertise in cloud-based hosting solutions and backup/recovery strategies.
- Strong database management skills, including experience with MongoDB and Oracle.
Required Certification
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional certification is required.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Professional development and training
- Performance-based incentives
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Work from home stipend
- Unlimited PTO
- Paid holidays
- Flexible work schedule
- Professional development budget to be used for training and certifications
Simple Technology Solutions, Inc. (STS) requires all team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved by STS. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination OR apply for a religious/medical accommodation OR show proof of state exemption prior to the first day of employment. Failure to meet these requirements may affect your employment eligibility with STS.
STS is committed to equal employment opportunity. STS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, family responsibilities, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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What We Do
Simple Technology Solutions (STS) has in-depth experience helping federal & state government agencies in their Agile/DevOps/Cloud adoption & transformation. We understand how people, process, and technology work together to dramatically transform how government IT organizations improve their ability to deliver quality software & cloud-enable IT services to their end-users. In addition to being experienced government contractors, we are experienced coaches and thought-leaders guiding government IT leaders through the Agile/DevOps/Cloud mental, skill & organizational shifts. To our government customers, we are a small business with a big knowledge of the DHS mission and technology landscape.
To our industry customers, we are a deeply connected, knowledgeable partner that you can trust as a services provider or strategic guide. STS is transforming complex into simple. KEEP I.T. SIMPLE!
