The Role
Designs and governs enterprise Google Cloud architectures, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, microservices, integrations, automation, security, and migration solutions. Develops cloud standards, roadmaps, documentation, cost estimates, and implementation guidance. Leads cloud adoption, vendor coordination, team enablement, AI integration, troubleshooting, and executive communication. Requires extensive IT experience, active GCP certification, U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, and eligibility for Public Trust clearance.
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Overview
- Tier One Technologies has an immediate need for a Google Cloud Architect for our US Government client.
- This hybrid contract-to-hire position will be available to start in Raleigh, NC or Eagan, MN.
- Must have an active GCP Certification.
- Some occasional travel may be required to support program needs.
- SELECTED CANDIDATES WITHOUT REQUIRED CLEARANCE WILL BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION TO RECEIVE IT.
- Design & Architect - Build cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) aligned with a Microservices/SOA framework; produce implementation-ready documentation including bill of materials and cost estimates.
- Define Standards - Develop and publish cloud policies, design patterns, and reference architectures for consistent, repeatable solutions.
- Lead Cloud Adoption - Champion cultural change, build roadmaps, and communicate cloud strategies to stakeholders at all levels.
- Document Solutions - Prepare solution descriptions, technical approach, assumptions, risk assessments, and mitigation plans.
- Govern Architecture - Ensure all solutions comply with enterprise technology standards, security requirements, and industry best practices.
- Enable Teams - Identify skill gaps, develop training materials, and deliver technical guidance to engineers and management.
- Manage Vendors - Interface with vendors to ensure standard architectures are followed across projects.
- AI Integration - Leverage AI to accelerate on-prem-to-GCP migration and automate systems, applications, and workflows to improve efficiency and decision-making.
- Automate & Integrate - Automate complex tasks and integrate cloud services with on-premise and third-party platforms.
- Troubleshoot - Act as an IT SWAT team member for high-priority problem resolution across design, development, and operations.
- Communicate - Translate complex technical concepts for both technical teams and executive leadership; produce briefings, technical documentation, and architecture diagrams.
- A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the degree is not in the applicable field, then 4 additional years of related experience is required.
- 13+ years of experience in Information Technology.
- Deep understanding of systems development and architecture in cloud environments, including Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
- Proven ability to integrate Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with SaaS and on-premises platforms, including Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, SAP, and Linux environments.
- Active Google Cloud Platform (GCP) certification.
- Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and scaling enterprise solutions on Google Cloud.
- Current knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) and industry trends, with experience applying modern technologies and practices to accelerate software delivery, including Agile, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD).
- Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, including networking, compute, storage, virtualization, high availability, and monitoring.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to develop and present management briefings, provide technical guidance, and prepare and present recommendations, reports, and other technical documentation.
- Must be a US Citizen or Permanent US Resident (Green Card Holder).
- Must be able to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
- Be able to pass a drug screening, criminal history, and credit checks.
- Must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.
- Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)
Skills Required
- Degree from an accredited college or university in an applicable field, or four additional years of related experience if the degree is not applicable
- 13 or more years of information technology experience
- Deep understanding of cloud systems development and architecture across SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS environments
- Experience integrating Google Cloud Platform with SaaS and on-premises Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, SAP, and Linux platforms
- Active Google Cloud Platform certification
- Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and scaling enterprise solutions on Google Cloud
- Current artificial intelligence knowledge and experience applying modern technologies to accelerate software delivery
- Experience with Agile, Test-Driven Development, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery
- Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, including networking, compute, storage, virtualization, high availability, and monitoring
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including management briefings, technical guidance, recommendations, and technical documentation
- U.S. citizenship or permanent U.S. residency
- Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
- Ability to pass drug screening, criminal history, and credit checks
- Lived in the United States for the past five years
- No more than six months of travel outside the United States during the past five years, excluding military service
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The Company
What We Do
Tier One Technologies is a national technical consulting, recruiting, and IT contracting firm serving primarily federal, state, and local government clients. It staffs IT professionals and provides software application management and development, business analysis, quality assurance, systems and network engineering, business intelligence, web services, infrastructure and security management, cybersecurity, and related administrative support for mission-critical work across civilian, defense, intelligence, and security sectors.
