AWS Cloud Solutions Architect

ZipRecruiter - Arlington, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Arlington, TX

About the position

The AWS Cloud Solutions Architect will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and scalable cloud solutions on AWS. This role requires a strong background in IT and cybersecurity, along with excellent technical expertise and communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will also mentor team members and stay updated with the latest AWS technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop AWS cloud solutions that meet business and technical requirements.
• Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions on the AWS platform.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define cloud architecture strategies and roadmaps.
• Implement best practices for cloud security, cost optimization, and resource management.
• Provide guidance on AWS services, including EC2, S3, VPC, RDS, IAM, and Lambda.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud architecture and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and services.
• Stay current with the latest AWS technologies and industry trends.
• Mentor and support team members in cloud technologies and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of relevant IT and cybersecurity experience.
• Proven experience as an AWS Solutions Architect or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture and AWS services.
• Experience with cloud security best practices and frameworks.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using tools such as AWS CLI, CloudFormation, Terraform, or similar.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• AWS certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect) is highly desirable.
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of network architecture and protocols.
• Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).

Benefits

• Remote work options available.