Enterprise Cloud Architect

About the position

The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire an Enterprise Cloud Architect in our Information Technology (IT) Division at our Administrative Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The successful candidate will drive innovation, mitigate risks associated with cloud adoption, and ensure seamless interoperability between cloud and on-premises systems; ensure cloud initiatives align with the Virginia State Police's long-term Information Technology Strategic Vision while fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement; design, implement, and govern the organization's cloud strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, security policies, and regulatory compliance; provide strategic leadership in transitioning the enterprise Information Technology environment to a modern, scalable, and secure cloud-based architecture, optimizing performance, cost efficiency, and resilience; collaborate with executive leadership, IT teams, and business stakeholders to define cloud adoption roadmaps, establish best practices, and integrate cloud services into the broader enterprise technology ecosystem; and support the development of enterprise-wide cloud governance, cost optimization strategies, and the adoption of cloud-native solutions to improve agility, scalability, and business continuity.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation and mitigate risks associated with cloud adoption.
• Ensure seamless interoperability between cloud and on-premises systems.
• Align cloud initiatives with the Virginia State Police's long-term IT Strategic Vision.
• Design, implement, and govern the organization's cloud strategy.
• Provide strategic leadership in transitioning to a modern, scalable, and secure cloud-based architecture.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, IT teams, and business stakeholders to define cloud adoption roadmaps.
• Establish best practices and integrate cloud services into the broader enterprise technology ecosystem.
• Support the development of enterprise-wide cloud governance and cost optimization strategies.

Requirements

• Deep expertise in cloud architectures, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
• Strong understanding of security, compliance, and governance frameworks.
• Proficiency in enterprise IT infrastructure, networking, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience in cloud cost optimization, FinOps, and licensing models.
• Knowledge of SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, SOA, APIs, open data, microservices, event-driven IT, and predictive analysis.
• Technical leadership in cloud migrations, modernization projects, and cloud-native services.
• Advanced scripting and automation skills in PowerShell, Python, and DevSecOps methodologies.
• Ability to assess, design, and implement scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions.
• Proven collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and troubleshoot cloud-related performance and security issues.
• Experience designing, implementing, and/or consulting in applications and/or infrastructures.
• Experience driving change with leaders, stakeholders, and technical teams.
• Experience evaluating cloud platform technology and market trends.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.