Aws Cloud Architect

TEKsystems
$55.00 - $63.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Fayetteville
Sep 10, 2025
Description We are seeking a highly experienced Cloud/AWS Senior System Architect to lead enterprise system and cloud architecture efforts in support of a complex, mission-critical federal program. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in infrastructure design, DevOps, cloud technologies (especially AWS GovCloud), and enterprise-level integration-along with experience in IBM, Oracle, and agile development environments. This position plays a pivotal role in designing secure, scalable, and reliable architectures that align with organizational goals and comply with federal IT and security standards. What you will do: * Design and implement enterprise-wide architecture solutions across cloud, database, and infrastructure environments. * Develop architecture frameworks and models aligned with operational, technical, and informational requirements. * Lead the planning and design of complex, scalable infrastructure systems-including DevOps pipelines, servers, and databases. * Translate business and technical requirements into strategic architectural solutions and integration strategies. * Drive adoption of cloud-based platforms, including AWS GovCloud, ensuring security, scalability, and performance. * Collaborate with stakeholders, analysts, engineers, and developers to define application and data architecture standards. * Manage technical evaluations of current systems and recommend improvements for performance and efficiency. * Ensure that architectural solutions conform to enterprise standards, project goals, and cybersecurity requirements. * Lead or participate in agile teams and DevOps processes, ensuring architectural alignment across development cycles. * Support the full lifecycle of IT systems: design, development, enhancement, maintenance, and modernization. * Provide documentation and technical guidance to cross-functional teams and government stakeholders. Required Qualifications: * Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Additional 4 years of experience maybe accepted in lieu of the degree. * At least 12 years of experience supporting enterprise-level Information Technology systems. * Experience working with IBM, Oracle, and cloud-based products. * Certified AWS Solutions Architect * Experience managing cloud design and implementation, particularly in secure federal environments. * Demonstrated expertise in designing and managing highly available, business-critical systems. * Strong experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) and AWS GovCloud environments. * Working knowledge of cybersecurity standards and secure architecture best practices. * Deep understanding of software development, testing, and release management lifecycles. * Familiarity with agile and Scrum environments and their impact on system architecture. * Ability to perform complex technical tasks and lead multi-disciplinary teams. * Expert-level knowledge of current and emerging technologies in computer science and engineering. * Must hold or be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance. * Must be a US Citizen Skills Cloud, Aws, AWS GovCloud, ibm, oracle, identity and access management, cyber security, Devops, Devsecops, Infrastructure Top Skills Details Cloud,Aws,AWS GovCloud,ibm,oracle,identity and access management,cyber security,Devops,Devsecops,Infrastructure Experience Level Expert Level Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $63.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.