Ibis Public Sector

Cloud Architect (Remote)

Remote
Full Time
Experienced
Ibis Public Sector is seeking a Cloud Architect. Successful candidates should have senior knowledge and hands-on experience developing cloud architectures and toolsets for a large enterprise with a strong "security first" mindset. In this role you will be responsible for planning and leading major technology assignments.

Ibis works with Air Force software factories and the DoD on some of the most advanced projects in the world today. Our work has real-world impacts, including supporting our service members with their missions, workforce improvements, and improving the citizen experience with government services. Join our team and practice state-of-the-art DevSecOps development on projects that MATTER. Learn the latest technologies and processes and apply them with military-grade cybersecurity.

What You’ll Do
  • Provide technical leadership in the design, deployment, and management of cloud-native architectures across AWS and other cloud platforms (Azure, GCP as applicable).
  • Architect and implement secure, scalable, and cost-optimized cloud solutions that enhance developer productivity and align with mission-critical DoD requirements.
  • Lead cloud modernization efforts leveraging Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, and GitLab CI/CD to support DevSecOps ecosystem.
  • Apply a "security-first" mindset by integrating zero-trust architectures, DISA STIGs, RMF controls, and other DoD compliance frameworks into all solutions.
  • Support continuous delivery and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices to maintain resilient, high-performing systems.
  • Collaborate with product teams, engineers, and mission partners to resolve technical challenges, optimize resources, and maintain thorough documentation of cloud solutions.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to government stakeholders, communicating complex solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to establishing standards, best practices, and knowledge-sharing across DevSecOps teams.

Who You Are
  • A US Citizen and ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
  • Minimum of 8 years of industry experience
  • A trusted technical leader with deep expertise in cloud-native architectures
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes, containerized workloads (Docker), and Helm charts
  • Familiar with microservice architectures (REST, JMS, AMQP)
  • Highly experienced with AWS cloud services, with advanced knowledge of networking (VPC, peering, subnets, security groups, policy management)
  • Knowledge of Zero Trust networking
  • Skilled with CI/CD pipelines (preferably GitLab CI)
  • Experience with IaC automation tooling such as Terraform (including writing custom modules and collaboration), Ansible, and Packer
  • Proficient in Linux administration with hands-on experience managing secure and scalable enterprise environments
  • Experienced with DevOps and SRE practices, with the ability to troubleshoot, optimize, and scale systems
  • Familiar with one or more programming languages (Python, Java, Go, C++), with the ability to develop scripts or tools as needed
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief leadership and collaborate across diverse technical teams
  • Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards (RMF, DISA STIG, etc) applicable to DoD cloud operations is a plus
  • Knowledge of Azure, GCP, or other hyperscalers is a plus
  • Software engineering background is a plus
  • Experience with Istio is a plus
  • Experience with Grafana and ElasticSearch is a plus
Who We Are
Ibis Public Sector, formerly known as Isobar Public Sector, is a trusted digital navigator delivering customer-centric solutions to the US Government, Public Sector, and Educational Institutions. We utilize human-centered design, emerging technology, and data-driven transformation to formulate digital solutions to deliver on our client’s modernization goals and improve mission performance.

We put our people first, above all else. We lead authentically and believe investing in our people is the key to our success. In doing so, we enable purposeful collaboration with our people, stakeholders, and clients, successfully striving for dynamic growth and intentional progress.

Here are some of the benefits that accompany full-time employment at Ibis Public Sector:
 
  • We offer flexible time off for vacation and personal time. We believe in treating adults like adults and allowing for open communication between team members and their supervisors to determine proper timing and coverage.
  • Participation in the firm’s Benefits Program. This Program includes medical, dental, vision, life, group voluntary benefits, individual voluntary benefits, short-term disability, flexible spending accounts and parental leave benefits.
  • Other miscellaneous benefits like Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at no cost, company-covered Life Insurance, access to group legal services, identify theft protection through LifeKeys services, etc.
  • After three months of service, you can join the company's 401(k) plan. The company contributes 3% of your salary even if you don't contribute. The company additionally matches your savings dollar for dollar up to 1% of your pay, giving you a total of 5% when you contribute 1%. You must contribute at least 1% to get the additional 1% match from the company.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $170,000.00-$200,000.00. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other job-related qualifications.
 
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