AWS Cloud Platform Architect

ApTask
  • Tysons, VA
  • Remote
  • $95–$100 Per Hour
  • Quick Apply
30+ days ago

Job Description

About Client:
The Client is a global professional services and consulting firm that provides advisory, technology, and managed services to both government and commercial clients. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, the company specializes in helping organizations address complex business challenges across healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, defense, and national security sectors. With a strong focus on digital transformation, innovation, risk management, and operational efficiency, It combines industry expertise and advanced technology solutions to help clients improve performance, enhance resilience, and achieve sustainable growth. The firm employs approximately 18,000 professionals and serves clients worldwide.



Rate Range: $95-$100/Hr



Job Description:
  • Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and resilient AWS cloud architectures for enterprise applications, data platforms, and mission-critical services.
  • Develop end-to-end infrastructure solutions, including high-availability, disaster recovery, and multi-region strategies.
  • Define migration strategies for transitioning on-premises workloads to AWS and contribute to cloud strategy and technology roadmaps.
  • Oversee infrastructure as code deployments using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or AWS CDK.
  • Establish and improve CI/CD pipelines to streamline software deployments and infrastructure updates.
  • Implement observability, monitoring, and logging using AWS CloudWatch, AWS X-Ray, and approved third-party tools.
  • Design cloud architectures that meet security, governance, and regulatory compliance requirements, including HIPAA, FedRAMP, and SOC 2, as applicable.
  • Apply IAM best practices, encryption strategies, and secure networking patterns across AWS environments.
  • Partner with developers, DevOps engineers, security teams, and business stakeholders to deliver reliable cloud solutions aligned to mission needs.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues to maintain performance, reliability, and operational stability.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance while staying current with emerging cloud technologies and recommending improvements.
Requirements:
  • U.S. citizenship or Green Card status is required, along with the ability to obtain a public trust clearance.
  • Bachelor s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field; four additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree.
  • Minimum 8 years of relevant IT infrastructure experience in AWS cloud architecture, DevOps, or infrastructure automation.
  • Deep expertise with AWS services, including VPC, EC2, S3, IAM, RDS, Lambda, ECS/EKS, CloudFront, Route 53, CloudFormation, WorkSpaces, and Snowball.
  • Strong knowledge of cloud networking, including VPCs, VPNs, Direct Connect, load balancing, and secure network design.
  • Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK, Puppet, or Ansible.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and orchestration technologies, including Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, and GitLab CI.
  • Strong development and scripting experience with Python, Boto3, Bash, and SQL.
  • Experience defining and enforcing policies for access roles, change management, operational workflows, code standards, compliance, infrastructure tooling, and budget controls.
  • Experience managing cloud security and governance services such as AWS Control Tower, Amazon GuardDuty, AWS Service Catalog, AWS Security Hub, AWS CloudTrail, and GitHub organization-level administration.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to work independently while collaborating with, mentoring, and supporting team members to solve complex operational and reliability challenges.
Nice to Have:
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional.
  • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional.
  • AWS Certified Security Specialty or other relevant AWS certification



About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:
At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.

If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at

businessexcellence@aptask.com



Applicant Consent:
By submitting your application, you agree to ApTask's (www.aptask.com) Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, and provide your consent to receive SMS and voice call communications regarding employment opportunities that match your resume and qualifications. You understand that your personal information will be used solely for recruitment purposes and that you can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at 732-355-8000 or help@aptask.com. Message frequency may vary. Msg & data rates may apply.

About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-owned company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:
At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.

If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at

businessexcellence@aptask.com

ompliance@aptask.com

.

Applicant Consent:
By submitting your application, you agree to ApTask's (www.aptask.com) Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, and provide your consent to receive SMS and voice call communications regarding employment opportunities that match your resume and qualifications. You understand that your personal information will be used solely for recruitment purposes and that you can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at 732-355-8000 or help@aptask.com. Message frequency may vary. Msg & data rates may apply.

Numbers & Facts

LocationTysons, VA (
Remote
)
Salary$95–$100 Per Hour

Skills

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