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Position: Cloud Architect (Microsoft Azure GovCloud) Overview Cloud Operations Architect is a key member of the technology team at a leading law enforcement client that deploys the largest, most powerful network of users, information, and technology in American law enforcement. Powered by the most advanced search and analysis technology in the industry, the client gives users the information they need to keep themselves and their communities safe. Position Description The Cloud Operations Architect reports to the EVP Cloud Operations. The primary goal is to ensure reliable, scalable, secure, cost‑efficient cloud operations. This is a take‑charge, engineering position that requires technical prowess, flawless execution, and an eye for clever money‑saving solutions. Key Responsibilities • Responsible for the scalability, availability, reliability, and efficiency of the platform. • Utilize VM scale sets to autoscale VMs dynamically. • Collaborate with the software development team to architect solutions that work well with scaled‑up cloud approaches. • Design, implement, and operate the production environment of a government‑cloud with Kubernetes, Docker, and related technologies. • Manage cloud operations budget, forecast, and variances, including Azure cost management tools such as Advisor and Monitor. • Manage relationships with customers, partners, and vendors. • Perform other responsibilities as assigned by senior management. Requirements • 5+ years experience in a Site Reliability Engineer‑type role. • 5+ years experience running production environments in major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google). • 5+ years experience developing software, with at least 2 years of experience using Docker, Kubernetes, and public or government cloud. • Working knowledge of at least one of AWS, Azure, or GCP, both AKS/EKS/GKE or on‑instance k8s deployments; ability to learn Azure. • Experience working on an operational team for high‑availability applications. • Experience with high security FedRAMP / CJIS audited infrastructure. • Experience with cloud monitoring tools such as Nagios, ELK‑stack, Cloud Watch, New Relic, etc. Nice to Have • Familiarity with Docker containers and Kubernetes orchestration. • Experience with Jenkins or similar continuous integration platform. • Continuous delivery goals. • Familiarity with both Windows and Linux production environments. • Familiarity with orchestration tools (Puppet, Chef, Salt, Ansible, Terraform, etc.). Supervisory Responsibility No direct reports. Travel Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out‑of‑the‑area and overnight travel may be expected. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in technology, business, or related field. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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