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We are seeking a qualified, motivated individual to join GDIT as a Cloud Developer Senior Advisor. As part of our deployment information technology team, you will design a project architecture that is consistent with zero-trust architecture tenets. You will develop a high-level understanding of the complex systems governing and facilitating our customer business operations, making recommendations, and implementing changes to increase efficiency and support overall application objectives. You will collaborate with GDIT technical leadership, Government customers, and other key stakeholders to assess our existing and new systems infrastructure. You will work closely with our Security assessment team to make sure all architectural design meets agency policy and guidelines. You will then determine how best to update, upgrade, and reorganize our technology to create a lean, efficient Systems/Solutions Architecture capable of supporting our various projects and goals. You will maintain production application system architecture documentation throughout the life cycle of the application. How You'll Make an Impact: * Analyzes customer requirements and provides highly innovative technical expertise on cloud computing techniques, technologies, infrastructure, DevOps and related cloud architecture • Provides expert knowledge for the research, evaluation, and deployment of advanced cloud computing systems and large data analytics • Ability to translate program vision and requirements into Levels 0 to 3 technical architecture drawings using tools such as, Visio and Lucid • Provides expert knowledge for data integration and migration efforts, including mapping schemas and defining domain specific ontologies • Provides expert knowledge for the development of highly complex data services, algorithms, and applications using various Microsoft Azure Data services. * Maintains current and advanced knowledge of progressive and advancing technology as assigned. • Provides expert guidance and leadership to less experienced cloud development personnel • May serve as a task or project leader (Not a people manager) • May consult with executives and customers to deliver complex cloud development solutions • Recognized as a subject matter expert in cloud technology and services Cloud Developer Senior Advisor Duties and Responsibilities: * Design project solutions that align the stakeholder's mission needs with modern technology • Balance cost, innovation, and compliance while supporting project requirements • Function as a software architecture & development subject matter expert and advisor to program management and project leadership * Periodically audit existing systems infrastructure and architecture to ensure an accurate, high-level understanding of present capabilities • Update architecture diagrams to ensure accuracy on production systems • Report to leadership and key stakeholders regarding your findings, making recommendations and providing clear roadmaps for successful changes • Collaborate with other IT professionals and software engineers to develop systems solutions capable of supporting customer and development goals • Collaborate with the teams that implement changes in physical hardware and software, ensuring seamless integration of new technologies including Cloud, On-Prem hosting including DevSecOps teams. • Working with PISO and Security to assist developing Authorization to Test (ATT). Authorization To Operate (ATO) and Authorization to Use (ATU). Cloud Developer Senior Advisor Requirements and Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in computer science or relevant field; master's degree or equivalent professional experience is preferred • Comprehensive knowledge of corporate Systems/Solutions Architecture processes and trends Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills • Experience with software development cycles • Expert knowledge of programming languages and technologies, including Python, Java, PHP, Apex, Drupal, SharePoint, Atlassian, GitLab, .NET, Salesforce, Docker and Containers, NGINX, Postgres, Ruby on Rails • Secret Clearance to start Required Technical Skills: * Cloud experience in Azure/Cloud.gov • Hands-on experience with navigating Microsoft's Azure Platform • Visio experience desired. • Develop a data strategy vision for users with high-end analytical needs by conducting technical briefings, prototyping, road mapping, and creating architecture diagrams. This involves building a data platform that supports data flows/pipelines, ETL/ELT and orchestration, data lake/data warehousing, geospatial analysis and services, big data query and analysis. Furthermore, support stakeholder activities using popular languages, tools, packages, and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning frameworks within on-premises or cloud environments. • Supports program with Fin-Ops initiatives focusing on optimization and efficiency, automation, utilizing industry best practices, integrating data and infrastructure security in all components of the architecture and fostering strong stakeholder relationships • Works independently under limited supervision • Network Architecture: Active Directory, Load traffic management (Load balancers), WAF (Web Application Firewall) Systems/Solutions Architect Desired Experience Experience * 8+ years of relevant experience May vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree • Experience using MS Visio for updating diagrams • Experience working in Federal or State government environments • Ability to work independently and remotely Certification: Relevant Certifications: Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Fundamentals, Azure Data Engineer, Azure Security, CISSP, AWS Travel Required: Little to no travel anticipated (may be required to travel upon customer request) Location: Hybrid / On-site as required for classified work at Washington D.C. customer location US Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required GDIT Is Your Place: * Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home * 401K with company match * Comprehensive health and wellness packages * Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career * Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications * Cutting-edge technology you can learn from * Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays Work Requirements About the Company: General Dynamics Information Technology General Dynamics Information Technology solves our customers’ challenges through future-focused technology and services, ingenuity and deep mission-knowledge. Partnering with government, defense, the intelligence community, industry leaders and cutting-edge technology companies, we deliver solutions that make a difference – helping our customers to advance mission performance, transform operations and discover opportunities to build a better future. Headquartered in Fairfax, Va., with major offices worldwide, General Dynamics IT and General Dynamics Mission Systems form the Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) business group of General Dynamics. IS&T and the Aerospace, Combat Systems and Marine Systems groups form General Dynamics Corp. Company Size: 10,000 employees or more Industry: Aerospace and Defense Founded: 0 Website: https://gdit.com/careers

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