Federal Senior Solutions Architect

Our client is hiring for a Federal Solutions Specialist -An ideal candidate for this role would possess a blend of technical skills, personal traits, and relevant experience.Email - jrowell@apexsystems.com if interestedLocation - Hampton, VA (100% on site)Required:DoD Secret Clearance (we are not able to sponsor at this time)Technical Skillsets:\tInfrastructure as Code (IaC):\t\t\tProficiency with tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, Ansible, or similar.\t\t\tCloud Services:\t\t\tDeep understanding of AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.\t\tExperience with cloud-native services and hybrid cloud environments.\t\t\tSystem Administration:\t\t\tExpertise in managing Windows AD, DNS, Federation Services, Exchange/E-mail, MS SQL, and MS System Center.\t\t\tMonitoring and Management:\t\t\tFamiliarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) and logging solutions.\t\tAbility to monitor and manage IaaS and PaaS uptime.\t\t\tSecurity:\t\t\tKnowledge of industry best practices, STIGs, and vendor recommendations for secure implementations.\t\t\tNetworking:\t\t\tUnderstanding of network infrastructure, including configuration and layout of storage infrastructure.\t\t\tKubernetes:\t\t\tExperience with container orchestration and managing Kubernetes clusters.\t\tPersonal Traits:\tProblem-Solving:\t\t\tStrong analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.\t\t\tAdaptability:\t\t\tAbility to adapt to new technologies and changing environments.\t\t\tCommunication:\t\t\tExcellent verbal and written communication skills for documentation and collaboration.\t\t\tTeam Player:\t\t\tAbility to work collaboratively with team members and support IaaS Architects.\t\t\tCustomer Focus:\t\t\tCommitment to providing high-quality service and support to customers.\t\tExperience:\tRelevant Work Experience:\t\t\tSeveral years of experience in infrastructure provisioning, cloud services, and system administration.\t\t\tProject Management:\t\t\tExperience in project planning, implementation, and troubleshooting.\t\t\tOn-Call Support:\t\t\tExperience providing 24/7 on-call support, including Tier 2 and Tier 3 Help Desk support.\t\t\tDocumentation:\t\t\tProven ability to create and maintain detailed architectural designs, plans, and documentation.\t\tCertifications:\tAWS Certified Solutions Architect\tMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert\tCertified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)\tCompTIA Security+EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.