Description

Your role at GEI.

As an IT Cloud Architect for GEI, you will serve as a strategic technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions that align with organizational objectives. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to architect cloud infrastructures, oversee migrations, and ensure best practices in cloud security and governance are maintained. You must be able to establish, maintain and increase user satisfaction through professional, courteous and thoughtful organizational support.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Design and architect cloud-based solutions that meet business and technical requirements, leveraging platforms such as Microsoft Azure (preferred), Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Lead cloud migration projects, including assessment, planning, execution, and optimization phases.
• Develop and enforce cloud security standards, policies, and procedures to protect organizational data and resources.
• Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and development teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of cloud services.
• Monitor cloud environments, identify potential risks, and implement solutions to enhance performance, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior architects and IT staff.
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies, industry trends, and best practices to drive innovation within the organization.
• Document architectural designs, processes, and procedures for reference and compliance purposes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in IT architecture, with a focus on cloud computing.
• Proven expertise in at least one major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Strong understanding of networking, security, virtualization, and storage concepts in cloud environments.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Professional Cloud Architect are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and manage changing priorities
• Project management experience and familiarity with Agile, DevOps, or other modern IT delivery methodologies.
• Willingness to work outside normal business hours and travel when required
• Strong understanding of Active Directory and Group Policy
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure
• Understanding of IT Security Controls (NIST 800-171, CMMC, SOC-2 or equivalent)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

x

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

x

Standing

x

Walking

x

Climbing

x

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

x

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

x

Carrying objects

x

Push/pull

x

Twisting

x

Bending

x

Reaching forward

x

Reaching overhead

x

Squat/kneel/crawl

x

Wrist position deviation

x

Pinching/fine motor skills

x

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

x

Taste or smell (taste=never)

x

Talk or hear

x

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

x

Far Vision

x

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

x

Hearing

x

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

x

Chemical

x

Airborne communicable diseases

x

Extreme temperatures

x

Radiation

x

Uneven surfaces or elevations

x

Extreme noise levels

x

Dust/particulate matter

x

Other (exposure risks):

Usual workday hours:

x

8

10

12

Other work hours