Cloud Architect MidSenior SBG REMOTE
Alexandria, VA - USA
Job Summary
SBG Technology Solutions Inc. (SBG) a DSS Inc. company offers Systems Engineering Enterprise Modernization Artificial Intelligence Cyber Security and IT Governance innovation to Federal and commercial clients nationwide.
Overview
The Cloud Architect leads technical assessments and architecture designs to ensure application compatibility and readiness for deployment into DSS Health Cloud a FedRAMP High authorized healthcare-focused platform hosted in an AWS Government enclave environment. This role supports Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and government applications through structured reviews security validation and onboarding planning.
The Cloud Architect will:
Conducts architecture reviews to evaluate cloud readiness and scalability of applications targeted for onboarding to DSS Health Cloud
Evaluates application compatibility with AWS GovCloud environments and identifies technical gaps or remediation requirements
Defines cloud migration strategies and develops remediation roadmaps to bring applications into compliance with FedRAMP High requirements
Assesses and validates compliance with FedRAMP High architecture requirements including security controls and configuration baselines
Provides interoperability guidance covering FHIR HL7 and API integration standards relevant to healthcare application environments
Supports onboarding roadmap development in coordination with ISV teams government stakeholders and DSS Health Cloud operations personnel
Applies cloud-native application design principles and DevSecOps practices to technical review and assessment activities
Advises on multi-tenant architecture design and Zero Trust principles in the context of government cloud environments
Other Duties:
Performs other duties as assigned by management in support of SBG Technology Solutions contract objectives
Travel requirements: occasional travel as required by project needs (estimated up to 10% per year)
Conditions of Employment:
Must be a US Citizen
Must be able to pass a Federal background check
Must be determined suitable for federal employment
Security and Privacy Duties and Responsibilities:
Individuals working for SBG Technology Solutions Inc a DSS Inc. will be subject to security and privacy requirements as explained in HIPAA FedRAMP and NIST 800-53. Additionally they are required to undergo specific FedRAMP training to ensure compliance with all associated controls and responsibilities in the day-to-day performance of their duties. Individuals working in departments that are considered to be in the high-risk category will be required to undergo advanced training based on their role and level of access. Individuals with access to modify data and the configuration baseline will require further training.
The preceding functions are examples of the work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add modify change or rescind work assignments and make a reasonable accommodation as needed.
Qualifications
Required Skills:
Proficiency in AWS architecture including design and management of government enclave environments
Demonstrated experience with cloud-native application design and DevSecOps practices
Knowledge of multi-tenant architecture and Zero Trust principles as applied in federal cloud environments
Familiarity with healthcare data integration standards including FHIR HL7 and API-based interoperability
Ability to assess technical compliance against FedRAMP High controls and documentation requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to clearly convey technical findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Organized and capable of managing multiple concurrent assessments and deliverable
Preferred Skills:
Experience with container orchestration platforms (e.g. Kubernetes ECS) in a FedRAMP environment
Familiarity with DSS Health Cloud or similar healthcare-focused cloud platforms
Knowledge of VA or DoD health IT systems and standards
Education:
Required:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Systems Engineering or a related technical discipline
A combination of education and experience will be considered (2 years of relevant experience equivalent to 1 year in a degree program)
Desired:
Masters degree in a related technical field
Certification(s) Licenses:
Desired:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate or Professional
AWS Certified Security Specialty
CompTIA Cloud or equivalent cloud certification
Years of experience in a similar role:
Required:8 years of cloud architecture experience with demonstrated exposure to government or regulated cloud environments
Desired:10 years of cloud architecture experience including direct FedRAMP engagement and healthcare IT integration
Physical Demands:
Standing | 5% per day |
Sitting | 90% per day |
Walking | 5% per day |
Stooping | Minimal |
Lifting | Up to 10 lbs. unassisted several times a day (laptop office equipment office supplies etc.) |
Computer Work | 85% per day |
Telephone Work | 15% per day |
Reading | 20% per day |
Other please specify | Travel unassisted up to % per year via common carrier and/or personal automobile. |
SBGTS Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need an accommodation seeking employment with SBGTS Inc. please e-mail or call . Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.
Required Experience:
Senior IC