Google Cloud Security Architect (US Citizens or Green Card holders)

Job Description

Please note that all applicants must be US Citizens or Green Card holders and no C2C candidates will be accepted.

Summary:

• Tier One Technologies has an immediate need for a Google Cloud Architect for our US Government client.
• This hybrid contract-to-hire position will be available to start in Raleigh, NC or Eagan, MN.
• Must have an active GCP Certification.
• Some occasional travel may be required to support program needs.
• SELECTED CANDIDATES WITHOUT REQUIRED CLEARANCE WILL BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION TO RECEIVE IT.

Requirements:

• Design & Architect - Build cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) aligned with a Microservices/SOA framework; produce implementation-ready documentation including bill of materials and cost estimates.
• Define Standards - Develop and publish cloud policies, design patterns, and reference architectures for consistent, repeatable solutions.
• Lead Cloud Adoption - Champion cultural change, build roadmaps, and communicate cloud strategies to stakeholders at all levels.
• Document Solutions - Prepare solution descriptions, technical approach, assumptions, risk assessments, and mitigation plans.
• Govern Architecture - Ensure all solutions comply with enterprise technology standards, security requirements, and industry best practices.
• Enable Teams - Identify skill gaps, develop training materials, and deliver technical guidance to engineers and management.
• Manage Vendors - Interface with vendors to ensure standard architectures are followed across projects.
• AI Integration - Leverage AI to accelerate on-prem-to-GCP migration and automate systems, applications, and workflows to improve efficiency and decision-making.
• Automate & Integrate - Automate complex tasks and integrate cloud services with on-premise and third-party platforms.
• Troubleshoot - Act as an IT SWAT team member for high-priority problem resolution across design, development, and operations.
• Communicate - Translate complex technical concepts for both technical teams and executive leadership; produce briefings, technical documentation, and architecture diagrams.

Qualifications:

• A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the degree is not in the applicable field, then 4 additional years of related experience is required.
• 13+ years of experience in Information Technology.
• Deep understanding of systems development and architecture in cloud environments, including Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
• Proven ability to integrate Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with SaaS and on-premises platforms, including Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, SAP, and Linux environments.
• Active Google Cloud Platform (GCP) certification.
• Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and scaling enterprise solutions on Google Cloud.
• Current knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) and industry trends, with experience applying modern technologies and practices to accelerate software delivery, including Agile, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD).
• Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, including networking, compute, storage, virtualization, high availability, and monitoring.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to develop and present management briefings, provide technical guidance, and prepare and present recommendations, reports, and other technical documentation.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent US Resident (Green Card Holder).
• Must be able to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
• Be able to pass a drug screening, criminal history, and credit checks.
• Must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)