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Job Description – Solutions Architect (Java/AWS/DevOps)
Position Title: Solutions Architect – Java, AWS & DevOps Focus
Location: Sterling, VA(Onsite attendance every Wednesday is mandatory.)
Clearance: ship is required to obtain clearance
Role Overview
As a Solutions Architect, you will design, implement, and oversee enterprise-scale solutions leveraging Java-based applications, AWS cloud services, and DevOps practices. You will ensure architectures are secure, scalable, and compliant with federal regulations, while enabling modernization and digital transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Architecture & Design
- Develop Java-based microservices and enterprise applications.
- Architect cloud-native solutions on AWS GovCloud or other federal-approved platforms.
- Define secure API integrations, data flows, and system interoperability.
- DevOps Enablement
- Establish and manage CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).
- Implement containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Apply Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation) for repeatable deployments.
- Security & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to NIST, FedRAMP, and FISMA standards.
- Implement IAM policies, encryption, and monitoring solutions.
- Integrate logging and observability tools (ELK, Prometheus, Grafana).
- Collaboration & Leadership
- Partner with federal stakeholders to align mission needs with technical solutions.
- Mentor engineering teams on Java, AWS, and DevOps best practices.
- Lead disaster recovery planning and business continuity strategies.
Qualifications
- Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 15 years of IT experience, with at least 10 years in Java development, AWS cloud, and DevOps architecture.
- Technical Skills:
- Strong expertise in Java frameworks (Spring Boot, Hibernate).
- Deep knowledge of AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, CloudFormation).
- Proficiency in DevOps tools: Jenkins, GitLab, Docker, Kubernetes.
- Familiarity with federal compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53, FedRAMP).
- Soft Skills:
- Strong communication skills for engaging with federal stakeholders.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage mission-critical projects.
Preferred Certifications
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
- Oracle Certified Professional: Java SE
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
- Security certifications (CISSP, CISM)
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