Job Details

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for an AWS Solutions Architect with DevSecOps experience to provide development, support, architecture, and leadership for a government application being moved into the AWS cloud. This position will be located in Alexandria, Virginia and will be a fully remote position. It is a temporary position, likely to last from 8/1/2025 to 3/20/2026.

Responsibilities

• Builds and codes applications and/or modules using languages and environments such as Java, Angular, AWS. Provides patches and upgrades to existing systems. Involved in planning of system and development deployment as well as responsible for meeting software compliance standards. May design graphical user interface (GUI) to meet the specific needs of users. Prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. May build add-on modules using application program language.
• Participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle for AWS solutions, including planning, requirements, development, testing, and quality assurance.
• Troubleshoot incidents, identify root causes, fix and document problems, and implement preventive measures.
• Educate teams on the implementation of new cloud-based initiatives, providing associated training when necessary.
• Demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills, with an ability to see and solve issues before they affect business productivity.
• Create blueprints for hybrid cloud infrastructures centered around AWS (network, server, storage, security, and management software topologies), run technical workshops, and advise customers on architectural and strategic IT decisions.
• Ensure that a quality solution is delivered in a timely manner, within budget, and to the client's satisfaction.
• Participate in architecture definition for Cloud Initiatives utilizing industry best practices and technologies.
• Provide solutions incorporating cloud engineering best practices and develop technical content such as white papers.
• Plan the project with other developers; develop the application structure for cloud solutions; create a cloud product; debug; carry out disaster recovery; set up blue-green environments; apply development optimization tools; automate work processes such as deployment; perform bug detection and fixing; create various product features; identify the best cloud tech stack for the project; implement modifications and updates after the release.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience (or commensurate experience).

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
• 8+ years of relevant work experience in solutions design and engineering. Experience with Amazon Web Services or a similar cloud platform.
• Build and configure delivery environments supporting CD/CI tools (e.g., GitLab) and Agile delivery methodologies.
• Experience with systems reliability, load balancing, monitoring, logging; fully automating CI/CD pipelines end-to-end from code commits to production.
• Develop, document, and implement CI/CD strategy for management of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) baselines.
• Strong UNIX/Linux automation and troubleshooting skills; proficiency in Terraform and at least one automation language (Ansible, CloudFormation, Chef, Puppet, Terraform).
• Understanding of cloud component architecture: microservices, containers, IaaS, storage, security; knowledge of routing/switching technologies.
• Experience with cloud automation and orchestration tools; end-to-end cloud migration and transformation.
• Ability to provide solutions from conception through design and implementation; experience with multi-tier traditional architectures and microservices.
• AWS Associate/Professional certification; strong oral and written English skills.
• Excellent coding proficiency and knowledge of AWS tools; ability to conduct testing at different levels; knowledge of scripting languages; experience with DevOps and related productivity tools.
• Knowledge of security protocols and relevant libraries.

Clearance Required: Must be able to acquire and maintain a Public Trust.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Clearance preferred.
• Database Administration skills.
• Architecture design experience.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformerspeople who are passionate about transforming government IT. We deliver innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve citizens.

What You Can Expect / Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward, heres what you can expect during the process:

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team (camera must be on).
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview.
• Enhanced biometrics ID verification screening.
• Background check, including criminal history (past 7 years), verification of highest level of education, and verification of employment history (past 7 years).

Employee Perks

GovCIO offers employee perks and benefits to support personal and professional well-being, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, including certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Location: US-Remote | ID: 2025-6314 | Category: Software Engineering Services | Position Type: Temporary Full-Time