AWS Cloud Architect

Overview:

Calling All Cloud Gurus: Design the Future of Enterprise Resource Planning Security at Turning Point! Are you an AWS architect who thrives on building secure, scalable cloud fortresses? If so, then Turning Point wants YOU!

We are seeking a highly skilled AWS Cloud Architect with expertise in advanced networking, multi-account management following AWS Well-Architected Framework recommendations for TurningPoint’s proprietary ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) product. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in infrastructure setup and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and CloudFormation and a solid understanding of security compliance standards such as NIST 800-53 and FedRAMP. This role is critical for designing, implementing, and maintaining our cloud infrastructure to ensure scalability, security, and compliance.

Details:

• Specialty: Government IT Support Services
• Location:On-site at Turning Point Rockville MD office
• Salary: commensurate with Experience, Skills, and Education

Turning Point offers a robust benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision benefits - 100% towards the employee and 80% towards the employee’s immediate dependent’s standard coverage paid by TurningPoint, a retirement plan with an employer match program, life, AD&D, and disability coverage, and various voluntary benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Cloud Architecture Design:
  • Design and implement scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure on AWS.
  • Develop architectural blueprints and detailed documentation.
  • Ensure high availability and disaster recovery configurations.
• AWS Well-Architected Framework:
  • Implement and advocate for AWS Well-Architected Framework best practices.
  • Design and manage multi-account AWS organizations and shared services.
  • Ensure solutions align with AWS pillars of operational excellence, security, reliability, performance efficiency, and cost optimization.
• Advanced Networking:
  • Design and manage VPCs, subnets, routing, firewall, DNS security groups.
  • Implement advanced network configurations such as cross-account connectivity, Shared networking, firewalls, and transit gateways.
  • Optimize network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
  • Develop and maintain IaC scripts using Terraform and CloudFormation.
  • Automate the deployment and management of AWS resources.
  • Ensure consistency and repeatability in infrastructure deployments.
• Security and Compliance:
  • Ensure that infrastructure meets security compliance standards such as NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and CIS Benchmark for CIS AWS Foundations Benchmark, v3.0.0, Level 2.
  • Implement and Document security controls based as needed by the compliance framework.
  • Implement FIPS 140-2 standard encryption for data in transit and rest, and access management.
  • Hardening application components using STIG/CIS benchmarks
  • Facilitate and conduct infrastructure and application security vulnerability scans and remediation.
• Monitoring and Optimization:
  • Implement continuous monitoring and logging solutions, using AWS native and other solutions, to track the performance and security of infrastructure and applications.
  • Automation of monitoring and alerts using SIEM and other AWS native services.
  • Optimize resource utilization and cost management.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues on time.
• Collaboration and Support:
  • Work closely with internal DevOps, security, and application teams to support cloud deployment and maintenance and external auditors and other stakeholders for security and compliance management.
  • Provide guidance and best practices for cloud implementation, security, and scalability. Mentor and train the team.
  • Open to participate in online and in-person interviews as required.
  • Must be willing to work in the hybrid work environment and support cloud/applications maintenance during off-peak times.

    Required Skills:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud architecture and advanced networking.
  • Proven experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, ELB, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS Config, Security Hub, Systems Manager, Control Tower, Route 53, IAM Identity Center, and more.
  • Strong expertise in Terraform/Terragrunt and CloudFormation.
  • Hands-on experience with security compliance frameworks like NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and CIS Benchmarks.
• Skills:
  • Deep understanding of AWS networking concepts and configurations.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as AWS CLI, Python, Shell Script, and Boto library.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, AWS Deploy/CodePipeline.
  • Understanding of DevSecOps practices and tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Certifications:
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional is preferred
  • AWS SysOps Administrator Associate / Devops Engineer Professional (preferred)
  • AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty.
  • Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.) are a plus.

About the Company:

Turning Point Global Solutions (TurningPoint) is a fast-growing system integration, information technology services company that caters to federal, state, and local government and commercial clients. We specialize in full lifecycle system integration and software engineering services involving digital transformation and solution engineering in healthcare IT and telecom business verticals. Our services include software development, software integration, business process outsourcing, and professional services. Founded in 2002, TurningPoint prides itself in a heritage of innovation and strong professional services capabilities, enabling it to provide a full suite of mission-critical solutions in a timely and cost-effective manner. TurningPoint processes are independently appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5 for Development.

All qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination due to race, gender, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy extends to all aspects of employment with TurningPoint, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring decisions, assignment, advancement, compensation, benefits, retention, and termination.

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