US Main
AWS Solutions Architect
US Main, New York, New York, United States,
Hi, Hope you are doing well? I am looking for a candidate with experience as AWS Solutions Architect. Role: AWS Solutions Architect Location: Sacramento, California (Hybrid) Duration: Long term Must be on Our W2 We are seeking a proficient AWS Solutions Architect to work a Hybrid position with multiple days/wk. onsite at our Sacramento, California client. You must be certified and well-versed in AWS technologies, to ensure the security, efficiency, and alignment of cloud infrastructure with organizational goals and compliance standards. As an AWS Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, reliable, and cost-effective solutions on the AWS cloud platform. Key Responsibilities: Solution Design: Collaborate with stakeholders to comprehend business and technical requirements and devise scalable, cost-effective solutions utilizing AWS services. Architectural Planning: Develop detailed architectural diagrams and documentation outlining the structure of AWS solutions, including network architecture, data storage, and computing resources. Service Selection: Recommend and select suitable AWS services tailored to meet project-specific needs, considering factors such as performance, cost, and security. Infrastructure Design and Deployment: Strategize, implement, and maintain AWS infrastructure, encompassing virtual private clouds (VPCs), subnets, security groups, IAM roles, and networking components. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Employ infrastructure automation and manage AWS resources using AWS Cloud Formation and Terraform. Security: Ensure the security and compliance of AWS solutions by implementing best practices, encryption, and identity and access management (IAM) controls. Cost Optimization: Optimize AWS costs by selecting cost-effective services and architectures, implementing cost monitoring, and offering recommendations for cost reduction. Performance and Scalability: Design solutions capable of scaling horizontally and vertically to accommodate growing workloads and demand. High Availability and Disaster Recovery: Develop solutions with high availability and disaster recovery in mind, leveraging features like AWS Availability Zones and backup strategies. Monitoring and Optimization: Establish monitoring and alerting systems to proactively identify and address performance and availability issues. Customer Engagement: Serve as a trusted advisor to customers, providing technical expertise and assisting in decision-making regarding AWS services. Required / Desired Skills: - AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification or equivalent AWS certifications - Extensive knowledge of AWS services, features, and best practices (Minimum 7 years) - Experience in architecting and implementing cloud solutions (Minimum 7 years) - Strong understanding of cloud security and compliance (Minimum 7 years) - Proficiency in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools AWS Cloud Formation and Terraform (Minimum 7 years) - Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology) - Strong problem-solving and communication skills - Leadership qualities and experience leading projects in previous implementations - Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools - Experience working with hybrid or multi-cloud environments is a plus If you have consultants meeting the requirements for this position, please carefully read below before you reply and attach their resumes with their availability and rate. PLEASE READ-before submitting any of your consultants ALWAYS provide your consultants full name-(What is on their Visa), resume, phone number, rate, email address, and location. Client is a State of California Agency Client Interviews by phone and Skype Remote work is not available. All work must be done on-site in Sacramento, California Do not call as that will only slow down our ability to respond to you quickly. Please provide Visa Status An e-Verify report will be required when hired