Cloud Solutions Architect II

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Job Title: Cloud Solutions Architect II
Location: Austin, Texas - ONSITE Austin LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY.
Duration: 6+months

Job Description:
Multi-cloud Architecture (e.g., At least 7+ years - One role as an Azure Architect, another as AWS Architect, past experiences include Kubernetes solution Architect, Enterprise Architecture and/or DevSecOps).
~2-3+ years exp. large scale Cloud transformations, experience with legacy to modernization efforts. Understanding Security Posture.
~ Migration experience including standing up Landing zones for migration acceleration.
~ Cost optimization techniques by reducing servers/instances to PaaS based solutions.
~ Certification in AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
~ Prefer someone who worked directly with Amazon, Microsoft, or Google Cloud.
~ Hands on Experience in writing IaC.
~ Prefer Current experience includes AI/ML based project

TxDOT work to be accomplished
• Lead cross-functional teams and initiatives focused on enterprise infrastructure and cloud solutions.
• Act as a strong communicator and technical liaison between shared technology services, security, and business stakeholders.
• Mentor teams and educate stakeholders on cloud and infrastructure best practices.
• Demonstrate in-depth understanding of enterprise networking, including routing, switching, VPNs, DNS, load balancing, and connectivity in hybrid cloud environments.
• Ensure all infrastructure solutions adhere to NIST 800-series and CIS Benchmark v4.0 security standards.
• Implement secure configurations, identity management, and access control policies.
• Architect, design, and optimize hybrid and multi-cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and other enterprise platforms.
• Maintain and evolve Landing Zones to ensure compliance, cost optimization, and scalability.
• Define guardrails and enforce governance using policy-as-code frameworks.
• Lead cloud migration and modernization efforts using tools like AWS MGN, Azure Migrate, and ModelizeIT.
• Develop migration strategies that minimize downtime and ensure business continuity.
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, CloudFormation, and Bicep/ARM.
• Design and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting systems for performance, compliance, and cost control.
• Design and implement Disaster Recovery (DR) and Backup strategies that ensure high availability and regulatory compliance.
Minimum Yrs of Experience, Skills, and Qualifications
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise infrastructure, cloud architecture, or related roles.
• Proven experience designing and implementing hybrid multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, OCI).
• Strong understanding of networking, security, IAM, and governance frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with IaC (Terraform, CloudFormation, and ARM/Bicep).
• Knowledge of NIST 800-series and CIS 4.0 compliance frameworks.
• Experience leading modernization initiatives including containerization, microservices, and DevOps integration.
• Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Relevant certifications preferred:
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise infrastructure, cloud architecture, or related roles.
• Proven experience designing and implementing hybrid multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, OCI).
• Strong understanding of networking, security, IAM, and governance frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with IaC (Terraform, CloudFormation, and ARM/Bicep).
• Knowledge of NIST 800-series and CIS 4.0 compliance frameworks.
• Experience leading modernization initiatives including containerization, microservices, and DevOps integration.
• Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Relevant certifications preferred:
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert