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As a cloud computing application architect, you know how to build a cloud-based technical architecture that meets client needs and takes advantage of cloud capabilities. What if you could use your cloud architecture skills to improve mission-critical applications? We need you to help us develop cloud-based solutions for some of GEOINT's toughest challenges.\nOn our team, you’ll design a secure, cloud-based communications network to support mission-critical operations. This is an opportunity to use the latest cloud technologies as you look for ways to improve your client’s environment using current cloud capabilities. Your technical expertise will be vital as you work with GEOINT missions to inform strategy and design and ensure standards are met throughout the cloud migration process. You’ll recommend tools and solutions based on your research of the current environment and knowledge of various on premise, cloud based, and hybrid resources. You’ll lead your team as they help the client overcome their most difficult challenges in the cloud. Additionally, you’ll broaden your skill set in areas like automation and cloud-based security while developing critical systems for GEOINT missions.\nReady to transform mission-critical applications with cloud technology?\nJoin us. The world can’t wait.\nYou Have:\n5+ years of experience in microservice architectures\n3+ years of experience designing and developing cloud solutions using cloud native tools, such as EKS, ECR, or OpenSearch\n3+ years of experience using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC) tools\nExperience in hybrid solutions with cloud or on-premise infrastructure or multi-cloud strategies\nExperience working with application development teams across the software development lifecycle and creating solutions to complex problems within a collaborative team environment\nKnowledge of microservices architecture, containerization, and orchestration tools\nAbility to obtain a Secret clearance\nHS diploma or GED\nNice If You Have:\nExperience operating within an Agile environment\nExperience acquiring client requirements and resolving workflow problems through automation optimization\nExperience working with multiple CSPs such as AWS, Azure, Google, or Oracle\nAbility to work with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance\nBachelor's degree\nClearance:\nApplicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.\nCompensation\nAt Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.\nSalary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.Identity Statement\nAs part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. 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