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Accenture Federal Services

Federal - Cloud Solution Lead Architect

Arlington, VA

Organization: Accenture Federal Services

Location: Arlington, VA - Washington, DC

We are:

Accenture Federal Services, helping our federal clients tackle their toughest challenges while unleashing their fullest potential...and then some. What makes our approach so unique? Operating from the nation's capital, we expand Cloud adaption by bringing together commercial innovation and leading-edge technologies to deliver an integrated and interactive experience that far exceeds expectations. How? Our passion meets purpose! Through our diverse culture and inclusive thinking, we embrace our employees' ideas taking them from concept to practical solutions. Not to mention, we sleep well at night knowing our work directly impacts and improves the way the world works. We keep our tech smarts sharp by providing abundant training and certification opportunities. Are you ready to learn and grow in a career, while making a difference?

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You are:

Proud to know Cloud. A Cloud enthusiast and will have a knack for leading and inspiring teams to dig deeper (or should we say higher) into the possibilities with Cloud. Not afraid to roll up their sleeves to help tackle complex problems. Voted best trendsetter, they are always in-the-know on the latest technologies and others turn to them as the expert. Not only are they able to modernize clients' systems to today, they take it a step further anticipating their tomorrow and beyond.

The work:
  • Participate in solution and design discussions using a cloud-based architecture
  • Stay up to date with the cloud and keep track of application performance
  • Collaborate within a project team to solve complex problems
  • Create scripts and templates for automatic provisioning of resources
  • Deploy and carry out processes for optimal use of cloud service provider offerings

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Qualifications

Here's what you need:
  • Technical experience working with one or more of the following environments: Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform
  • Experience building relationships with clients and/or stakeholders
  • Experience leading large teams
  • Experience with fiscal responsibilities

Bonus points if you have:
  • Worked on a Cloud migration project
  • Obtained relevant Cloud certifications such as Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect or AWS Cloud Practitioner
  • Picked up on new technologies quickly
  • Designed and Deployed Cloud services in a high-performance production environment
  • Worked with container and server-less technologies
  • Knowledge of configuration management, DevOps and orchestration tools (Chef, Ansible, etc.)

The Extras:

US Citizenship required

Important Information:

An active security clearance or the ability to obtain one may be required for this role.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Accenture (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).

Accenture is a Federal Contractor and an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

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We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here

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Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement.

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If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 (877) 889-9009, send us an email or speak with your recruiter.

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

Job ID: accenture_federal-R00005810
Employment Type: Other