Sr. Cloud Infrastructure Architect (AWS) - INSPYR Solutions

Title: Sr. Cloud Infrastructure Architect (AWS)
Location: Irvine, CA
Duration: Direct-Hire/FTE
Compensation: $150-165K Annual 
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

• AWS Infrastructure Architecture & Design:
  • Architect, Design and implement AWS-based cloud infrastructure solutions that meet business needs for scalability, performance, and reliability.
  • Develop and maintain detailed architecture diagrams, documentation, and best practices for AWS infrastructure.
  • Design, develop, publish and maintain reference architectures
• Optimization and Management:
  • Optimize AWS cloud resources (compute, storage, networking) for cost-effectiveness and performance.
  • Monitor AWS environments to ensure operational efficiency and resolve performance issues.
• Implementation and Configuration:
  • Oversee the deployment and configuration of AWS services, including EC2 instances, RDS databases, S3 storage, VPCs, and load balancers.
  • Utilize AWS CloudFormation and other Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools to automate infrastructure provisioning and management.
• Security and Compliance:
  • Establish and enforce AWS security best practices, including network security, identity and access management (IAM), and data protection.
  • Ensure that AWS infrastructure adheres to organizational policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration and Support:
  • Collaborate with DevOps, development, and operations teams to integrate AWS infrastructure with applications and services.
  • Provide technical guidance and support for AWS-related issues and projects.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Stay current with AWS updates, new services, and industry trends to continuously improve infrastructure practices.
  • Evaluate and recommend new AWS tools and technologies to enhance infrastructure performance and capabilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications are a plus.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in designing and managing AWS cloud infrastructure, with a strong track record in AWS environments.
• In-depth knowledge of AWS services and infrastructure components, including EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and CloudFormation.
• Proficiency in AWS infrastructure-as-code tools and automation practices.
• Strong knowledge of AWS security best practices and compliance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for troubleshooting and resolving complex AWS infrastructure issues.
• Ability to lead teams, mentor junior staff, and manage high-impact projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effectively interacting with stakeholders and team members.

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, or similar certifications.
• Familiarity with other cloud providers (e.g., Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
• Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and related tools is beneficial.

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.