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Application Architect

Employer
IBM
Location
Washington, DC
Closing date
Sep 18, 2021

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Introduction As an IBM Application Architect, you directly help clients transform their business and solve complex problems. You will define the scope and vision for projects that deliver customized solutions using your knowledge of IBM platforms. You are a technical leader, serving as a liaison among business partners, technical resources, and project stakeholders. Your Role and Responsibilities In this exciting position you will be responsible for the planning and design of cloud based solutions. Facilitate requirements gathering, analysis, and development of solution architectures. Prepare detailed technical documentation and design documents. Organize and oversee the development and implementation of cloud based solutions. You will have demonstrated experience architecting modern cloud services across a broad range of technologies. Security Clearance: TS/SCI"A cents € 1"A cents € 1"A cents € 1"A cents € 1"A cents € 1 CLEARED Required Technical and Professional Expertise Experience with network architecture, security, application and database software installation and maintenance. Broad design expertise across VPC design, IAM definition, OS tuning/configuration, Kubernetes, database tuning/configuration, DevOps toolchains, provisioning automation, service management, operations and security Excellent documentation skills to articulate the solution architecture and roadmap at executive levels Knowledgeable of DevOps and CI/CD automation tools such as Git, Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible, and cloud native scripting such as CloudFormation and ARM templates. Knowledgeable of scripting with one or more: YAML, JSON, PowerShell, BASH or Python Docker and Kubernetes container orchestration and management platform eg, OpenShift or equivalent implementation In depth understanding of security controls and implementations in the cloud Must have worked on Agile projects and understand Scrum. Deep understanding of design best practices for at least one cloud provider Familiarity with the logging and monitoring tools like ELK, Splunk, CloudWatch, and CloudTrail a plus Experience configuring databases and messaging services a plus Cloud storage knowledge of services like S3, Blob storage, Swift, Rubrik, Cohesity etc., a plus Certified in one or more cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP) is required. Multiple certs preferred across two or more cloud ecosystems. Expertise with SDLC life cycle (agile and waterfall) and associated IT processes Security Clearance: TS/SCI Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise Experience and/or understanding of the Intelligence Community 7+ years demonstrated experience architecting modern cloud services across a broad range of technologies. Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph. About Business Unit IBM Services is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants that design, build, and run foundational systems and services that is the backbone of the world's economy. IBM Services partners with the world's leading companies in over 170 countries to build smarter businesses by reimagining and reinventing through technology, with its outcome-focused methodologies, industry-leading portfolio and world class research and operations expertise leading to results-driven innovation and enduring excellence. Your Life @ IBM Are you craving to learn more? Prepared to solve some of the world's most unique challenges? And ready to shape the future for millions of people? If so, then it's time to join us, express your individuality, unleash your curiosity and discover new possibilities. Every IBMer, and potential ones like yourself, has a voice, carves their own path, and uses their expertise to help co-create and add to our story. Together, we have the power to make meaningful change - to alter the fabric of our clients, of society and IBM itself, to create a truly positive impact and make the world work better for everyone. It's time to define your career. About IBM IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world. At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world. Location Statement IBM offers a wide range of resources for eligible IBMers to thrive both inside and outside of work. In addition to a competitive benefits program consisting of medical and life insurance, retirement plans, and time off, eligible employees may also have access to: A' .12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. Family care options are also available to support eligible employees during COVID-19. A' .World-class training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform. IBM's learning culture supports your restless attitude to grow your skills and build the depth and scale of knowledge needed to achieve your career goals. A' .Well-being programs to support mental and physical health. A' .Financial programs that empower you to plan, save, and manage your money (including expert financial counseling, 401(k), IBM stock discount, etc.). A' .Select educational reimbursement opportunities. A' .Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups where you can network and connect with IBMers across the globe. A' .Giving and volunteer programs to benefit charitable organizations and local communities. A' .Discounts on retail products, services, and experiences. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. US Citizenship Required. Being You @ IBM IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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