Overview PLEASE NOTE: No corp-to-corp candidates will be accepted. • Tier One Technologies has an immediate need for a Google Cloud Architect for our US Government client. • This hybrid contract-to-hire position will be available to start in Raleigh, NC or Eagan, MN. • Must have an active GCP Certification. • Some occasional travel may be required to support program needs. • SELECTED CANDIDATES WITHOUT REQUIRED CLEARANCE WILL BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION TO RECEIVE IT. Responsibilities • Design & Architect - Build cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) aligned with a Microservices/SOA framework; produce implementation-ready documentation including bill of materials and cost estimates. • Define Standards - Develop and publish cloud policies, design patterns, and reference architectures for consistent, repeatable solutions. • Lead Cloud Adoption - Champion cultural change, build roadmaps, and communicate cloud strategies to stakeholders at all levels. • Document Solutions - Prepare solution descriptions, technical approach, assumptions, risk assessments, and mitigation plans. • Govern Architecture - Ensure all solutions comply with enterprise technology standards, security requirements, and industry best practices. • Enable Teams - Identify skill gaps, develop training materials, and deliver technical guidance to engineers and management. • Manage Vendors - Interface with vendors to ensure standard architectures are followed across projects. • AI Integration - Leverage AI to accelerate on-prem-to-GCP migration and automate systems, applications, and workflows to improve efficiency and decision-making. • Automate & Integrate - Automate complex tasks and integrate cloud services with on-premise and third-party platforms. • Troubleshoot - Act as an IT SWAT team member for high-priority problem resolution across design, development, and operations. • Communicate - Translate complex technical concepts for both technical teams and executive leadership; produce briefings, technical documentation, and architecture diagrams. Qualifications • A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the degree is not in the applicable field, then 4 additional years of related experience is required. • 13+ years of experience in Information Technology. • Deep understanding of systems development and architecture in cloud environments, including Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). • Proven ability to integrate Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with SaaS and on-premises platforms, including Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, SAP, and Linux environments. • Active Google Cloud Platform (GCP) certification. • Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and scaling enterprise solutions on Google Cloud. • Current knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) and industry trends, with experience applying modern technologies and practices to accelerate software delivery, including Agile, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD). • Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, including networking, compute, storage, virtualization, high availability, and monitoring. • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to develop and present management briefings, provide technical guidance, and prepare and present recommendations, reports, and other technical documentation. • Must be a US Citizen or Permanent US Resident (Green Card Holder). • Must be able to obtain Public Trust Clearance. • Be able to pass a drug screening, criminal history, and credit checks. • Must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years. • Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)