Senior AWS Cloud Architect (IT Systems Architect III)

We are seeking a Cloud/AWS Senior System Architect to lead enterprise system and cloud architecture efforts for a mission-critical federal program. This is a high-impact role for an architect who thrives in complex environments, driving secure, scalable, and reliable architectures that comply with federal IT and security standards.

This is a six-month contract position starting 1.5.2026 -7.5.2026. Must be a US citizen

WORKSITE

Remote - EST 

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time,. Occasional flexibility may be required to support program needs.

PAY RATE

$62.00 - $65.00 per hour

WHAT WE OFFER

• Paid sick leave based on state regulations after 90 days of employment

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after a waiting period (60% paid by Fortuna)

• Free TeleMedicine and Mental Health support for employees and their families

• Additional voluntary benefits: Group Life Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Care, Short-Term Disability

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Design and implement enterprise-wide architecture solutions across cloud, database, and infrastructure environments

• Develop architecture frameworks and models aligned with operational, technical, and informational requirements

• Lead planning and design of complex, scalable infrastructure systems-including DevOps pipelines, servers, and databases

• Translate business and technical requirements into strategic architectural solutions and integration strategies

• Drive adoption of AWS GovCloud and other cloud-based platforms, ensuring security, scalability, and performance

• Collaborate with stakeholders, analysts, engineers, and developers to define application and data architecture standards

• Conduct technical evaluations of current systems and recommend improvements for performance and efficiency

• Ensure architectural solutions conform to enterprise standards, project goals, and cybersecurity requirements

• Lead or participate in agile teams and DevOps processes to ensure architectural alignment across development cycles

• Support the full lifecycle of IT systems: design, development, enhancement, maintenance, and modernization

• Provide documentation and technical guidance to cross-functional teams and government stakeholders

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree with 12+ years' experience (or 16+ years without a degree) supporting enterprise IT systems

• Certified AWS Solutions Architect with proven expertise in cloud design and implementation

• Experience with IBM, Oracle, and cloud-based products in secure federal environments

• Strong background in Identity & Access Management (IAM) and AWS GovCloud

• Knowledge of cybersecurity standards and secure architecture best practices

• Demonstrated ability to design and manage highly available, business-critical systems

• Deep understanding of software development, testing, and release management lifecycles

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and their impact on system architecture

• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and perform complex technical tasks

• US Citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance

ABOUT FORTUNA

Fortuna operates as a staffing agency that sources, screens, and presents potential candidates for employment opportunities on behalf of our clients. Founded in 2012, our leadership team brings more than 50 years of combined industry experience. Headquartered in McClellan, California, Fortuna also operates offices in Los Angeles, New York, the Philippines, and Israel. We proudly serve as an active member of multiple California service agreements, including CMAS, ITMSA (Tier 2), and the CalPERS SpringFed Pool, as well as various municipalities and Fortune 500 vendor pools.

🌐 Career Site: www.gofortuna.com