Senior Cloud Computing Specialist

Title: Sr. Cloud Computing Specialist

Location: United States

Department: Information Technology

Job Description:

Location: Remote (supporting NOAA DSRC, Boulder, CO)

Terms: Full Time

Clearance: Public Trust

Travel: 0–10%

RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.

That’s RIVA.
We’re a mission-driven IT services company and systems integrator supporting digital transformation and modernization for Federal government agencies. Our teams deliver innovative solutions that create measurable outcomes for government customers while supporting missions that matter.

Program Overview

The Cloud Computing Specialist – Senior supports NOAA Earth System Research Laboratories (ESRL) and the N-Wave national network program by leading cloud architecture, modernization, engineering, and migration initiatives. This position supports scientific research and operational missions through secure, scalable, and innovative cloud solutions.

Position Overview

RIVA Solutions is seeking a senior-level Cloud Computing Specialist to lead the design, development, integration, and lifecycle management of cloud-based solutions supporting NOAA programs. The role serves as a key technical contributor responsible for cloud strategy, architecture development, technical standards, migration planning, and operational support across hybrid and cloud environments.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead cloud-based design, definition, and development of custom modules, features, and package integrations from proposal through production deployment.
• Document cloud initiative features, module specifications, requirements, risks, and technical decisions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Design system architectures and interface control specifications using formal requirements and engineering processes.
• Support development of future cloud component architectures and migration strategies for NOAA systems.
• Define and enforce technical standards, procedures, and best practices for cloud solutions.
• Support research and development of cloud-based products and applications aligned with NOAA’s scientific mission.
• Provide planning, support, and daily operations for VM architecture, container management frameworks, and cloud services.
• Evaluate cloud architectures for scalability, performance, security, resiliency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with systems administrators, network engineers, and security specialists to integrate cloud solutions.
• Support Assessment & Authorization (A&A) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.
• Conduct requirements analysis, engineering studies, and market/cost analyses to identify cloud technology solutions.
• Partner with scientists and researchers to develop innovative cloud-enabled technologies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4–6 years of experience in cloud computing architecture, design, or engineering.
• Experience designing and developing solutions on AWS, Azure, GCP, or equivalent cloud platforms.
• Experience with IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS service models.
• Proficiency with virtual machine architecture, Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration technologies.
• Experience documenting cloud architectures, interface control documents, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of cloud security principles, IAM, and data protection practices.
• Familiarity with FISMA and NIST 800-53 security requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust background investigation.
• U.S. Citizen or otherwise authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience planning and executing cloud migrations from on-premises environments.
• Familiarity with NOAA, DOC, FedRAMP, and Federal cloud adoption policies.
• Experience with Linux administration and scripting automation.
• Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD platforms such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, and GitHub Actions.
• Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools.
• Background supporting scientific research, weather, climate, or high-performance computing environments.
• Experience with large-scale data storage systems and cloud-based data management strategies.
• AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud certifications.

Salary

$140,000

RIVA Benefits

• Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
• Long- and Short-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Wellness Program Initiatives
• RIVA Flex (Flexible Hours and Hybrid Support, where applicable)
• Additional Workplace Benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status.