Enterprise Architect (Remote)

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About The Role:

The GovCloud Federal IT Operations team is rapidly growing, entering new markets and adding innovative new features to our products while expanding our product line in support of our federal customers and internal federal teams.

We are seeking a top-performing Enterprise Architect who is knowledgeable working within the stringent guidelines of FedRamp and DOD IL 4/5, to join us on the journey of modernizing and streamlining our delivery in the digital world, with a focus on design, implementation, and maintain an organization’s information systems and technological infrastructure. In this role, you will work hands-on in helping shape the future direction of GovCloud and its long-term strategy.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Enterprise Architect to serve as a subject matter expert (SME) architect for cloud and on-premise infrastructure strategy, design, specifications, implementations, and operation to ensure performance, reliability, and security of enterprise applications and systems.

We are looking for someone with a strong technical background and the ability to methodically assess, prioritize and solve complex problems in the digital identity space. You demonstrate attention to detail and focus on excellent customer-centric solutions. Ability to tackle an independent work stream and drive progress is key.

What You’ll Do:

• Review Existing Architecture by conducting a thorough assessment of our current cloud architecture, with a particular focus on GovCloud. 
• Oversee and manage the preparation of all necessary FedRAMP documentation, including the System Security Plan (SSP), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), and other compliance artifacts.
• Provide architectural guidance on cloud security, network security, identity management, encryption, and data protection in line with NIST 800-53 and other relevant standards.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure secure DevOps practices.
• Develop and implement secure architecture frameworks and solutions that adhere to FedRAMP Moderate or High Impact Level baseline
• Ensure Compliance and Security: This role will be pivotal in ensuring that our GovCloud environment meets all necessary federal compliance standards and is fortified against potential security threats. you will guide the implementation of these security measures.
• Create Parity Across Cloud Environments: you will work to align our GovCloud environment with our other cloud platforms, ensuring a unified and consistent architecture across the entire organization. This will include standardizing processes, tools, and practices across all environments.
• Mature GovCloud Environments: you will develop and implement a roadmap for the maturity of our GovCloud environments, ensuring they evolve in line with the company’s overall strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Need:

• 12-14+ years experience. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Expertise in physical and virtual information system infrastructure.
• Expertise of cloud services (e.g., Amazon, Microsoft, and Google) sufficient to lead all aspects of technical expertise, guidance, and oversight in the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure services.
• Ability to lead the integration of cloud technologies from providers (e.g., AWS, GCP) with existing organizational technologies, systems, or services.
• Ability to lead the research and evaluation of existing, new, and emerging infrastructure solutions sufficient to provide adoption recommendations.
• Ability to own the design and implementation of automation technologies to provision, patch, upgrade, deploy infrastructure across the enterprise.
• The ability to work closely with internal stakeholders such as the IT team, legal, and business units to ensure alignment with federal requirements and security best practices.
• Provide ongoing training and awareness programs for team members on FedRAMP requirements and security best practices.

Bonus Points:

• Senior-level experience in large-scale enterprise infrastructure projects.
• Experience with implementation, enhancement, upgrade, or migration projects.
• Industry experience in cyber security.
• Knowledge of network switching, backup, and restore systems.

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Remote-first culture
• Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements 
• Comprehensive and inclusive health benefits
• Physical and mental wellness programs
• Paid parental leave, including adoption 
• A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation – generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] for further assistance.

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CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $0 – $0 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.

Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:12-17-2024

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