Sector Solution Team (SST) Cloud Architect

Company: IBM Computing
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 6, 2021

Job Description:

Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk. Your Role and Responsibilities The Sector Solution Team (SST) Architect directly support Hybrid MultiCloud Go-to-Market sales/proposal efforts where they translates Federal client business requirements into specific systems, applications, or process designs for large, complex information technology solutions and integrating architecture. The SST Architect determines technical feasibility of business requests/requirements, conducts impact analysis of the proposed solutions to other parts of the application/system components, identifies alternative technical solutions to satisfy business needs. As appropriate, SST Architects support both WBS-based cost estimation and parametric (top-down) estimation methods for the solutions they create. You'll be accountable for: Owning overall technical solution Applying design to cost practices and architecture principles for decisions, functional decomposition, sizing and nonfunctional requirements, and sound/creative implementation approaches to meet client needs, including awareness / applied reuse of existing client enterprise technologies/practices Creating/leading Basis of Estimate (BOE) Anticipating likely competitor solutions and creating compelling solution differentiation Creating summary of opportunity scope and alignment w/ offerings + gaps Creating POVs / whitepapers and generating provocative technical conversations with clients Leading by example: driving and putting pen to paper [create OV1s / frame solution / integrate technical inputs across team] GBS10AP #FedSec21 Required Technical and Professional Expertise Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. 10+ years of technical architecture, systems engineering (V-model), and project management via Agile Methods. 5+ years of applied experience and SME in hybrid cloud solutions across (3rd Party cloud, DevSecOps, Cloud Native/Container/MicroServices, migration/modernization, and multicloud management). 3+ years of on-premise, cloud, and hybrid cloud solution development. Excellent client facing skills (in particular the ability to clearly articulate the value and rationale of the proposed solution in written, presentation and oral formats). Excellent technical writing skills with proven Federal proposal development experience.Broad knowledge of SDN & SD-WAN across any clouds and legacy enterprise environment.Capable of leading solution architecture via design thinking workshop inclusive of, IT/Digital Transformation, Modernization and Migration efforts. Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise Deep technical understanding of DevSecOps and Agile methods. Technical Depth/Breadth of VM, containers, serverless technologies, coupled with AI, ML across any cloud and on-premise enterprise. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Good leadership to provide guidance to less experienced personnel. Ability to work in a team environment. Willingness to travel. Mission Understanding, Knowledge, and Contacts with a Federal Agency (DoS, NASA, Navy, USDA, etc.) OpenGroup / TOGAF / PMI certifications are a plus* About Business UnitIBM 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 @ IBMWhat matters to you when you're looking for your next career challenge? Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities - where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust - where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible. About IBMIBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries. Location StatementIBM 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: *12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. Family care options are also available to support eligible employees during COVID-19. *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. *Well-being programs to support mental and physical health. *Financial programs that empower you to plan, save, and manage your money (including expert financial counseling, 401(k), IBM stock discount, etc.). *Select educational reimbursement opportunities. *Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups where you can network and connect with IBMers across the globe. *Giving and volunteer programs to benefit charitable organizations and local communities. *Discounts on retail products, services, and experiences. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. Being You @ IBMIBM 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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