Google Cloud Platform Architect - Irving, TX

Responsibilities: 
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): 
• Design, implement, and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform for GCP environments. 
• Ensure infrastructure configurations are scalable, reliable, and follow best practices. 
• GCP Platform Management: 
• Architect and manage GCP environments, including compute, storage, and networking components. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and provide scalable infrastructure solutions. 
• Vertex AI Integration: 
• Work closely with data scientists and AI specialists to integrate and optimize solutions using Vertex AI on GCP. 
• Implement and manage machine learning pipelines and models within the Vertex AI environment. 
• BigQuery Storage: 
• Design and optimize data storage solutions using BigQuery Storage. 
• Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to ensure efficient data processing and analysis. 
• Wiz Security Control Integration: 
• Integrate and configure Wiz Security Control for continuous security monitoring and compliance checks within GCP environments. 
• Collaborate with security teams to implement and enhance security controls. 
• Automation and Tooling: 
• Implement automation and tooling solutions for monitoring, scaling, and managing GCP resources. 
• Develop and maintain scripts and tools to streamline operational tasks. 
• Security and Compliance: 
• Implement security best practices in GCP environments, including identity and access management, encryption, and compliance controls. 
• Must understand the Policies as a Code in GCP 
• Perform regular security assessments and audits. 
Requirements: 
• Bachelor's Degree: 
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 
• GCP Certification: 
• GCP Professional Cloud Architect or similar certifications are highly desirable. 
• Infrastructure as Code: 
• Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform for GCP environments. 
• Vertex AI and BigQuery: 
• Hands-on experience with Vertex AI for generative AI solutions and BigQuery for data storage and analytics. 
• Wiz Security Control: 
• Experience with Wiz Security Control and its integration for continuous security monitoring in GCP environments. 
• GCP Services: 
• In-depth knowledge of various GCP services, including Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, VPC, and IAM. 
• Automation Tools: 
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools for GCP resource management. 
• Security and Compliance: 
• Strong understanding of GCP security best practices and compliance standards. 
• Collaboration Skills: 
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 65,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 260,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post