Cloud Manager

Position OverviewThe Cloud Manager will lead the execution of modernization initiatives supporting the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) systems. This role is responsible for standing up and managing an Agile modernization team that delivers cloud-native, AWS-based solutions, replacing legacy SAS-based systems with Python and modern data architectures.This is a technical delivery leadership role, not a traditional administrative PM position. The Technical PM must be capable of leading the execution of cloud-native architecture, DevSecOps integration, and cross-disciplinary Agile teams from initial discovery through production deployment.Key Responsibilities Modernization Program Initiation & DiscoveryLead initial technical discovery efforts across legacy SAS systemsPartner with Cloud Architect and Technical SMEs to define target-state cloud-native architectureTranslate system-level modernization goals into actionable epics and initial product backlogIdentify migration sequencing strategy (refactor vs lift-and-shift)Establish MVP/Proof-of-Concept scope for initial modernization sliceCoordinate early governance artifacts (architecture reviews, EWG alignment) Agile Team Stand-Up & Delivery ExecutionEstablish and manage Agile Scrum or Kanban delivery frameworkBuild and maintain backlog aligned to modernization roadmapFacilitate sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectivesEnsure alignment between Product Owner (Federal) and technical teamDrive sprint-level execution across:Cloud ArchitectureCloud EngineeringData EngineeringApplication Development (Python)Testing (manual & automated)DevSecOps AWS Cloud Modernization LeadershipLead migration of on-prem SAS systems to AWS cloud-native architectureCoordinate deployment of applications leveraging AWS services such as:LambdaFargateGlueAurora/PostgresS3BatchCloudWatchSecrets ManagerEnsure Infrastructure-as-Code and CI/CD practices are implementedOversee containerization and serverless deployment strategiesCoordinate environment provisioning within EDL constraintsThe Technical PM must be able to understand and challenge architectural decisions in AWS environments. DevSecOps & Automated Testing IntegrationEnsure CI/CD pipelines are implemented and integrated with automated testingOversee regression validation between legacy SAS outputs and Python outputsIntegrate security scanning and vulnerability remediation into sprint cyclesCoordinate automated test framework implementationEnsure quality gates are embedded in delivery lifecycle Governance & Compliance AlignmentCoordinate architecture documentation for:Enterprise Working Group (EWG)Architecture Review BoardInterface Control Documents (ICDs)Support Authority to Operate (ATO) readiness activitiesMaintain alignment with Zero Trust, IUS, and Census security policiesEnsure traceability between requirements, backlog items, and delivered capabilities Cross-System Integration & Dependency ManagementManage integration touchpoints across:MojoDICEEDLTabulationProcessing systemsDownstream dissemination systemsIdentify and mitigate cross-workstream risksPlan modernization sequencing to avoid production disruptionAlign delivery milestones with ACS operational cycles Migration Sequencing & Risk ManagementDevelop phased migration roadmap across multiple systemsIdentify candidate systems for initial modernizationPrioritize low-risk, high-learning MVP slicesManage parallel validation strategies where neededMonitor risks associated with questionnaire changes and output comparabilityRequirementsTechnical LeadershipMinimum 8-10 years of experience leading technical modernization programsDemonstrated experience deploying applications to AWS cloud environmentsExperience leading serverless architecture implementationsExperience managing Infrastructure-as-Code and CI/CD pipelinesExperience in standing up Agile teams from inceptionExperience building backlog and epics from discovery and architecture inputsExperience managing cross-functional technical teams, including:Cloud ArchitectsCloud EngineersData EngineersApplication DevelopersTest EngineersDevSecOps EngineersModernization & Migration ExperienceExperience leading legacy-to-cloud modernization initiativesExperience planning refactoring vs lift-and-shift strategiesExperience managing phased migration in high-governance federal environmentsExperience coordinating statistical or data-intensive system modernization (preferred)Governance & Federal EnvironmentExperience supporting architecture review boardsExperience working in FISMA/FedRAMP environmentsFamiliarity with ATO processesExperience operating in politically sensitive, high-visibility programsAbility to coordinate across multiple federal stakeholders and contractorsPreferred QualificationsExperience with SAS to Python modernizationExperience with large-scale data processing systemsExperience in U.S. Census or statistical agenciesExperience working with Enterprise Data Lakes (EDL)Familiarity with GitLab or similar DevSecOps platformsCore CompetenciesTechnical credibility with engineers and architectsAbility to translate architecture into backlogStrong risk identification and mitigation skillsStrong stakeholder communication skillsAbility to operate in ambiguity and define structureBias toward action while respecting governance controlsBenefits401(k) with matching and 100% VestedHealth Insurance - 3 plans to select fromDental insuranceVision InsuranceHealth savings accountLife insuranceShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityAD&DPaid time offProfessional development assistanceTrainingTuition reimbursementFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountReferral programPaid Legal Planand more... 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