Azure Cloud Architect

Overview

Hybrid
$75 - $80
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

azure
Azure Key Vault
Entra ID
Azure Functions
Azure Web App

Job Details

Innova Solutions has a client that is immediately hiring for the Azure Cloud Architect

Position Type: Full time Contract

Duration: 12 months

Location: Richmond, VA

As an Azure Cloud Architect you will:

  • Advise agency on architecture and security concerns associated with Azure including in-place migrations/refactoring.
  • Make recommendations on lift and shift and on-premise to cloud native migrations.
  • Make recommendations with refactoring within Azure environment.
  • Conduct testing within Azure to show minimal viable product of an architecture.
  • Understand available offerings from COV, MSI and other connected parties.
  • Make configurations to Azure in support of agency-level objectives. Configurations will be primarily to Azure-based services.
  • Need to sign Non-Disclosure Agreement.

Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience

  • Strong knowledge of cloud fundamentals
  • Knowledge of single and multi-cloud strategies and implications
  • Knowledge and experience in designing cloud solutions encapsulating all aspects of design that meet business requirements.
  • Strong knowledge and experience with Azure network and storage architectures
  • Strong knowledge and experience with Azure Services (examples Azure Key Vault, Entra ID, etc.)
  • Strong knowledge and experience with Azure Functions, Azure Web App/App Service, Containers, micro-services architecture and server-less architecture.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of cloud security principles including zero-trust, network segmentation, just-in-time access, conditional access etc.
  • Knowledge of availability options. Demonstrated experience architecting solutions that meet RPO and RTO objectives in Azure.
  • Effective documentation writing. Candidate should be able to write professional documentation including position papers, architecture documentation a
  • Experience in managing cloud-based security posture activities including vulnerability remediation, perimeter defense architecture, encryption in tran
  • Knowledge and experience in DevOps including Azure DevOps and GitHub Enterprise Cloud.
  • Knowledge and experience in data storage products like SQL Server, Oracle. Knowledge of non-relational data storage products like Cosmos DB.
  • Experience as a on-premises architect 5+ years
  • Strong communication skills. Candidate should be able to effectively communicate with technical and business staff.
  • Microsoft Certification in Azure Solutions Architect (Pls upload cert under reference tab)

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.

We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW.

Thank you!

Kavita

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range*: $75/hr - $80/hr

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Recent Recognitions:

  • Named One of America s Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024
  • Named One of the Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025)
  • One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)
  • One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics)
  • Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)
  • One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)
  • AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications

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Innova Solutions offers a referral bonus for qualified Ambassadors who refer eligible referrals. Submit referrals at and earn $250-$1,000 per referral.

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