Senior Azure Enterprise Architect - Fully REMOTE

Overview

Remote
On Site
$$75/hr on W2
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 15 day((s))

Skills

SQL
Azure
Architect
Cloud
native
Security
networking
Docker
Kubernetes
infrastructure
storage
Center
hybrid
DEVICE
Monitor
RBAC
Trust
IAAC
ZERO

Job Details

The Virginia Department of Elections is seeking an Azure Enterprise Architect with a minimum of 5 years' experience.

The candidate will be working with an existing software development team to develop a new platform. The Enterprise Architect will work across Application Development, Service Delivery and Infrastructure to identify, research, discuss, design, and implement key enterprise architecture standards. Other responsibilities include: Research, design, document, build, and pilot prioritized topics for standards and work with the application development management to prioritize efforts. Work closely with Development, Infrastructure, and Service Delivery teams and lead key enterprise architectural design projects as necessary. Required/Desired Skills
Skill Required /Desired Amount of Experience
5 8 years' experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade solutions on Microsoft Azure Required 5 Years
Strong grasp of cloud-native architecture, hybrid cloud strategies, and infrastructure-as-code. Required 5 Years
Deep knowledge of Azure Compute, Networking, Storage, Database, and Identity services. Required 5 Years
Experience with Azure Resource Manager, Azure Policy, Azure Monitor, and Azure Security Center. Required 5 Years
Strong hands-on experience with Azure SQL Managed Instance and other Azure database services. Required 5 Years
Familiarity with Azure Kubernetes Service and containerization (Docker, Helm, etc.) Required 5 Years
Proven ability to lead cloud strategy and roadmap discussions with enterprise stakeholders. Required 5 Years
Understanding of cloud governance, cost management, and security best practices. Required 5 Years
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, preferably using Azure DevOps or GitHub actions. Required 5 Years
Competent with PowerShell, Bicep, and Terraform for Azure automation and provisioning. Required 5 Years
Strong grasp of Zero Trust Architecture, RBAC, Azure AD, and regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO, SOC 2, NIST). Required 5 Years
Ability to design and review secure architectures at scale. Required 5 Years
Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Required 5 Years
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including developers, security, and business leaders. Required 5 Years
Recognized relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert and/or Cybersecurity Architect Expert highly desired. Highly desired 5 Years
Questions
No. Question
Question1 Commonwealth of Virginia security policies prohibit the use of offshore IT contractors. Do you attest to the fact that your candidate will physically reside within the US for the duration of the assignment?
Question2 Please list candidate's email address.
Question3 What City and State is your candidate currently located?
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