Azure Cloud Architect

Overview

Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - 06+ month(s)

Skills

Azure
Azure DevOps
AVD

Job Details

Role: Azure Cloud Architect

Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Remote)

Type: Contract

Note: Client is looking for Architect level experience.

Job Description:

  • We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer with a deep understanding of Azure core services and governance. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience and strong knowledge in various Azure technologies and practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and optimize Azure core services including compute (VMs, App Services), networking (VNets, ExpressRoute, NSGs), storage, and identity management.
  • Implement and enforce Azure governance policies with a strong understanding of Azure Policy.
  • Utilize Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) to guide cloud adoption strategies.
  • Deploy and manage containerized applications using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure Container Instances (ACI).
  • Develop and maintain serverless computing solutions using Azure Functions and Logic Apps.
  • Design and implement hybrid cloud scenarios leveraging Azure Arc.
  • Configure and manage RBAC roles, conditional access, and MFA, with knowledge of Britive being a plus.
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using languages such as Bicep, PowerShell, Bash, and Terraform.
  • Develop and manage ARM templates and GitHub actions for automated deployments.
  • Utilize Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines and project management.
  • Understand and manage networking components including DNS, IP addressing, load balancing, endpoints, and private links.
  • Monitor and maintain Azure environments using Azure Monitor or OpsRamp.
  • Design and implement disaster recovery and high availability solutions.
  • Create and manage template specs for consistent deployments.
  • Provide low-level design and technical expertise for Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).

Qualifications:

  • 5-7 years of experience in Azure cloud services.
  • Strong knowledge of Azure core services and governance.
  • Experience with containers, serverless computing, and hybrid cloud scenarios.
  • Proficiency in RBAC, conditional access, MFA, and Britive.
  • Expertise in IaC, ARM templates, GitHub actions, and Azure DevOps.
  • Solid understanding of networking, monitoring, disaster recovery, and high availability.
  • Hands-on experience with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).
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