Application Architect

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • Posted 7 hours ago | Updated 7 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 75.00 - 80.00 per hour
Full Time

Skills

Systems Architecture
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Operating Systems
Active Directory
PaaS
SaaS
Computer Networking
DevOps
Continuous Integration and Development
Optimization
Policy Administration
Disaster Recovery
High Availability
Health Insurance
Accountability
HIPAA
Analytics
Terraform
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Network
Virtual Private Network
Firewall
IaaS
Informatica
Databricks
Snow Flake Schema
Microsoft Azure
Amazon Web Services
Storage
Reporting
Encryption
Access Control
Regulatory Compliance
Data Analysis
Cloud Computing
Knowledge Transfer
Change Management
Life Insurance
Management
Training And Development
IT Service Management
Innovation
Collaboration
Recruiting
Insurance
Finance
Professional Development
Training
Leadership
CompTIA
Customer Service
Career Counseling
Apex
Oracle Application Express

Job Details

Job#: 3012843

Job Description:

Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Position: Application Architect

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Duration: 6+ month contract

Pay Rate Range: $75-$80/hr

Project Description:

This scope of work is for consulting services to support the development, implementation and life-cycle management of new and existing enterprise technologies for the Cloud Support Team.

Requirements:

5 years of experience designing, implementing, and administering enterprise-scale cloud environments in Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS), including system architecture, security configuration, and environment maintenance.

5 years of experience as an enterprise administrator in an on-premises Windows Server Domain infrastructure.

5 years of experience managing Azure Entra ID (Active Directory) and AWS IAM, including policy design, role-based access control, and secure federation between environments.

5 years of experience designing and maintaining multi-cloud environments, including the integration of cloud-native tools and services to support data and analytics workloads.

5 years of experience architecting, implementing, and maintaining Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS) models within Azure and AWS.

5 years of experience designing and managing cloud networking, including virtual networks, subnets, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), ExpressRoute, and Direct Connect.

5 years of experience implementing and administering DevOps and Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for infrastructure deployment and automation.

5 years of experience supporting cloud-based data tools such as Snowflake, Databricks, Informatica, and Dataiku, including environment setup, security configuration, and integration.

5 years of experience developing and managing cloud tagging, cost optimization, and chargeback models across multiple environments.

5 years of experience implementing identity, access, and policy management across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

5 years of experience implementing Terraform or equivalent Infrastructure as Code (IaC) frameworks for automated, secure, and scalable infrastructure deployment.

2 years of experience developing and maintaining disaster recovery, high availability, and security compliance configurations in alignment with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and Florida Administrative Code 60GG- 2.

Responsibilities:

Design, install, configure, and document all server and cloud platform requirements in a multi-cloud environment (Azure and Amazon Web Services AWS) supporting the Enterprise Data and Analytics Platform (EDAP).

Perform daily monitoring, health checks, and troubleshooting for cloud and on-premises infrastructure components, ensuring system availability and performance.

Design and maintain Terraform-based automation and CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure deployment, configuration, and compliance validation.

Assist in designing, securing, and maintaining network connectivity, including virtual networks, VPNs, firewalls, and ExpressRoute/Direct Connect links supporting the EDAP cloud infrastructure.

Integrate and support data tools and platforms (Informatica, Databricks, Snowflake, Dataiku, etc.) ensuring proper configuration, interoperability, and access control across Azure and AWS environments.

Monitor and optimize cloud performance, storage, and costs, implementing tagging, reporting, and chargeback models for multi-cloud governance.

Implement security baselines including encryption, identity protection, key management, and role-based access control to maintain compliance with Department policies and applicable regulations.

Collaborate with data, analytics, and development teams to migrate workloads, modernize infrastructure, and establish secure integrations between cloud and on-premises systems.

Document configurations, maintain architecture diagrams, and provide knowledge transfer sessions for Department technical staff.

Provide written status updates, participate in project meetings, and support Department Change Management and Governance processes.

*Please note that as a contract employee of Apex Systems, benefits include the below with employee contribution*
  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance; Short Term Disability
  • Hospitalization Coverage
  • Direct Deposit
  • Weekly Pay Periods
  • Training and Development Programs
  • 401k
  • Referral Program


Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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