Overview
Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 Month(s)
Unable to Provide Sponsorship
Skills
Cloud Computing
Computer Networking
Cosmos-Db
DevOps
Documentation
Encryption
GitHub
JIT
MSI
Management
Microservices
Microsoft Azure
Migration
Oracle
RPO
Solution Architecture
Testing
Code Refactoring
Job Details
Beacon Systems, Inc, delivers Program Management, Science, Engineering, and Technology Solutions to Federal, Commercial State, and Local Agencies. We are a subsidiary of Radiant Digital Solutions. Our Technology support to many DoD Agencies, NASA, Voice of America, FDA, and State Agencies such as State of FL, RI, MS, ND, VA, and WV extends our delivery of solutions worldwide.
We are looking for an Azure Cloud Architect - Hybrid - Richmond, VA
If you are interested in applying for this requirement, please do respond with your updated resume.
Title: Azure Cloud Architect 4
Worksite: Richmond, VA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (On-site 3 days/week)
Duration: 6 months (Expected 1-year engagement)
Interview Type: Webcam + Possible In-person follow-up
Worksite: Richmond, VA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (On-site 3 days/week)
Duration: 6 months (Expected 1-year engagement)
Interview Type: Webcam + Possible In-person follow-up
Senior-level Azure Cloud Architect responsible for:
- Advising on Azure architecture & security concerns (migrations, refactoring, design).
- Making recommendations for lift-and-shift and cloud-native migrations.
- Conducting proof-of-concept testing in Azure for architectural validation.
- Understanding COV, MSI, and connected third-party offerings.
- Performing Azure configurations in support of agency goals.
- Producing architecture documentation and technical position papers.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Skill Area | Description | Exp. |
|---|---|---|
Cloud Fundamentals | Deep understanding of core cloud concepts | 5+ yrs |
Cloud Strategy | Experience with single & multi-cloud architectures | 5+ yrs |
Azure Solution Design | End-to-end solution architecture aligning with business needs | 5+ yrs |
Azure Networking & Storage | Strong architectural expertise | 5+ yrs |
Azure Services | (Key Vault, Entra ID, etc.) | 5+ yrs |
App & Compute | Azure Functions, Web App/App Service, Containers, microservices, serverless | 5+ yrs |
Cloud Security | Zero-trust, segmentation, JIT access, conditional access | 5+ yrs |
Availability & Resilience | Designing for RPO/RTO objectives | 5+ yrs |
Documentation | Professional documentation & architecture papers | 5+ yrs |
Cloud Security Posture Management | Vulnerability management, encryption, perimeter defense | 5+ yrs |
DevOps | Azure DevOps, GitHub Enterprise Cloud | 5+ yrs |
Data Storage | SQL Server, Oracle, Cosmos DB | 5+ yrs |
On-Prem Architecture | Experience architecting on-prem solutions | 5+ yrs |
Communication | Ability to liaise with both business & technical teams | 5+ yrs |
Certification | Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert | 2+ yrs |
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