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Looking for Azure Architect
Must be able to go Onsite for 3 Days/Week in Dallas, Texas/
End Client: Presidio
Job Description -
Azure Architect
Job Summary
The Azure Architect will design, implement, and oversee cloud-based solutions utilizing Microsoft Azure. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep expertise in cloud architecture to guide infrastructure modernization, application migration, and operational optimization in alignment with business goals. The Azure Architect will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the scalability, security, and efficiency of Azure-based systems while staying current with emerging cloud technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Cloud Architecture Design: Develop, maintain, and document comprehensive Azure cloud architecture strategies ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
- Solution Implementation: Lead deployment and configuration of Azure solutions including virtual networks, VMs, containers, storage, and application services.
- Migration Planning: Design and execute migration plans to transition legacy systems and applications to Azure, minimizing downtime and disruption.
- Security and Compliance: Implement security controls and ensure compliance with standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR).
- Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency of Azure resources.
- Collaboration: Work with developers, DevOps teams, and IT leadership to align Azure implementations with project requirements.
- Automation and Scripting: Build automation for provisioning, configuration management, and deployments using PowerShell, Terraform, Azure CLI, or similar tools.
- Disaster Recovery: Design and implement backup, DR, and business continuity solutions within Azure.
- Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of architectures, configurations, and processes.
- Training and Mentorship: Provide guidance and training to internal teams on Azure best practices.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's preferred).
Experience
- 7+ years in IT with at least 3 years focused on Azure cloud architecture and solutions.
- Proven experience in cloud migration and modernization projects.
- Strong background in infrastructure design, networking, and security.
Skills & Certifications
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (required). IF there any other a little junior level certificate of Azure that is also workable?
- Proficiency with Azure services: Azure AD, AKS, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Azure DevOps.
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates).
- Scripting: PowerShell, Python, or similar.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps principles.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking
- Attention to detail
- Proactive leadership
- Team collaboration
Logistics
Location: Dallas, TX (near airport) Hybrid (3 days onsite per week).
Duration: 12 month Contract-to-Hire.
Client: Presidio.
Mode of Interview: Skype.
Note: Personal identification document requests and other personal-data collection requirements mentioned in some communications have been omitted from this description.