Azure Architect

Role: Azure Solutions Architect

Location: Plano, Texas (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite per week)

Duration: 6-12 Months (Strong possibility of extension)

Our client is immediately seeking a highly skilled and experienced Azure Solutions Architect to lead the design, implementation, and management of their Microsoft Azure cloud environment. This role focuses on application-driven cloud architecture primarily, rather than infrastructure management and requires strong consultative, strategic, and hands-on technical capabilities.

You will collaborate closely with executive stakeholders, Microsoft, and vendor partners to ensure that the Azure environment is secure, resilient, scalable, cost-optimized, and aligned with business objectives.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven experience managing Microsoft Azure environments at a senior or leadership level.

Strong expertise in:

• Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• CI/CD pipelines and Azure DevOps
• Azure networking, storage, AD, and security
• Disaster Recovery (Commvault preferred)
• SharePoint, Office 365, and Microsoft cloud ecosystem
• Familiarity with cloud deployment models (public and private).
• Demonstrated understanding of Azure cost optimization and performance tuning.
• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, Solutions Architect) strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication, planning, and executive presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple initiatives, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment

What you will be doing:

Cloud Architecture & Engineering

• Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-based services within Microsoft Azure and Office 365 environments.
• Complete and optimize Disaster Recovery (DR) configuration with Commvault.
• Drive security configurations per Microsoft recommendations, including decommissioning Alert Logic WAF and transitioning public endpoints to private access.
• Align solutions with the Microsoft Well-Architected Framework.
• Advance DevSecOps maturity and establish robust CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Lead IaC (Infrastructure as Code) initiatives using Terraform to deploy and manage Azure environments.
• Implement automation scripts and frameworks for Azure resource provisioning and management.
• Manage Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and governance, compliance, and cost management strategies.
• Build and test disaster recovery and backup strategies to ensure resiliency and business continuity.

Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as a consultative advisor to executive stakeholders and Microsoft partners.
• Lead a team of cloud engineers and administrators, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and present cloud roadmaps to achieve a secure, stable, and optimized Azure environment.
• Review SOWs and vendor deliverables for completeness and accuracy.
• Engage directly with C-level leadership for strategic planning and executive reporting.

Security, Compliance & Monitoring

• Implement security policies, controls, and identity management (IAM, MFA, SSO).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Manage Azure network security, including VPNs, firewalls, and endpoint protection.
• Use Azure Monitor to track performance, health, and cost metrics.
• Conduct security audits, risk assessments, and vulnerability testing.

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule: 2-3 days per week onsite in Plano, TX. Must be available for in-person collaboration, vendor meetings, and executive presentations.

Expected Outcomes

• Azure tenant is secure, resilient, stable, cost-efficient, and compliant with Microsoft Well-Architected Framework standards.
• DR and backup solutions are fully implemented, tested, and documented.
• Cloud operations and DevSecOps practices are standardized and automated.

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental and Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Savings Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying; no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation Policy. Applicants are encouraged to make accommodation needs known in advance.

***This role does not allow for C2C consultants. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship***