Cloud Architect

Texas, TX, US • Posted 2 days ago • Updated 13 hours ago
Contract W2
Contract Independent
On-site
$65.00 - $85.00/hr
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Skills

  • Information Security Governance
  • Operational Excellence
  • Migration
  • Access Control
  • RBAC
  • Identity Management
  • Management
  • Reporting
  • Onboarding
  • SaaS
  • Continuous Improvement
  • DevSecOps
  • Finance
  • Application Development
  • IT Management
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Google Cloud
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Cloud Architecture
  • Computer Networking
  • Kubernetes
  • Terraform
  • Scripting
  • Python
  • Windows PowerShell
  • Bash
  • Continuous Integration
  • Continuous Delivery
  • DevOps
  • Cloud Security
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • ISO/IEC 27001:2005
  • System On A Chip
  • HIPAA
  • PCI DSS
  • Enterprise Architecture
  • TOGAF
  • Analytics
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Machine Learning (ML)
  • Cloud Computing
  • Optimization
  • Communication
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Leadership
  • Collaboration
  • Mentorship
  • Analytical Skill
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Problem Solving
  • Innovation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Mapping

Summary

Cloud Architect
On-Site role
Compensation: $60-80
ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Client is seeking a Cloud Architect to lead the definition, design, implementation, and governance of cloud strategies across public, private, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments. This role provides technical leadership in cloud architecture, infrastructure, security, governance, automation, AI enablement, and operational excellence. The Cloud Architect ensures cloud solutions are scalable, secure, resilient, cost-effective, and aligned with business and technology objectives. You will be responsible for developing and executing cloud adoption, modernization, and migration strategies, establishing governance frameworks, and promoting automation and Infrastructure as Code practices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft Azure (with additional experience in AWS or Google Cloud Platform as a plus), strong knowledge of cloud security, identity, and compliance, and a proven track record in hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Key competencies include enterprise architecture design, strategic planning, cloud governance, DevOps, and leadership. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and compliant cloud solutions aligned with business objectives.
WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Design and implement scalable, highly available, resilient, and secure cloud architectures
  • Develop and execute cloud adoption, modernization, and migration strategies
  • Define cloud governance frameworks, standards, policies, and architectural best practices
  • Establish Infrastructure as Code (IaC) standards and promote automation across cloud environments
  • Architect hybrid and multi-cloud solutions supporting enterprise workloads
  • Design and implement cloud identity and access management (IAM) strategies, including role-based access control (RBAC), privileged access management (PAM), identity federation, and identity governance
  • Develop cloud security architectures using Zero Trust principles and ensure compliance with organizational, regulatory, and industry standards
  • Create, maintain, and enforce cloud guardrails, policies, management groups, subscription/account structures, resource organization, tagging standards, and compliance reporting
  • Define governance and technical pathways for AI adoption, including onboarding new AI services across cloud platforms and SaaS solutions
  • Evaluate emerging cloud technologies, AI capabilities, and platform services to drive innovation and continuous improvement
  • Optimize cloud spending through FinOps practices, cost governance, and resource optimization
  • Design and enable CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and DevSecOps practices
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate cloud-related risks, including security, compliance, operational, resiliency, vendor, and financial risks
  • Collaborate with infrastructure, security, application development, data, and business teams to deliver cloud solutions that meet enterprise objectives
  • Provide technical leadership, architecture guidance, and mentorship to engineering and operations teams
WHAT YOU BRING

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 8+ years of progressive IT experience, including 3-5 years designing and implementing cloud solutions
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure; AWS and/or Google Cloud Platform experience is a plus
  • Strong understanding of cloud architecture patterns, networking, and distributed systems
  • Experience designing and supporting hybrid and multi-cloud environments
  • Experience with containerization technologies and Kubernetes
  • Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, Bicep)
  • Experience with scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.)
  • Experience designing and supporting CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
  • Strong understanding of cloud security, identity, governance, and compliance
  • Cloud certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Google Professional Cloud Architect) preferred
  • Knowledge of security and compliance frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI DSS, etc.)
  • Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF) preferred
  • Experience with enterprise data platforms, analytics, and AI/ML services is a plus
  • Familiarity with cloud monitoring, observability, and logging platforms
  • Experience implementing FinOps governance and cloud cost optimization strategies
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Leadership, collaboration, and mentoring abilities
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Continuous learning and innovation mindset
  • Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
  • Strategic planning and technology road mapping skills
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Company Info

About Brooksource

Here at Brooksource, relationships are at the center of everything we do. Since 2000, we have established and maintained long-lasting relationships with our clients and consultants to create an unparalleled experience. Brooksource is a trusted services provider that specializes in delivering Engineering and IT solutions for Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our Workforce Transformation program. As a certified partner for Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, and many other technology alliances, we are looking for professionals who want to be on the frontline of the latest trends in the industry.

We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement consultant opportunities, to provide a career path that can meet anyone's desires. The job search is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone! We know a successful partnership requires a good fit. Your personality, experience, and skill set are all important, contributing factors to that partnership. You can count on us to take the time to understand the type of technical and cultural fit that is right for you. As a Brooksource consultant, you will be provided with a comprehensive benefits plan, competitive compensation, and even paid time off!

Cyber Security Warning: Please be aware that all official Brooksource communications will ONLY come from emails displayed as [name]@brooksource.com. The use of any other domains is NOT an official Brooksource employee and could be fraudulent.

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits & Perks: 

Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc. 

 Pay Disclaimer: 

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Partnerships:

  • Gold Microsoft Partner – Cloud Platform
  • Gold Microsoft Partner – Data Analytics
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Platform
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Security
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Application Development
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Center
  • AWS Partner
  • Salesforce Partner
  • Salesforce – Authorized Training Provider
  • Salesforce Talent Alliance Employer
  • Tableau Services Partner
  • Snowflake Partner
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Services Partner

Awards (Extended):

  • Best Places to Work 2022, Charlotte Business Journal, 2022
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2021
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2020
  • Best Places to Work in Charlotte (#8 Small Business), Charlotte Business Journal, 2019
  • 2019 Best Places Work in Kentucky, Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2019
  • Top Workplaces, Indy Star, 2019
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2019
  • Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation, Best & Brightest, 2018
  • Top Work Places, Indy Star, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2018
  • Best Places to Work in Kentucky (Small/Medium), Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management State Council and the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2018
  • Milwaukee’s 2018 Best And Brightest Companies To Work For, Milwaukee's Best and Brightest Place to Work, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2017
  • Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2016
  • Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2016
  • Top Workplaces, The Indianapolis Star, 2016
  • Top Workplaces, Indianapolis Star, 2015
  • Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2015
  • Best Places to Work Atlanta, Atlanta Business Chronicle, 2014
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