Azure Cloud Architect

Job Title: Azure Cloud Architect (15+ Years Experience)

Location: Onsite (No Remote/Hybrid)

Employment Type: W2 Only

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Azure Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise-scale cloud solutions. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of overall IT experience with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, cloud architecture, infrastructure modernization, security, networking, automation, and cloud migration strategies.

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years of overall IT experience.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure.
• Strong expertise in Azure Architecture, Governance, and Security.
• Experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale cloud solutions.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Azure Virtual Networks (VNet)
  • Azure Landing Zones
  • Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
  • Azure App Services
  • Azure Storage
  • Azure Active Directory (Entra ID)
  • Azure Networking and Security
  • Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, Bicep).
• Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Experience migrating on-premises workloads to Azure.
• Knowledge of cloud security frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• Terraform Associate Certification
• Kubernetes Certifications (CKA/CKAD)

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and highly available Azure cloud architectures.
• Lead cloud migration and modernization initiatives.
• Establish cloud governance, security, and operational best practices.
• Architect Azure networking, identity, monitoring, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Collaborate with application, infrastructure, security, and DevOps teams.
• Develop architecture standards, technical documentation, and roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Drive automation and cloud optimization initiatives.

Work Authorization

• W2 Candidates Only
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Important Notes

• ONLY candidates with 15+ years of overall IT experience will be considered.
• Azure Solutions Architect certification is highly preferred.
• This is a 100% onsite role.
• Profiles with less than 15 years of experience will not be considered.