Azure, Azure Stack HCI Senior Consultant

  • Austin, TX
  • Posted 45 days ago | Updated 7 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Root cause analysis
Hyper-V
Project management
Cloud security
Enterprise architecture
Cloud computing
Cloud architecture
Business management
Load balancing
IT service management
Microsoft Azure
HCI
Apex
Virtualization
Facilitation
Design
Documentation
Presentations
Leadership
Collaboration
Spectrum
Microsoft
IaaS
Backup
Recovery
Windows PowerShell
Computer networking
Microsoft SCCM
Management
Migration
CommVault
Clustering
SDN
Hypervisor
VMware
Web portals
Orchestration
IDS
IPS
Network
Transformation
SAP BASIS
Law
Innovation
Training
Recruiting

Job Details

Job#: 2020077

Job Description:

Apex Systems is looking to hire a remote Azure Senior Consultant. If interested please reach out to Jacqueline at
You will:
Contribute to the development of customer cloud and virtualization strategies, while facilitating design discussion around proposed architecture
Be responsible for serving as a project lead, drive high quality delivery experience for customers including excellent documentation, oral and presentation skills
Understand the customers strategic goals, business, and technology challenges quickly and guide the customer to adopt modern cloud and virtualization solutions
Lead the assessment, design and implementation of Azure / Azure Stack HCI environments
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex issues related to Azure / Azure Stack HCI environments, conducting root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions, and delivering continuous support to uphold the stability and performance of these environments.
Assist organizations in establishing near term goals and prioritize milestones for their cloud and virtualization program. Factoring in the people, process, and technology aspects of the proposed architecture solution
Collaborate with a broad spectrum of customer stakeholders that own a shared Cloud, Security, Enterprise Architecture, and Virtualization responsibility
Essential Requirements
8+ Years' experience implementing and supporting Microsoft cloud services, specifically: Azure IaaS, Azure Monitoring Services, Azure Backup Services, or Azure Site Recovery Services
2 Years' experience with Microsoft Hyper-V, PowerShell, and Virtual Networking,
Experience as an Azure Admin working with: Azure AD, Azure MECM (formerly SCCM), Azure Update Management, and Migrating workloads into Azure or Azure Stack HCI environments using Carbonite or Azure Migrate or Commvault
Knowledge of design or implementation of on-premises Private Clouds, including any of the following: Azure Stack HCI Stretched Clustering or Azure Stack SDN
Advanced knowledge of performing architecture reviews of re-platforming from one (1) Hypervisor platform (e.g., VMware) to Azure Stack HCI
Knowledge of repatriating workloads from one (1) Hyperscaler to Azure Stack HCI
Extensive working knowledge across five (5) of the following cloud architecture layers; Business Management, Self-Service Portal, Orchestration, Container, Integration with Hyperscalers, Hyperconverged platforms, and Networking (e.g., Micro-segmentation, Containerized Networking, Federation, IDS/IPs, Network Sandboxing, and Global Advanced Load Balancing)
Desirable Requirements
Microsoft certifications preferred - Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-303 and Z-304, or AZ305), any other Azure certifications would be an advantage
Passion for being a true "consultant", driving change and transformation

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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