Azure Cloud Architect

Job Overview
iHealth Innovative Solutions (iHealth), Is a small SBA certified health information technology organization located in the heart of Washington, DC. Our focus is on bringing the gap between healthcare and technology. We do this by leveraging best of breed solutions to address complex problems, that can not only deliver remarkable cost saving outcomes, but also accelerate discoveries using health intelligence and analytics, unique project management expertise, application development, cloud technology support, electronic healthcare records management, and state of the art cyber security detection solutions

Duties

• The Azure Cloud Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure solutions using Microsoft Azure. This position is part of the Information Technology group and will work as part of the existing Engineering team. The role is to migrate existing servers and applications to the Azure cloud, design and build infrastructure using Azure services for new applications. Entra ID and Defender experience is a huge plus

• Design and deploy scalable Azure cloud solutions tailored to client needs.
• Manage and optimize Microsoft 365 environments, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
• Proven ability and initiative to learn and research new concepts, ideas and technologies quickly.
• Proficiency in Azure networking concepts (e.g., Virtual Networks, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway).
• Strong knowledge of identity and access management in Azure (e.g., Azure AD, RBAC).
• Experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines for deploying and managing applications.
• Understanding of Azure security features, encryption methods, and compliance standards.
• Experience conducting proof-of-concept, developing prototyping and building reference models.
• Excellent MS office (M365) skills including Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and MS Project or similar project management software tools.
• Experience in strategic planning, risk management and/or change management.
• Additional understanding of other cybersecurity practices, such as encryption, identity and access management (IAM), network security, vulnerability management, and incident response
• Design and implement secure cloud architectures, ensuring adherence to industry standards and overall best practices
• Stay up to date on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies in cloud security; recommend plans of action to respond and adapt to changing landscape
• Develop documentation and training for cloud and developer security

Experience

• Proven experience in solution architecture with a strong understanding of software development lifecycles.
• Proficiency in using tools like Jenkins for continuous integration and deployment.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly OpenStack, is highly desirable.
• Experience with configuration management tools such as Chef is a plus.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards, including FedRAMP, is beneficial.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to vaticinate future trends in technology and architecture.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience as an Azure Cloud Engineer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 and MSP operations.
• Proficiency in cloud architecture, deployment, and management.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certification (Preferred)
• 9 years of experience in client facing roles that require a high degree of consultative and solutioning skills

Join us in shaping the future of technology through innovative software solutions!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Azure: 7 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC 20037 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20037

Salary : $125,000 - $145,000