Azure Cloud Architect

Position: Azure Cloud Architect

Client: Direct Client via AAA Global Tech (Implementation Partner)

Location: Richmond, VA, United States (Hybrid)

Duration: Long-Term

Experience Required: 12 Years

Start Date: ASAP

Job Description:

The Azure Cloud Architect will advise on cloud strategy, architecture, security, and migration planning. This role involves working on both lift-and-shift and cloud-native migrations, designing secure and scalable cloud environments, and ensuring optimal use of Azure services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on Azure architecture, migrations (refactor vs lift-and-shift), and security.
• Conduct MVP testing to demonstrate architectural solutions.
• Recommend strategies involving COV, MSI, and third-party offerings.
• Implement Azure service configurations aligned with agency objectives.
• Draft and maintain professional technical documentation.
• Adhere to confidentiality standards (NDA required).

Must-Have Skills:

Skill | Experience

Cloud fundamentals & strategies (multi-cloud, hybrid) | 5 years

Azure networking, storage, and core services | 5 years

Azure Functions, Web Apps, Containers, Serverless | 5 years

Cloud security principles (Zero Trust, JIT, segmentation) | 5 years

RPO/RTO-based architecture planning | 5 years

Documentation (technical papers, diagrams, architecture) | 5 years

Cloud-based security posture & remediation | 5 years

DevOps experience (Azure DevOps, GitHub Enterprise) | 5 years

SQL Server, Oracle, Cosmos DB (relational/non-relational) | 5 years

On-premise architecture experience | 5 years

Communication with technical & non-technical stakeholders | Strong

Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Certification | Mandatory