Azure Architect

I am supporting a client that is looking for an Azure Architect on a 6+ month remote contract engagement. All interested please apply below.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead architectural discussions regarding various Azure services, making well-informed decisions.


• Design application security solutions to ensure a secure cloud environment.


• Contribute to application mapping and optimization initiatives.


• Analyze various Azure services, including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and standalone offerings.


• Evaluate cloud migration strategies, including lift-and-shift versus PaaS solutions, and participate in migration projects.


• Manage Azure software-defined networking.


• Develop and maintain comprehensive Azure architecture documentation.


• Administer Windows Server environments.


• Patch virtual machines across the entire tenant.


• Implement and oversee Azure and Entra ID security measures.


• Collaborate with stakeholders to align Azure solutions with business requirements.


• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in Azure technologies.


• Provide training and guidance to team members on Azure best practices.

Skills and Qualifications:
Required:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with the Azure cloud platform.


• Proficiency in Azure IaaS services, including virtual machines, storage accounts, and virtual networks.


• Strong understanding of traditional TCP/IP networking and experience with Azure software-defined networking, including network security groups, Azure Firewall, VPN Gateways, load balancers, Application Gateways, and Azure Front Door.


• Experience with one or more Azure PaaS compute offerings, such as App Services, AKS, or other Azure container services.


• Familiarity with Entra ID and related identity concepts, including conditional access, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and application registrations.


• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or Azure Bicep.


• Experience with DevOps CI/CD practices, including Azure DevOps Pipelines or GitHub Actions.


• Proficient in SQL Server and/or open-source databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL.


• Understanding of Azure Policy.


• Familiarity with Microsoft 365.


• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with clients.

Preferred:

• Experience with containerization and Kubernetes.


• Familiarity with landing zones.


• Experience with other major cloud platforms.


• Proficiency with Linux operating systems.