It Cloud Architect / Azure

A growing technology-driven organization is seeking an IT Cloud Architect to join its infrastructure team and lead enterprise cloud initiatives. This role will focus on designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud environments across Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform while ensuring security, scalability, and performance. The ideal candidate will bring deep cloud architecture expertise and help drive modern infrastructure strategies across the organization. 3 days per week onsite.

This is a highly visible opportunity to shape cloud strategy and influence the future direction of enterprise technology. The organization is looking for someone who can serve as both a hands-on architect and trusted advisor, helping teams modernize infrastructure, improve security, and adopt cloud best practices. You'll have the opportunity to work on complex projects, mentor technical teams, and leverage the latest cloud technologies while maintaining a healthy work-life balance and strong career growth path.

Required Skills & Experience

8+ years of IT infrastructure, systems engineering, or cloud architecture experience
Strong expertise with Microsoft Azure
Experience with AWS and/or Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)
Cloud migration and modernization experience
Strong understanding of networking, virtualization, storage, and cloud security concepts
Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, ARM Templates, or CloudFormation
Familiarity with DevOps methodologies and CI/CD pipelines
Strong understanding of Active Directory and Group Policy
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Desired Skills & Experience

Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certification
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Certification
Google Professional Cloud Architect Certification
Experience supporting NIST 800-171, CMMC, SOC-2, or similar compliance frameworks
Agile project delivery experience
Experience mentoring technical teams
Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

60% Microsoft Azure
20% AWS/Google Cloud Platform
10% Infrastructure as Code & Automation
10% Security & Governance

Daily Responsibilities

70% Hands On
10% Management Duties
20% Team Collaboration

The Offer

Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
401(k) with Employer Contribution
Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
Professional Development Opportunities
Training and Certification Support
Career Growth Opportunities

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.