Cloud Architect

Management Solutions International MSI; Doha; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Doha is seeking a Cloud Solutions Architect with extensive experience in designing and implementing secure cloud infrastructures on Azure or GCP. Candidates should have strong skills in cloud strategy and best practices, with a minimum of 8 years in IT and certifications in cloud architecture. This role includes automation, compliance management, and performance monitoring responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of work experience in IT.
• 6+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Certifications in any 2 of the following: Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect, Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect, Cloud Computing Professional (CCP), AWS Certified Solutions Architect.

Responsibilities

• Design a secure and scalable cloud infrastructure on Azure or GCP.
• Implement infrastructure as code tools to automate provisioning.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and data privacy laws.
• Manage and configure system resources for optimal performance.

Skills

Designing and implementing cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Microsoft Enterprise systems

Cloud Virtualization management

Cloud Strategy

Security Best Practices

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Bachelor of Information Technology

Bachelor of Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Google Cloud Platform

Job description

Systems Delivery :

• Design a secure and scalable cloud infrastructure on either Azure or GCP, leveraging services like computing, storage, networking, and databases.
• Choose appropriate cloud services based on performance, cost, and application needs.
• Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates and Google Cloud Deployment Manager to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration.
• Consider cost optimization, scalability, security, and compliance when designing the cloud architecture.

Communication / Documentation :

• Implement robust security measures to protect cloud resources from unauthorized access and cyberattacks.
• Configure access controls, identity and access management (IAM), and encryption for data at rest and in transit.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and data privacy laws.
• Develop and implement processes for monitoring cloud infrastructure performance and health.

Problem Solving :

• Perform regular maintenance tasks to ensure system stability and prevent downtime.
• Manage and configure system resources for optimal performance, scalability, and security.
• Proactively identify and troubleshoot issues within the cloud environment.
• Automate routine tasks and monitoring processes for increased efficiency.

8+ years of work experience in IT and

6+ years of experience in a similar role.

Education :

• Bachelor of Engineering
• Bachelor of Information Technology
• Bachelor of Computer Science

Certifications in any 2 of the following :

• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect
• Cloud Computing Professional (CCP) from the Cloud Credential Council (CCC)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Required Skillset :

• Designing and implementing cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Microsoft Enterprise systems
• Microsoft and Google Cloud administration
• Azure and Google Native Security and Network services
• Cloud Virtualization management and High availability management.
• Cloud Strategy, Solution Design, Security Best Practices