Azure Cloud SME: Transformation & Security Architect

Independent Software, Inc.; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Software, Inc. is seeking a Subject Matter Expert Azure Cloud Engineer to guide enterprise cloud transformations across Azure and Microsoft 365. You will shape strategy, oversee secure, compliant environments, and partner with technical teams and leadership.

The role requires hands-on architecture of secure Azure ecosystems, migrations, and governance, with emphasis on Zero Trust, DLP, and Purview. A current Azure certification and active TS SCI with Polygraph are required.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one current Microsoft Azure certification.
• Active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph is required.
• Experience leading large-scale cloud transformations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define enterprise-wide cloud strategies for Azure infrastructure and Microsoft 365 integration.
• Lead full lifecycle cloud transformation initiatives from planning to sustainment.
• Architect secure Azure environments using AKS, Synapse, Logic Apps, and Sentinel.
• Direct Microsoft 365 migrations including cross-tenant and hybrid environments.
• Implement Zero Trust, DLP, identity protection, and Purview compliance solutions.
• Collaborate with leadership to align cloud solutions with business objectives.
• Evaluate emerging Azure/M365 tech to improve capabilities.
• Establish and enforce cloud governance and standards across Azure and M365.
• Represent cloud engineering in audits and executive planning.

Skills

Azure Cloud

Cloud architecture

Security governance

M365 migrations

Zero Trust

Audits & reviews

Tools

AKS

Azure Synapse

Logic Apps

Microsoft Sentinel

Job description

Independent Software, Inc. is seeking a Subject Matter Expert Azure Cloud Engineer to guide enterprise cloud transformations across Azure and Microsoft 365. You will shape strategy, oversee secure, compliant environments, and partner with technical teams and leadership.

The role requires hands-on architecture of secure Azure ecosystems, migrations, and governance, with emphasis on Zero Trust, DLP, and Purview. A current Azure certification and active TS SCI with Polygraph are required.