Cloud Architect

CSV-TAUREAN; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud services company in Alexandria, Virginia seeks a Cloud Architect to design, deploy, and optimize secure cloud solutions. The role involves leading hybrid integrations with Azure and ensuring compliance with security standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and significant experience in cloud operations and infrastructure management. This position supports innovation and development in cloud technology.

Qualifications

• 8+ years IT experience.
• 5+ years cloud design/implementation.
• 3+ years hybrid cloud management with Azure.
• Active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage Azure-based cloud infrastructure.
• Integrate on-premises systems with hybrid cloud environments.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, Bicep).
• Lead cloud migration projects.
• Ensure compliance with security standards.

Skills

Hybrid cloud management

Cloud architecture & migration

Infrastructure as Code

DevOps integration

Cloud security & compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Azure Portal

Terraform

Azure DevOps

Kubernetes/AKS

Docker

Job description

Overview

The Cloud Architect designs, deploys, and optimizes secure cloud solutions. This role leads hybrid integration with Azure, supports migrations, and ensures compliance with security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage Azure-based cloud infrastructure.
• Integrate on-premises systems with hybrid cloud environments.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, Bicep).
• Lead cloud migration projects.
• Ensure compliance with security standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, or engineering.
• 8+ years IT experience.
• 5+ years cloud design/implementation.
• 3+ years hybrid cloud management with Azure.
• 3+ years enterprise-scale cloud operations.
• 2+ years Infrastructure as Code deployment.
• 2+ years cloud migration experience.
• Certifications: Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) or Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104); IAT Level II.
• Active Secret clearance.

Tools & Platforms

Azure Portal, ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform, Azure DevOps, Kubernetes/AKS, Docker, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Splunk, Azure Sentinel.

Core Competencies

Cloud architecture & migration, Infrastructure as Code automation, DevOps integration, cloud security & compliance, cost optimization.