Cloud Architect & Migration Lead

Blockchain Technologies. LLC; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Jackson, Mississippi, is seeking an experienced professional to lead the cloud migration framework, ensuring security and scalability. Responsibilities include designing architecture and coordinating with stakeholders throughout the migration phases. Ideal candidates will hold Azure certifications, as well as project management credentials. Strong skills in hybrid cloud design and communication are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate.
• CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional.
• PMP - Project Management Professional.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and design of the cloud migration framework.
• Develop architecture, network, and security design documents.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to align project deliverables.
• Oversee migration phases from discovery to production cutover.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and validation of workloads.
• Manage project timelines and risks.
• Facilitate training and knowledge transfer sessions.

Skills

Strong understanding of Azure IaaS, PaaS, and networking architecture

Expertise in hybrid cloud design, ExpressRoute, and AVS integration

Proven leadership and stakeholder management experience

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

• Lead the architecture and design of the cloud migration framework, ensuring security, scalability, and cost optimization.
• Develop detailed architecture, network, and security design documents.
• Coordinate with client stakeholders and internal technical teams to align project deliverables.
• Oversee all migration phases discovery, assessment, landing zone design, and production cutover.
• Conduct quality assurance checks, testing, and validation of migrated workloads.
• Manage project timelines, risks, and deliverables in alignment with contract milestones.
• Facilitate training and knowledge transfer sessions post-migration.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• PMP - Project Management Professional
• Bachelor s or Master s in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Key Skills

• Strong understanding of Azure IaaS, PaaS, and networking architecture
• Expertise in hybrid cloud design, ExpressRoute, and AVS integration
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management experience
• Excellent communication and documentation skills

BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGIES LLC is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability and veterans, (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGIES LLC will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGIES LLC require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract