Remote Azure Cloud Architect: Secure, Scalable Solutions

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG); Frederick (MD); Remote; USD 110,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Solutions Architect to design and govern Azure cloud architectures for a VA-focused program. This remote, full-time role requires strong Azure skills, security governance, and experience delivering scalable cloud solutions.

You will collaborate with business development and technical teams, mentor staff, and ensure proposals meet customer requirements, timelines, and cost constraints while aligning with enterprise standards.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, deploying, and managing Azure infrastructure and services.
• Proven ability to design secure, scalable Azure cloud solutions for enterprise needs.
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA/GDPR/PCI DSS and cloud governance practices.
• Proficient scripting in Python/PowerShell; familiarity with Azure CLI.
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps in Azure environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead Azure architecture for secure, scalable, and highly available solutions.
• Collaborate with BD, capture, and proposal teams to craft winning proposals.
• Mentor engineers and developers on cloud standards and governance.
• Design, implement, and govern Azure cloud architectures aligned with standards.
• Coordinate staffing for pre-bid and proposal activities and estimates.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise objectives and risk parameters.

Skills

Azure cloud architecture

Azure security

DevOps & CI/CD

Python scripting

PowerShell

Azure CLI

Monitoring & observability

Networking (VNet, ExpressRoute)

Automation & scripting

Security compliance (HIPAA, GDPR, PCI)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / related technical discipline

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes / AKS

Azure DevOps

Azure Portal / ARM templates

Azure Monitor / Log Analytics

Azure Key Vault

Job description

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Solutions Architect to design and govern Azure cloud architectures for a VA-focused program. This remote, full-time role requires strong Azure skills, security governance, and experience delivering scalable cloud solutions.

You will collaborate with business development and technical teams, mentor staff, and ensure proposals meet customer requirements, timelines, and cost constraints while aligning with enterprise standards.