Remote Azure Solutions Architect: Cloud, Security & Scale

Syms Strategic Group, LLC; Oklahoma City (OK); Remote; USD 110,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking an experienced Azure cloud architect to lead secure, scalable cloud solutions for government-focused projects. You will collaborate across BD, capture, and proposal teams, designing architectures that meet stringent requirements while controlling costs.

The role emphasizes hands-on Azure expertise, governance, and cross-functional leadership to drive winning bids and compliant implementations.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and deploying Azure infrastructure and services.
• Experience with large-scale, high-availability, and scalable cloud architecture.
• Proficient in scripting with Python and PowerShell; familiar with Azure CLI.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS, and related standards for cloud environments.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain Public Trust (MBI).

Responsibilities

• Leverage domain expertise to understand customer requirements for proposals.
• Lead development of complete solutions that meet requirements and competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with BD, capture, proposal teams to optimize solutions and estimates.
• Coordinate staffing for Pre-Bid and Proposal activities and assigning personnel.
• Design, implement, and govern secure, scalable Azure cloud architectures aligned to standards.

Skills

Azure cloud architecture

High availability design

DevOps practices

Scripting (Python, PowerShell)

Cost management

Stakeholder communication

Mentoring engineers

Cloud security governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Cloud Engineering, or related

Tools

Azure Virtual Machines

Azure Storage

Azure SQL Database

Azure Virtual Network (VNet)

Azure Functions

Azure AD / Entra ID

ARM templates

Azure Monitor

Azure DNS

Azure DDoS Protection

Azure Firewall

Defender for Cloud

Web Application Firewall (WAF)

VNet Peering

ExpressRoute

VPN Gateway

Private Link

AKS / Azure Container Apps / ACI

Azure Cosmos DB

Azure Synapse / Data Lake Storage

Azure Cost Management

Job description

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking an experienced Azure cloud architect to lead secure, scalable cloud solutions for government-focused projects. You will collaborate across BD, capture, and proposal teams, designing architectures that meet stringent requirements while controlling costs.

The role emphasizes hands-on Azure expertise, governance, and cross-functional leadership to drive winning bids and compliant implementations.