Senior Azure Cloud Architect: Security & Migration Lead

Quantum Technologies LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech consulting firm is seeking an experienced Azure Architect based in Richmond, Virginia. The role involves advising on Azure architecture, conducting security assessments, and recommending migration strategies. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in cloud solutions, strong communication skills, and familiarity with Azure services. A Microsoft Certification in Azure Solutions Architect is preferred. This position offers an equal opportunity work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cloud fundamentals.
• 5+ years in cloud strategies and implications.
• 5+ years in designing cloud solutions to meet business needs.
• 5+ years with Azure network and storage architectures.
• 5+ years with Azure Services like Key Vault, Entra ID.
• 5+ years with Azure Functions and server-less architecture.
• 5+ years demonstrating knowledge of cloud security principles.
• 5+ years architecting solutions for RPO and RTO objectives.
• Candidate should be able to write professional documentation.
• 5+ years in managing cloud-based security posture activities.
• 5+ years knowledge in DevOps and Azure DevOps.
• Experience with SQL Server and non-relational data storage.
• 5+ years as an on-premise architect.
• Strong communication skills required.
• Microsoft Certification in Azure Solutions Architect preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise on architecture and security concerns related to Azure.
• Make recommendations on migrations and cloud-native solutions.
• Conduct testing within Azure for architecture viability.
• Make configurations to support agency objectives.

Skills

Strong knowledge of cloud fundamentals

Knowledge of single and multi-cloud strategies

Knowledge in designing cloud solutions

Strong knowledge of Azure network and storage architectures

Experience with Azure Services

Knowledge of Azure Functions and micro-services architecture

Knowledge of cloud security principles

Experience architecting solutions that meet RPO and RTO objectives

Effective documentation writing

Experience managing cloud-based security posture activities

Knowledge in DevOps including Azure DevOps

Experience with data storage products

Experience as an on-premise architect

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Certification in Azure Solutions Architect

Job description

A leading tech consulting firm is seeking an experienced Azure Architect based in Richmond, Virginia. The role involves advising on Azure architecture, conducting security assessments, and recommending migration strategies. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in cloud solutions, strong communication skills, and familiarity with Azure services. A Microsoft Certification in Azure Solutions Architect is preferred. This position offers an equal opportunity work environment.