Senior Cloud Architect: Azure & M365 SME

EOA Technologies

Fort Meade (MD)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

EOA Technologies is seeking a Senior SME Cloud Engineer to lead Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud initiatives for a U.S. Government customer. The role focuses on strategic guidance, secure, scalable architectures, and governance across mission-critical systems.

Responsibilities include enterprise cloud strategy, end-to-end cloud transformation, M365 migrations, and zero-trust security implementations, with audits and leadership reviews supporting cloud governance.

Qualifications

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.
Two cloud certifications beyond fundamentals in Azure or AWS.
Bachelor's degree required.
12+ years of experience required.

Responsibilities

Define enterprise-wide cloud strategy encompassing Azure infrastructure, M365 service integration, and operational resilience.
Lead full lifecycle cloud transformation initiatives including planning, design, execution, and sustainment.
Architect secure Azure solutions with AKS, Synapse, Logic Apps, and Sentinel.
Direct enterprise-level M365 migrations (cross-tenant, government cloud, or hybrid Exchange).
Drive implementation of zero-trust security, data loss prevention (DLP), identity protection, and Purview compliance features.
Consult with business and technical leadership to align cloud solutions with strategic objectives.
Evaluate and integrate emerging Azure and M365 technologies into existing environments.
Establish policies, standards, and governance frameworks for both Azure and M365 operations.
Represent cloud interests during audits, technical reviews, and C-level planning sessions.