Job Title : Azure Architect
Location : Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Clearance : Secret
Job Description
- Design and architect robust Azure Government cloud infrastructures, including virtual networks, subnets, firewall rules, and VM configurations, to meet project requirements for scalability, high availability, and security
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of Azure Databricks, Azure Domain Transfer (ADT), and use of Kubernetes
- Use Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or Azure Resource Manager / Bicep templates) to provision and manage cloud resources
- Enable consistent environmental builds across development, staging, and production in compliance with FedRAMP deployment processes
- Integrate identity and access management (Azure AD, RBAC) into the infrastructure design
- Ensure least-privilege access to resources and implement multi-factor authentication and role segregation in line with NIST SP 800-53 controls
- Incorporate government security standards (DISA STIGs, CIS benchmarks) when configuring OS images and network settings
- Ensure data protections such as encryption at rest / in transit (using Azure Key Vault and SSL / TLS) are in place
- Plan and implement network connectivity (ExpressRoute or VPN) and cross-domain solutions if needed
- Link Azure Secret or on‑premises environment, carefully managing data flows to maintain compliance with classified network policies
- Lead technical decision‑making and peer reviews for architecture changes
- Create detailed design documentation and diagrams
- Guide engineering teams on best practices for cloud resource utilization and cost optimization
Software Developer Expert Requirements and Qualifications
Secret Clearance to startBachelor's degree in computer science or relevant field; master's degree or equivalent professional experience is preferredComprehensive knowledge of corporate Systems / Solutions Architecture processes and trends Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skillsExperience with software development cyclesKnowledge of Ansible and PowerShell DSCExpert knowledge of programming languages and technologies, including Python, Java, PHP, Apex, Drupal, SharePoint, Atlassian, GitLab, .NET, Salesforce, Docker and Containers, NGINX, Postgres, Ruby on RailsRequired Technical Skills
Cloud experience in Azure / Cloud.govHands‑on experience with navigating Microsoft’s Azure Platform, Azure CLI, Terraform / BicepDevelop a data strategy vision for users with high‑end analytical needs by conducting technical briefings, prototyping, road mapping, and creating architecture diagrams. This involves building a data platform that supports data flows / pipelines, Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) / Extract, Load and Transform (ELT) and orchestration, data lake / data warehousing, geospatial analysis and services, big data query and analysis. Furthermore, support stakeholder activities using popular languages, tools, packages, and Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning frameworks within on‑premise or cloud environments.Supports program with Fin‑Ops initiatives focusing on optimization and efficiency, automation, utilizing industry best practices, integrating data and infrastructure security in all components of the architecture and fostering strong stakeholder relationshipsWorks independently under limited supervisionNetwork Architecture : Active Directory, Load traffic management (Load balancers), WAF (Web Application Firewall) Systems / Solutions Architect Desired ExperienceVisio experience and other analytics and reporting tools as desired by the customerKnowledge of Service Now and other IT Operations ManagementExperience
10 years of relevant experiencemay vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degreeExperience using MS Visio for updating diagramsExperience working in Federal or State government environmentsAbility to work independently and remotelyCertifications
Azure Solutions ArchitectAzure FundamentalsAzure Data EngineerAzure SecurityCISSPTravel Required
Location : Onsite 3 days a week minimum at customer location.
US Citizenship
U.S. Citizenship required
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
[ATR is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) who will provide equal employment opportunity to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family structure, genetic information, or mental or physical disability]
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