Azure Cloud Architect

Job Title :

Azure Cloud Architect

Location : Richmond, VA

Duration : 6 months

Interview Process :

Both Web Cam and In Person Interview

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE / DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Azure Architect will be advising agency on architecture and security concerns associated with Azure including in-place migrations / refactoring.

Architect will need to make recommendations on lift and shift and on-premise to cloud native migrations.

Architect will need to make recommendations with refactoring within Azure environment.

Architect will need to conduct testing within Azure to show minimal viable product of an architecture.

Architect will need to understand available offerings from COV, MSI and other connected parties.

Architect will make configurations to Azure in support of agency-level objectives. Configurations will be primarily to Azure-based services.

Architect will need to sign Non-Disclosure Agreement.

Top Skills & Years of Experience

Required / Desired Skills

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

Strong knowledge of cloud fundamentals

Required

Years

Knowledge of single and multi-cloud strategies and implications

Required

Years

Knowledge and experience in designing cloud solutions encapsulating all aspects of design that meet business requirements.

Required

Years

Strong knowledge and experience with Azure network and storage architectures

Required

Years

Strong knowledge and experience with Azure Services (examples Azure Key Vault, Entra ID, etc.)

Required

Years

Strong knowledge and experience with Azure Functions, Azure Web App / App Service, Containers, micro-services architecture and server-less architecture.

Required

Years

Demonstrated knowledge of cloud security principles including zero-trust, network segmentation, just-in-time access, conditional access etc.

Required

Years

Knowledge of availability options. Demonstrated experience architecting solutions that meet RPO and RTO objectives in Azure.

Required

Years

Effective documentation writing. Candidate should be able to write professional documentation including position papers, architecture documentation a

Required

Years

Experience in managing cloud-based security posture activities including vulnerability remediation, perimeter defense architecture, encryption in tran

Required

Years

Knowledge and experience in DevOps including Azure DevOps and GitHub Enterprise Cloud.

Required

Years

Knowledge and experience in data storage products like SQL Server, Oracle. Knowledge of non-relational data storage products like Cosmos DB.

Required

Years

Experience as a on-premise architect 5+ years

Required

Years

Strong communication skills. Candidate should be able to effectively communicate with technical and business staff.

Required

Years

Microsoft Certification in Azure Solutions Architect (Pls upload cert under reference tab)

Required

Years

Recruiter Details :

Name : Ananya at gsksolutions dot com

Contact : Eight three two-Nine nine zero-Two four two seven

About US :

GSK Solutions Inc. is a premier information technology services company dedicated to delivering exceptional consulting solutions and staff augmentation to our valued clients. With an unwavering commitment to quality, timeliness, and budgetary considerations, we consistently strive to exceed client expectations, building a strong reputation through our reliable execution. Our expertise spans commercial and custom product development, covering information security, software development, consulting, and IT audits. We excel in managing critical, time-sensitive projects for Fortune 500 clients nationwide, ensuring their success is always at the forefront of our mission.