Azure Cloud Architect

Job Title :
Azure Cloud Architect
Location:
Long Beach, CA – Hybrid
Duration: 1+ year
Rate: $85-95/hr on W2 or $100-110/hr on 1099 or C2C

An onsite interview may be required

Location:

must be local to So Cal and willing to work hybrid in Long Beach, CA
Resumes should not exceed 4-pages
Azure certifications highly preferred

Candidate city and state must be added in the candidate record for consideration

Job Description
We are looking for an Azure Cloud Architect to augment the Infrastructure Operations team and assist with Azure cloud initiatives, including governance, security, monitoring, automation, and operational activities. This position will be Full-Time and Hybrid in Long Beach, California. This is a 12-month contract engagement.

• Design, implement, and support Azure infrastructure services in alignment with enterprise architecture and security standards
• Azure governance including Azure Policy, Management Groups, and compliance guardrails
• Manage Azure identity services, including Entra , hybrid identity, conditional access, MFA, and PIM
• Implement Azure networking solutions, including VPN/Express Route, hub-and-spoke topology, NSG, Private DNS zone, and VNets
• Support hybrid cloud connectivity and integration between on-premises and Azure
• Manage Microsoft D365 environments
• Leverage Dev Ops-driven infrastructure tools like Terraform, Bicep, Azure Dev Ops, and Git Hub Actions
• Drive automation, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and continuous optimization
• Manage microservices and containerization using ACS, AKS, Docker, or Kubernetes
• Develop scripts and automation workflows using Power Shell and/or Python
• Oversee Mobile Device Management (MDM) with tools such as Intune and Kandji
• Administer Microsoft M365/O365/Purview
• Utilize Microsoft security platforms, including Defender suites and Sentinel
• Perform cloud patch and vulnerability management
• Lead large-scale migrations to the cloud
• Troubleshoot and resolve Azure infrastructure, networking, identity, and security issues
• Manage cost optimization, budgeting, and forecasting for Azure services
• Evaluate cloud technologies, tools, and best practices to improve platform capabilities
• Plan and implement Backup, Disaster Recovery, and Business Continuity solutions in the cloud
• Support SDLC processes
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation

Required:

• 5+ years of experience in Azure
• Solid understanding of Azure’s Well-Architected Framework and Cloud Adoption Framework
• Strong experience in hybrid architectures
• Experience with AI/ML infrastructure and services, including Azure Foundry, AI Search, and APIM
• Familiarity with Zero Trust security principles
• Understanding of Mobile Device Management
• Experience with Serverless computing, including Azure Functions/Logic Apps

Preferred:

• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, or equivalent