Azure Cloud Security Architect Remote

Position Overview / Responsibilities Architect, design, deploy, and manage Azure Gov IaaS, SaaS, and PaaS services and solutions. Implement and maintain Azure Gov Cloud tenant, including migrating workloads from on-premises (VMware) to the cloud. Ensure alignment of project designs with architectural vision. Conduct analysis, design, and implementation of infrastructure and cloud data center solutions. Design and support hybrid cloud solutions. Communicate and implement architectural vision across teams. Provide technical leadership on complex projects. Develop and manage a cloud strategy, including cost management. Implement tagging strategies for cost rebilling, reporting, and compliance. Proficient in core Microsoft technologies and services. Design, build, upgrade, and decommission various Windows and Linux systems, features, and services including but not limited to: Active Directory (Azure AD) Azure Storage (Blob, Files, Disks) App Services BCDR (Azure Backup, Azure Site Recovery, Recovery Vaults) Networking (vNets, Subnets, Express Route) Virtual Machines Liaise with third-party suppliers to resolve issues. Create supporting documentation for diverse audiences. Knowledge of RESTful API, Web Services, XML, JSON. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science. The equivalent combination of education and successful work experience (10 years) and Microsoft Azure Certification in specialized areas is required.