Azure Cloud Architect

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CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

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.

Only candidates not requiring sponsorship now or in the future will be considered.

What You’ll Do

• 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 ID, hybrid identity, conditional access, MFA, and PIM

• Implement Azure networking solutions, including VPN/ExpressRoute, 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 DevOps-driven infrastructure tools like Terraform, Bicep, Azure DevOps, and GitHub 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 PowerShell 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

What You'll Need

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

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

• Must be able to communicate with customers/team members over the phone and in person

• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings

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Reasonable accommodation statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected] or (888) 824 – 8111.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Computer Aid, Inc.(CAI) not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.