We are seeking a Solutions Architect - Azure to lead the technical scoping and implementation of Azure based designs for Managed and Non-Managed Service Clients. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience designing or implementing technical requirements for Azure, a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field, and professional certification in Azure required (AZ-104).
Requirements
- Develop comprehensive solution architectures that meet business requirements and align with the client’s technology strategy.
- Provide technical guidance and leadership throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring best practices and industry standards are followed.
- Actively participate in continuing education of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and improve solution offerings.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, including business leaders, product managers, and IT teams, to define and deliver effective solutions.
- Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and vendors to support the design and delivery of solutions related to Azure requirements.
- Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with the architecture and design of solutions.
- Ensure solutions comply with relevant regulations, standards, and policies, such as CMMC and NIST frameworks.
- In collaboration with the NOC and Project team to create and maintain architectural documents, diagrams, and other artifacts that clearly articulate the solution's design and components.
- Optimize solutions for performance, scalability, and reliability to meet the demands of the business.
- Design security controls and manage documentation for all systems handling CUI, including email, FTP, content management platforms, cloud platforms, project collaboration tools, and more.
- Participate in pre-sales activities such as qualification meetings and scoping conversations.
- Create sales proposals and sales presentations to assist with Azure projects and managed services opportunities.
- Stay updated with the latest revisions of Azure publications.
Benefits
- Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
- Nine (9) paid holidays annually
- Comprehensive wellness program
- Flexible work arrangements
- Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
- HSA employer contribution
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days.
- Tuition reimbursement
- Generous employee referral bonus program
- Client referral bonus program
- Pet insurance
- FORCE – Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.
