Cloud Architect/Engineer (Azure)
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As an Azure Cloud Architect, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing secure, scalable, and mission-aligned Microsoft Azure cloud architectures for government agencies. You will lead the technical vision for Azure-based solutions and ensure the environment supports both immediate and long-term organizational goals., * Designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable cloud architectures using Microsoft Azure services and capabilities.
- Leading Azure migration strategies including rehosting, re-platforming, and refactoring of applications and workloads.
- Building Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, or Ansible.
- Defining and governing Azure architecture standards and frameworks to support high availability, disaster recovery, and scalability.
- Applying Azure security best practices and compliance frameworks (such as FedRAMP and NIST 800-53), including identity and access management and Zero Trust principles.
- Managing Azure cost optimization, resource monitoring, and performance tuning for cloud-native services.
- Implementing and operating containerized environments using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and related Azure container tools.
- Integrating Azure services with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines to support automated provisioning, testing, and deployments.
- Leading technical design sessions and collaborating with stakeholders to align Azure architecture with mission and organizational objectives.
Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience. AZ 305 Azure Solutions Architect certification preferred.
Minimum Experience: At least 10+ years of progressive IT experience, including experience designing and managing cloud-based solutions with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure. Experience in hybrid or multi-cloud environments is beneficial.
Security Clearance: The selected applicant will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for Public Trust access., Years of Experience 10 + years of related experience
- may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
Benefits & conditions
(part of General Dynamics) 3.73.7 out of 5 stars Indiana $169,604 - $229,464 a year, Pulled from the full job description
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Internal mobility program, At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
- Growth: AI-powered career tools to guide professional development.
- Support: An internal mobility team committed to your career advancement.
- Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, competitive pay, PTO, and 401(k) with company match.
- Flexibility: Full-flex work week to balance work and life.
- Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your drive to support mission success., The likely salary range for this position is $169,604 - $229,464. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. View information about benefits and our total rewards program.
Our Identity Verification Process As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About the company
Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as an Azure Cloud Architect and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you., We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.
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