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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cloud Architect - **Company:** Integra - **Location:** Mentor, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Build Automation, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Github, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Log Analysis, Networking Basics, Routing, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft SharePoint, Virtual Machines, Policy as Code, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, Information Technology, Bicep, Elastic Beanstalk, Terraform - **Published:** July 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b60fa6deee8d2eda ## About the Role * 5-8 years in IT infrastructure or cloud engineering, including 3+ years focused on Microsoft 365 and Azure. * Deep expertise in Microsoft 365 workloads: Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams, and tenant administration. * Strong hands-on Azure experience across IaaS, networking, identity, storage, backup, and core PaaS services. * Proficiency with Entra ID, Intune, and modern endpoint management. * Strong scripting and automation skills with PowerShell and Microsoft Graph; familiarity with Bicep, ARM, or Terraform. * Experience leading cloud migrations (Exchange and file shares to Microsoft 365; lift-and-shift or modernization to Azure). * Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (DNS, routing, firewalls, VPN/ExpressRoute) as they apply to cloud. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience. What You Will Need for Success * Strong ownership mindset and pride in operational excellence. * Excellent troubleshooting skills across identity, networking, and platform layers. * Clear written and verbal communication and ability to create durable documentation. * Pragmatic judgment balancing speed, governance, and reliability. * Service-oriented approach to internal users and stakeholders. ## Description As a Senior Cloud Architect (Microsoft 365 & Azure), you'll own the design, operations, governance, and cost management of our Microsoft 365 and Azure environment. You'll partner with security, infrastructure, and business teams to deliver a modern, secure, and reliable cloud workplace., * Own architecture and administration of Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams, and Purview. * Design and implement tenant configuration, governance, and lifecycle management for sites, groups, teams, and licensing. * Manage Microsoft 365 licensing strategy and optimize spend through right-sizing and license reclamation. * Plan and execute platform upgrades, migrations, and feature rollouts (such as Copilot and new workloads). * Administer Entra ID (Azure AD), including hybrid identity, SSO, application provisioning, and lifecycle workflows. * Manage Intune for device configuration, compliance, app deployment, and autopilot provisioning. * Design and operate Azure infrastructure: virtual networks, virtual machines, storage, backup, Site Recovery, and core PaaS services. * Implement Infrastructure as Code using Bicep, ARM, or Terraform. * Build automation with PowerShell and Microsoft Graph, using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions where appropriate. * Maintain monitoring and alerting via Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Service Health. * Establish and enforce cloud governance standards, including naming, tagging, RBAC, and policy-as-code. * Lead FinOps practices to monitor consumption, forecast spend, and drive cost optimization across Azure and Microsoft 365. * Maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans and lead recovery exercises. * Serve as an escalation point for complex Microsoft 365 and Azure issues. * Partner with IT Security to implement secure-by-default configurations and remediate findings. * Document standards and architecture decisions; mentor junior engineers and administrators. ## Related Videos - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Back(end) to the Future: Embracing the continuous Evolution of Infrastructure and Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/440-back-end-to-the-future-embracing-the-continuous-evolution-of-infrastructure-and-code) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Seriously gaming your cloud expertise: from cloud tourist to cloud native](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/373-seriously-gaming-your-cloud-expertise-from-cloud-tourist-to-cloud-native) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence)