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# Cloud Architect

- **Company:** Hays Specialist Recruitment LLC
- **Location:** South Wales, NY, United States
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Cloud Computing Security, DevOps, Deployment Automation, Cloud Optimization, Terraform
- **Published:** August 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://computerjobs.com/us/en/mob/job/41D180749D1C04B7DB

## About the Role

Strong Azure Cloud Architecture experience.

 - Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework expertise.
 - Terraform and Infrastructure as Code experience.
 - DevOps and CI/CD deployment experience.
 - Cloud security and governance knowledge.
 - Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

## Description

Lead cloud architecture design and adoption initiatives using the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework.

 - Design and implement scalable, secure Azure cloud solutions.
 - Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
 - Support CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployment automation.
 - Work closely with engineering and delivery teams to ensure cloud best practices are Embedded.
 - Contribute to cloud governance, security and operational standards.


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