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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Azure Cloud AI Architect - **Company:** PAR Government Systems Corporation - **Location:** Davenport, IA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Databases, DevOps, Github, Identity and Access Management, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Azure Active Directory, Zero Trust Network Access, Azure Machine Learning, Systems Integration, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Bicep, Data Management, Cloud Migration, CIS Benchmarks, Terraform, Api Management, Key Vault - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/41161e22-0d0b-4eb5-a065-81c4637fa421 ## About the Role * Azure Cloud Architect (Azure Tenant Owner)Primary Skills 1,Azure cloud architecture and operations2,DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, and IaC (Terraform/Bicep)3, Azure AI services, data platforms, and API integrations., * 7+ years of hands-on experience with Azure cloud architecture and operations. * Deep expertise in Azure governance, identity, networking, and security. * Strong proficiency with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, and IaC (Terraform/Bicep). * Experience with Azure AI services, data platforms, and API integrations. * Solid understanding of Zero Trust, cloud security frameworks, and compliance.. ## Description * Overview Seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Architect to take full ownership of our Azure tenant and cloud ecosystem. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and governing all Azure services across the organization. * This role will serve as the technical authority for Azure architecture, DevOps, identity, networking, and integrations with external SaaS/PaaS platforms. * This is a hands-on, senior technical role requiring deep expertise in Azure cloud technologies and the ability to drive enterprise-level cloud strategy, governance, and operations., * Own the end-to-end architecture of the Azure tenant, including subscriptions, management groups, policies, and governance frameworks. * Define and enforce Azure landing zone standards, resource organization, tagging, cost management, and compliance. * Lead cloud modernization initiatives and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture principles.Architect, deploy, and manage Azure services including compute, storage, networking, databases, and PaaS offerings. * Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability across all cloud workloads.Implement automation for provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management. * Manage Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), identity governance, conditional access, MFA, and privileged identity management. * Implement and maintain security baselines using Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Key Vault, and Zero Trust principles. * Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational security requirements.Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions. * Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Bicep, Terraform, or ARM templates. ## Related Videos - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [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) - [Infrastructure as Prompts: Creating Azure Infrastructure with AI Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1533-infrastructure-as-prompts-creating-azure-infrastructure-with-ai-agents) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Reference Architecture of AI in the Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1613-reference-architecture-of-ai-in-the-cloud) ## 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) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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