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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Azure Cloud Solutions Architect - **Company:** UST Inc - **Location:** Aliso Viejo, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $87,000.0 - $131,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Configuration Management, Domain Name System (DNS), Github, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Key Management, Windows Servers, Network Segmentation, Peering, Software Deployment, Data Logging, Software Modules, Delivery Pipeline, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Front End Software Development, Hardware Infrastructure, Terraform, Virtual Private Clouds, Api Management, Vmware - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2a5a78bcdb7edfad ## About the Role Do you have experience in Virtual Private Clouds?, * 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure. * Strong understanding of Azure networking concepts and private connectivity patterns(Private Endpoints, Private Link, VNet integration, DNS resolution). * Ability to solution and architect Azure deployments that span front-end and back-endservices. * Proficiency with Terraform including module authoring, remote state management, andTerraform Cloud. * Experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions. * Solid understanding of security best practices in cloud environments identity, network,data, and secrets management. * Strong communication skills and the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions. * Nice to Have * Experience managing on-premises infrastructure (Windows Server, Active Directory,VMware, etc.). * Familiarity with hybrid connectivity models and managing on-prem to cloud networking. * Exposure to on-prem monitoring, access management, and resource lifecycle operations. * Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, AZ-500). * Experience with additional IaC tools or configuration management platforms. ## Description * Design and implement solutions in Azure using a range of services across compute, storage, networking, identity, and data. * Architect end-to-end solutions that incorporate front-end and back-end components hosted in Azure (e.g., App Services, Functions, API Management, Front Door, Storage Accounts). * Design and manage Azure networking including VNets, peering, Private Endpoints, Private Link, DNS, ExpressRoute, and VPN connectivity. * Implement and maintain Azure governance controls including Azure Policy, Management Groups, diagnostic logging, and activity monitoring. * Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Terraform to automate infrastructure provisioning and application deployment. * Manage Terraform workflows including module development, state management, and workspace organization using Terraform Cloud. * Apply security best practices across all solutions including identity management, network segmentation, secrets handling, and least-privilege access. * Collaborate with application teams, security, and operations to deliver well-architected, production-ready solutions. 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