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$90.00/hr - $100.00/hr Direct message the job poster from ACL Digital 06+ Months Contract with Extn Pay Rate $100/hr on w2 Job Description Client is seeking an experienced
Cloud Infrastructure Architect
with a strong focus on
Microsoft Azure . This hands-on role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud infrastructure solutions that align with the universitys cloud strategy. The ideal candidate will have
deep expertise in Azure architecture, governance, security, networking, and automation . You will work closely with cloud engineers, security teams, and application teams to drive
cloud adoption, scalability, cost optimization, and security best practices . Key Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient Azure cloud architectures that align with Northeastern Universitys cloud strategy. Develop reference architectures, best practices, and governance frameworks for cloud adoption. Define and implement hybrid cloud architectures, integrating on-premises data centers with Azure services. Architect and oversee Azure
network components , including
Virtual Networks (VNets), VPN Gateways, ExpressRoute, Load Balancers, Azure Firewall, and Network Security Groups (NSGs) . Ensure high availability and performance across cloud workloads through proper network design and resource allocation. Drive modernization efforts by leveraging
Azure Virtual WAN, Private Link, and hybrid connectivity solutions . Security & Compliance: Lead
cloud security hardening initiatives , implementing
Azure Security Center, Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, and Zero Trust security models . Establish governance and compliance frameworks to ensure adherence to
NIST 800-171, GDPR, HIPAA,
and other regulatory requirements. Design and implement
Azure Identity and Access Management (IAM) , including Azure Active Directory (AAD), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Conditional Access Policies. Cost Optimization & Governance: Develop and enforce cost governance strategies, leveraging
Azure Cost Management + Billing, Reserved Instances, Spot VMs, and Azure Hybrid Benefit . Implement
tagging strategies, FinOps methodologies, and cloud cost optimization best practices . Work closely with finance teams to provide
cost forecasts, budget controls, and resource efficiency recommendations . Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Define
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices
using
Terraform, Bicep, and ARM templates
to automate cloud deployments. Oversee CI/CD integration for infrastructure automation using
Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Terraform Cloud . Implement
configuration management and policy enforcement
using
Azure Policy, Azure Blueprints, and Desired State Configuration (DSC) . Required Qualifications: Experience:
Minimum
7+ years of experience in cloud architecture
with a strong focus on
Azure infrastructure . Azure Expertise:
Deep understanding of
Azure networking, security, compute, storage, and hybrid connectivity . Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
Proficiency in
Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, and PowerShell
for infrastructure automation. Cloud Security & Compliance:
Strong knowledge of
Azure AD, RBAC, PIM, Conditional Access, Zero Trust Security, and regulatory compliance . Cloud Networking:
Expert-level experience with
VNets, VPNs, ExpressRoute, Azure Load Balancers, and Azure Firewall . Cost Optimization:
Proven track record in
Azure cost governance, Reserved Instances, FinOps, and budget forecasting . Monitoring & Incident Response:
Experience implementing and managing
Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights . Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
Required. Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
Preferred. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in
multi-cloud environments (Azure & AWS) . Hands-on experience with
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and containerization technologies . Familiarity with
Azure SQL, CosmosDB, Azure Data Lake, and Azure Synapse Analytics . Experience with
Zero Trust security models and cloud governance frameworks . Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Contract Job function
Job function
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$90.00/hr - $100.00/hr Direct message the job poster from ACL Digital 06+ Months Contract with Extn Pay Rate $100/hr on w2 Job Description Client is seeking an experienced
Cloud Infrastructure Architect
with a strong focus on
Microsoft Azure . This hands-on role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud infrastructure solutions that align with the universitys cloud strategy. The ideal candidate will have
deep expertise in Azure architecture, governance, security, networking, and automation . You will work closely with cloud engineers, security teams, and application teams to drive
cloud adoption, scalability, cost optimization, and security best practices . Key Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient Azure cloud architectures that align with Northeastern Universitys cloud strategy. Develop reference architectures, best practices, and governance frameworks for cloud adoption. Define and implement hybrid cloud architectures, integrating on-premises data centers with Azure services. Architect and oversee Azure
network components , including
Virtual Networks (VNets), VPN Gateways, ExpressRoute, Load Balancers, Azure Firewall, and Network Security Groups (NSGs) . Ensure high availability and performance across cloud workloads through proper network design and resource allocation. Drive modernization efforts by leveraging
Azure Virtual WAN, Private Link, and hybrid connectivity solutions . Security & Compliance: Lead
cloud security hardening initiatives , implementing
Azure Security Center, Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, and Zero Trust security models . Establish governance and compliance frameworks to ensure adherence to
NIST 800-171, GDPR, HIPAA,
and other regulatory requirements. Design and implement
Azure Identity and Access Management (IAM) , including Azure Active Directory (AAD), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Conditional Access Policies. Cost Optimization & Governance: Develop and enforce cost governance strategies, leveraging
Azure Cost Management + Billing, Reserved Instances, Spot VMs, and Azure Hybrid Benefit . Implement
tagging strategies, FinOps methodologies, and cloud cost optimization best practices . Work closely with finance teams to provide
cost forecasts, budget controls, and resource efficiency recommendations . Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Define
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices
using
Terraform, Bicep, and ARM templates
to automate cloud deployments. Oversee CI/CD integration for infrastructure automation using
Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Terraform Cloud . Implement
configuration management and policy enforcement
using
Azure Policy, Azure Blueprints, and Desired State Configuration (DSC) . Required Qualifications: Experience:
Minimum
7+ years of experience in cloud architecture
with a strong focus on
Azure infrastructure . Azure Expertise:
Deep understanding of
Azure networking, security, compute, storage, and hybrid connectivity . Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
Proficiency in
Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, and PowerShell
for infrastructure automation. Cloud Security & Compliance:
Strong knowledge of
Azure AD, RBAC, PIM, Conditional Access, Zero Trust Security, and regulatory compliance . Cloud Networking:
Expert-level experience with
VNets, VPNs, ExpressRoute, Azure Load Balancers, and Azure Firewall . Cost Optimization:
Proven track record in
Azure cost governance, Reserved Instances, FinOps, and budget forecasting . Monitoring & Incident Response:
Experience implementing and managing
Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights . Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
Required. Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
Preferred. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in
multi-cloud environments (Azure & AWS) . Hands-on experience with
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and containerization technologies . Familiarity with
Azure SQL, CosmosDB, Azure Data Lake, and Azure Synapse Analytics . Experience with
Zero Trust security models and cloud governance frameworks . Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Contract Job function
Job function
Information Technology Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ACL Digital by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for Infrastructure Architect roles.
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