Binary Blue is seeking an experienced Cloud Architect (Azure) for our public sector client.

Responsibilities:

Establish a practical approach to supporting an enterprise architecture that starts and ends with a focus on delivering signature-ready, actionable recommendations to business and IT leaders, so they can adjust policies, products, processes, and projects to achieve target business outcomes.

· Develop a Reference Architecture that includes all major functions of infrastructure and how it aligns with the mission and vision of the organization.

· Design and develop a comprehensive cloud architecture strategy with a focus on Microsoft Azure to support the organization's large-scale digital transformation.

· Lead the development and implementation of cloud policies, procedures, and governance models to ensure effective management and security of cloud resources.

· Work closely with IT security teams to establish robust cloud security frameworks that align with industry best practices and regulatory compliance requirements.

· Guide the migration of existing applications and infrastructure to Azure, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

· Develop cost management strategies to optimize and control cloud expenses without compromising on service delivery.

· Collaborate with various departments and IT teams to ensure cloud solutions meet functional and technical requirements.

· Establish continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and automation practices to enhance development processes and operational efficiency.

· Mentor and train team members and stakeholders on Azure cloud technologies and best practices.

· Stay abreast of new Azure features and other cloud innovations to keep the organization at the cutting edge of technology advancement.

Requirements:

· Minimum of 15 years in IT development/infrastructure, with at least 8 years as a Cloud Architect focused on Microsoft Azure.

· Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale cloud solutions.

· Deep understanding of Azure architecture, cloud security, governance, and compliance frameworks.

· Strong leadership skills and experience in developing policies and procedures for large-scale organizations.

· Certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or similar are highly preferred.

· Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.

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Azure Cloud Architect