Infrastructure Architect - Azure and Microsoft Technologies

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Job Title: Infrastructure Architect Azure & Microsoft Technologies
Location: Remote USA (CST/EST)
Employment Type: Part-Time
Experience Required: 12+ Years

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to architect and influence enterprise-level Azure infrastructure.
• Flexible remote engagement in CST/EST zones.
• Lead modernization and cloud transformation initiatives.
• Work with cutting-edge Microsoft technologies in a forward-thinking environment.
• Contribute to a collaborative, growth-oriented team.

About the Role
We are looking to onboard a highly experienced Infrastructure Architect with proven expertise in Microsoft Azure and the broader Microsoft ecosystem. This is a part-time, remote opportunity ideal for a senior technologist eager to design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient cloud infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement Azure-based infrastructure solutions aligned with enterprise needs.
• Develop infrastructure architecture documents, technology roadmaps, and migration strategies.
• Collaborate with architects, DevOps, and stakeholders to align infrastructure with business objectives.
• Architect hybrid environments, integrating on-premises and Azure cloud services.
• Build secure network topologies using VNets, NSGs, firewalls, VPNs, and ExpressRoute.
• Establish governance for Azure resource management, compliance, and cost control.
• Lead modernization efforts, including IaaS to PaaS transitions, containers, and serverless.
• Champion Infrastructure as Code using ARM, Bicep, Terraform, or Azure CLI.
• Integrate systems for monitoring, logging, backups, disaster recovery, and high availability.
• Ensure adherence to , security, and compliance policies using Azure AD, RBAC, and Defender.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to architectural standards and frameworks.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 12+ years of IT infrastructure experience with 5+ years in Azure architecture.
• Expert in designing and governing Azure-based environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft technologies: Windows Server, AD, Group Policy, Microsoft 365, Azure AD.
• In-depth understanding of networking, cloud security, and continuity planning.
• Hands-on with Azure services: VMs, App Services, AKS, Key Vault, Log Analytics, and more.
• Skilled in IaC tools: Terraform, ARM, Bicep.
• Familiar with DevOps tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions.
• Strong communication and documentation capabilities.
• Knowledge of ITIL, enterprise architecture principles, and cloud governance.

Certifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
• TOGAF or equivalent certification

Nice to Have

• Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid infrastructures (Azure, AWS, On-Prem).
• Exposure to Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365, or Defender suite.
• Scripting skills in PowerShell or Python for automation.

Ready to design the future of cloud infrastructure? Apply now and be a catalyst for innovation!

This is a remote position.