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Cloud Infrastructure & Domain Architecture

• Own the cloud infrastructure domain architecture for Azure (primary) and AWS (secondary), including networking, identity, governance, and management services.
• Define reference architectures, design patterns, and decision frameworks for global cloud adoption.
• Establish and maintain architecture standards, guardrails, and blueprints aligned with Halliburton security, compliance, and operational requirements.
• Provide architectural oversight and design review for major cloud initiatives and platform capabilities.

Microsoft Azure (Primary Focus)

• Design and govern Azure landing zones, subscriptions, and management group hierarchies.
• Architect and review Azure network infrastructure (hub-and-spoke, vWAN, private endpoints, DNS, hybrid connectivity).
• Apply the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework in solution designs.
• Design, deploy, and maintain Azure Policy, initiatives, and compliance reporting.
• Define and implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) standards using Bicep and Terraform.

• Architect enterprise identity solutions using Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including:
  • Identity lifecycle management and access governance
  • Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and least-privilege models
  • Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
  • Conditional Access and Zero Trust patterns
• Design hybrid and multi-cloud identity integration, including AWS IAM federation with Entra ID.
• Partner with Information Security to align identity architectures with Zero Trust and regulatory requirements.

AWS (Secondary / Integrated Scope)

• Define and govern AWS integration patterns aligned to Azure-first identity and security strategy.
• Architect and support:
  • AWS Organizations and Control Tower
  • IAM federation with Microsoft Entra ID
  • Infrastructure deployments using CloudFormation and Terraform
• Ensure consistency of governance, identity, and automation patterns across Azure and AWS.

• Provide architectural guidance for AI-enabled capabilities within the Microsoft ecosystem, including:
  • Microsoft Copilot
  • Azure OpenAI
  • Copilot Studio and AI Builder
• Define enterprise guardrails for AI usage, including identity, data access, security, and compliance considerations.
• Partner with application and data teams to support responsible AI adoption, RAG patterns, and AI platform integration.
• Stay current on Microsoft AI platform capabilities and translate them into practical enterprise architecture guidance.

DevOps, Automation & Engineering Practices

• Promote and govern DevOps and platform engineering practices across cloud environments.
• Design and review CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps (ADO) and Git-based repositories.
• Leverage Azure CLI and PowerShell for automation and operational enablement.
• Support standardized deployment patterns across infrastructure, identity, and platform services.

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience in cloud infrastructure architecture, with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure.
• Proven background in identity and access management, preferably with Microsoft Entra ID.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC, Bicep and/or terraform).
• Experience designing and governing enterprise-scale cloud environments.
• Solid understanding of DevOps, CI/CD, and automation practices.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience integrating AWS with Azure-based identity and governance models.
• Familiarity with Microsoft AI platforms (Copilot, Azure OpenAI, Copilot Studio).
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and cloud security best practices.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into decision-ready guidance for architects, engineers, and leadership.

Candidates with qualifications exceeding the minimum job requirements will be considered for higher-level positions based on their experience, additional job requirements, and current business needs. Depending on their education, experience, and skill level, candidates may be eligible for a range of job opportunities, including Enterprise Architect.

At Halliburton, we're committed to providing you and your family with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package - which means we offer support for your physical, emotional, financial and parental needs, both now and in the future.  When you join our team, you'll have access to a wide range of resources designed to help you thrive at work and at home.  By clicking here, you can review a summary of the benefits available once you join.