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Azure Cloud Architect

Req number:

R7989

Employment type:

Part time

Worksite flexibility:

Remote

Who we are

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

As an Azure Cloud Architect, you will work with our client to design and implement an Azure Cloud environment.

Job Description

We are looking for an Azure Cloud Architect to lead the design and implementation of a greenfield Azure Landing Zone for a large public sector client. This position will be part-time contract and fully remote . This position is slated to start August 3, 2026 and complete in February 2027.

Only work authorizations not requiring sponsorship now or in the future will be considered. Candidates must be based in the US.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement Azure Landing Zone architecture aligned to enterprise best practices

• Develop and configure hub and spoke network topology including Azure Firewall NSGs ASGs and Private Endpoints

• Lead hybrid connectivity design and implementation across cloud and on-prem environments

• Implement identity and access management solutions including Microsoft Entra ID hardening Conditional Access MFA and SSO

• Establish identity governance processes and monitor Entra Connect health

• Design and manage Private DNS Zones and hybrid DNS architecture

• Develop Infrastructure as Code solutions using Terraform Bicep and ARM templates

• Create detailed architecture documentation and provide knowledge transfer to client teams

What You'll Need

Required:

• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification

• Expertise in Azure Cloud architecture

• Proven experience designing and implementing Azure Landing Zones

• Strong expertise in Microsoft Entra ID security identity governance and access controls

• Hands-on experience with Azure networking including hub and spoke design Azure Firewall and private connectivity

• Experience implementing hybrid cloud connectivity solutions

• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform Bicep and ARM templates

• Ability to produce clear architecture documentation and deliver knowledge transfer

Preferred:

• Experience working with public sector or municipal clients

• Familiarity with large scale greenfield cloud implementations

Physical Demands

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal state and local standards

Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings etc

Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer utilizing a mouse keyboard and monitor

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Reasonable accommodation statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Computer Aid, Inc.(CAI) not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.

$114 - $124 per hour

The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will include 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.