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# Azure Cloud Solution ArchitectApply**Job#: 3044659****Job Description:**Azure Cloud Solution Architect**Location:** REMOTERole OverviewAn experienced Azure Cloud Solution Architect is sought to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise cloud environments. This individual will play a critical role in designing secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions that support business and operational objectives. The ideal candidate will bring expertise across cloud platforms, infrastructure automation, security, and cloud operations.Key Responsibilities* Design and implement cloud architectures that meet performance, scalability, security, and compliance requirements.* Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and recommend cloud solutions.* Deploy and manage cloud resources across Microsoft Azure, AWS, and other cloud platforms.* Create technical architecture documentation, diagrams, and implementation plans.* Leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and Azure Resource Manager templates.* Implement and maintain cloud security controls, governance policies, and access management practices.* Ensure compliance with applicable industry regulations and security requirements.* Monitor and optimize cloud performance, availability, and resource utilization.* Design and support backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions.* Develop automation solutions to streamline provisioning, maintenance, and operational processes.* Implement and support CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.* Provide technical guidance and cloud best practice recommendations to internal teams.* Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and recommend solutions that improve infrastructure and operations.Required Qualifications**Education:** A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, IT Security, or a related field is preferred.**Experience:** 5+ years of experience designing and implementing cloud solutions is required, with proven experience in enterprise cloud architecture and infrastructure management. Hands-on experience with On-Prem migration to Microsoft Azure is necessary.**Technical Skills:** Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes is required. Proficiency with scripting and automation tools such as PowerShell and Python is necessary. A strong understanding of networking, virtualization, and cloud security principles is also required.Preferred Qualifications* One or more certifications in Microsoft Azure, AWS, VMware, Cisco Technologies, Citrix XenApp, or Windows Server Administration.* Azure & AWS Architecture* Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM Templates)* Cloud Security & Compliance* Kubernetes & Docker* CI/CD Pipeline Implementation* Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Planning* Virtualization Technologies* Cloud Monitoring & Operations* Technical Documentation & Solution Design *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at accommodations@apexsystems.com or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** FullTime**Remote:** Yes**Location:** Providence, RI, US**Job Type:** Infrastructure and Security**Date Posted:** August 12, 2026**Pay Range:** $130,000 - $160,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr