**Job Title:** Cloud Architect
About the Role:
The Cloud Architect position is a senior-level opportunity to lead engineering activities including infrastructure design, acquisition and deployment. The role aims to ensure quality standards are met within existing and planned frameworks.
Main Responsibilities:
* Design and implement secure, scalable cloud solutions primarily focusing on SaaS cloud services with emphasis on Microsoft 365.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cloud services with enterprise identity and security frameworks.
* Troubleshoot and optimize cloud-based networking and application performance.
* Support governance and compliance initiatives including eDiscovery and data protection.
* Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Core Competencies & Technical Skills:
Cloud & Microsoft 365 Expertise:
* Working knowledge of Microsoft GraphAPI and security controls.
* Microsoft M365 Messaging and Collaboration services – Workloads, Purview Information protection, Compliance and data governance.
* Copilot Design, Controls and governance.
* Integration with Entra ID (Azure AD).
Cloud Architecture & Networking:
* Experience designing and troubleshooting cloud-based solutions.
* Proxy configurations and PAC files.
* SASE architecture.
* DNS, routing, and firewall management.
* Authentication and Authorization.
Security & Compliance:
* Identity and Access Management (IAM).
* Encryption and data protection.
* Least Privilege Access principles.
* Network security best practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
* 6–10 years of experience in cloud architecture or engineering roles.
* Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, Security Engineer Associate).
* Experience in enterprise or hybrid cloud environments.
Benefits:
* This is a full-time position.
Additional Information:
* Please see above for most relevant skills.
* We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.