Azure Architect - Technical Lead

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Public Trust

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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We are looking for an Azure Architect Technical Lead to support all phases of development, design, modernization, and migration in support of a government multi-cloud environment with 50+ customer tenants and growing.  You will serve as a technical leader and mentor to the development and infrastructure teams ensuring that all cloud solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with business objectives.  If you possess a passion for performance, strong desire for quality conformance, and attention to detail then this is the opportunity for you! 

This opportunity is remote, but you must reside and perform all work within the United States.  This position requires working online from 8:00 AM EST to 5:00 PM EST. 

Responsibilities:

• Azure Cloud Architecture and Strategy

  •  Lead the design and development of complex cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure, ensuring high availability, performance, and security

  • Develop and maintain cloud architecture standards, best practices, and guidelines for cloud adoption and migration

  • Define the cloud strategy, architecture roadmap, and technical direction for cloud projects, aligning with business objectives and industry standards

  • Provide technical oversight and architectural leadership across multiple cloud projects, ensuring consistency and quality of cloud solutions

• Solution Design and Implementation

  • Design and implement Azure-based solutions leveraging services such as Azure App Services, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Functions, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure Storage

  • Oversee the deployment of applications using CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as Code (IaC) with tools like Terraform or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates

  • Ensure cloud solutions are designed for high availability, disaster recovery, and scalability

  • Evaluate and select appropriate cloud services and technologies based on requirements and cost considerations

• Technical Leadership and Mentorship

  • Serve as the technical lead for Azure projects, providing guidance to development, operations, and infrastructure teams

  • Mentor junior architects and engineers, fostering a place of continuous learning and technical excellence

  • Drive innovation by researching and recommending new cloud services and solutions that align with the organization’s goals

• Security and Compliance

  • Design secure cloud architecture, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and security standards

  • Implement cloud security best practices, including identity and access management, network security, and data encryption

  • Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify and address vulnerabilities in the cloud environment

• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

  • Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, development teams, and project managers to translate business requirements into technical solutions

  • Communicate architectural decisions, strategy, and project status to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

  • Partner with other technical leaders to create a shared vision of cloud architecture and establish architectural principles for the organization

• Performance Optimization and Troubleshooting

  • Continuously monitor and optimize the performance and cost-efficiency of cloud solutions

  • Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex issues, ensuring minimal impact to the organization and driving root cause analysis

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Business Administration Science, Mathematics, or Engineering

• Public Trust- Ability to obtain a DHS Public Trust Security Clearance (called “Entry on Duty”)  

• US Citizenship required – personnel with Permanent Resident (Green Cards) or Work Visas are not eligible for this position

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certification

• 7+ years of integration, systems analysis, or programming experience

• 5+ years of developing systems requirements and design specifications in Azure

• 3+ years of experience in project management/ lead architect positions in Azure development or implementation

• Expertise in AZ PowerShell, GitLab, and Ansible

• Expert in leading and collaborating with technical teams of diverse IT related skill sets

• Expert knowledge and understanding of Azure cloud and deploying in Government environments.

• Exemplary communication, analytical skills, and technical knowledge across the client environment.

• Ability to produce concise and clear technical documentation.

What we can offer you:

At CACI, our philosophy of employee development and advancement rests on a cultural foundation of providing unlimited and equal opportunity for growth, recognition, and rewards. We provide the environment, support and responsive, available management to nurture and stretch your abilities. We also offer a career mobility program to make it easy to build a dynamic career at CACI and offer flexible work schedule arrangements to support work/life balance.

• CACI’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) plan allows employees to take vacation as needed, without a set number of minimum or maximum days, and is available day one of employment. 

• CACI has been named one of Fortune magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 2024!

• CACI also has more than 20 Communities of Practice to share and gain skills and knowledge regarding various technologies and topics including SAP, Salesforce, Agile Development, and many more. The associated Learning Academies provide training and certifications to gain additional skills and build your brand.

• We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

• With over 24,000 employees worldwide, CACI has been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

• For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$89,500-$188,000

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.