Cloud Solutions Architect

Description:BASIC FUNCTION The Cloud Solutions Architect III will drive the definition, design and implementation of resources, shared components and/or core application frameworks with primary focus on cloud-based application services and data analytics cloud solutions using the Microsoft Azure technology stack. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Denotes "essential functions" in accordance with the guidelines of The Americans with Disabilities Act. The essential functions of this position include, but are not necessarily limited to, those specifically identified in this description. The position and its essential functions may change over time and these changes may not necessarily be reflected in the position description. The Company may, at its sole discretion, add to, change, or expand the essential or marginal functions of the position. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories as required by local ordinance. • Assesses the immediate and long-term strategic goals of the organization as relates to technological needs. Actively participate in the development and management of technology roadmap. Ensures technology solutions are aligned to solution patterns, application frameworks and the technology roadmap. • Builds cloud templates and governance standards for cloud Azure tenants that will support secure and efficient applications implementations, data management analytics and AI, while creating an agile DevOps culture capable of delivering technical excellence. • Evaluates architecture needs and gaps to build an Enterprise Cloud Architecture for the organization, including buy versus build evaluations and development/implementation of prototypes/pilots promoting common reusable enterprise technology solutions. • Actively mentors/coaches junior teammates to deliver technological solutions that provide value and meet departmental objectives. Fosters a spirit of teamwork and unity among teammates that allows for disagreement over ideas with expeditious resolution and appreciation for diversity, sparking cohesiveness and an effective working dynamic. • Collaborates with applications development teams and architects to promote the adoption of the Security Development Lifecycle (SDL) and integration of it in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) to raise security awareness in application development. • Identifies and recommends new solutions for research and participates in proof of concept initiatives to explore new architectural strategies. • Identifies implementation risks of technology solutions and analyzes impact on achieving desired business outcomes. • Supports the new enterprise architecture (called ENCORE) and evaluates roadmaps for smooth and efficient migration or modernization of the legacy processes into cloud strategy. • Maintains the definition and documentation of architectural standards, reference architectures, processes and operating models. Stays informed on current cloud technology trends and the changing technology landscape. • Develops three-month (Program Increment) plans and roadmaps for cloud resources and infrastructure that aligns with app development and new technologies training and evaluations plans. • Performs security reviews and assessments together with Infrastructure, Security, App Dev management and Data Governance Board across the organization. Page 2 of 3 COMPETENCIES To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: • Analytical: Collects, analyzes, and synthesizes data and information from diverse sources that is often complex, voluminous, and technical. Spots issues and detects gaps in available information. Uses intuition and experience to enhance understanding and interpret data. Determines the costs and benefits of alternative courses of action. • Problem-Solving: Logical thought process and problem-solving ability. Able to effectively gather and analyze information skillfully and provide solutions in complex situations. Identifies items requiring additional information or action and addresses and communicates appropriately. Able to 'think outside the box' to mitigate issues/risks and develop innovative solutions with team members. • Innovation: Displays original thinking and creativity. Meets challenges with resourcefulness. Generates suggestions for improving work. Develops innovative approaches and ideas. Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. • Communication and Collaboration: Effective communicator with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Communicates clearly and appropriately using effective verbal, listening, reading and writing skills. Able to successfully build relationships and adapt communication style in various environments. Responds well to questions and feedback. Demonstrates effective group presentation and facilitation skills. Asks questions freely to broaden knowledge and skills. Listens and gets clarification. Contributes effectively in meetings with technical and nontechnical audiences. • Customer Service: Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to describe solutions in non-technical terms. Commits to positive engagement and follow-through while providing quality customer service. Appropriately responds to and resolves complex situations/problems. Responds promptly to customer needs, requests for service and assistance. Solicits customer feedback to improve service and enhance existing procedures. Responds in a timely manner. Meets commitments. • Technical Expertise: Ability to demonstrate a depth of knowledge and skill in a technical area. Effectively applies technical knowledge to solve a range of problems. Develops technical solutions to new or highly complex problems that cannot be solved using existing methods or approaches. • Change Management: Ability to demonstrate support for innovation and organizational changes needed to improve the organization's effectiveness. Proactively assesses the need for change, seeing that appropriate resources are available to facilitate changes. Considers factors that will support or hinder change initiatives. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability generally required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • EDUCATION: B.A. / B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology strongly preferred. • EXPERIENCE: o Significant experience (15+ years) in supporting Infrastructure and Security for software engineering and application development teams required o Minimum of 7 years of experience in enterprise technical or information architecture design required o Expertise in architecture frameworks required o Proven experience in designing, building and supporting multi-tiered enterprise systems • CERTIFICATIONS: AWS Architect and/or Microsoft Azure Architect certification required. • TECHNICAL SKILLS: o Experience with support of hybrid frameworks like React Native, .Net Framework, .Net Core. Strong knowledge of security (risks and threats, authentication, authorization, certificates, encryptions) and familiarity with OWASP o Expertise in domain specific areas including Azure PaaS, IaaS, SaaS, test disaster recovery and business continuity procedures o Expertise in Azure cloud services, such as: AD, ADB2C, AKS, Azure VNET, ExpressRoute, Azure Private Link, Azure Service Endpoints, Azure Traffic Manager, Powershell Scripting, Intune, App Proxy Server, WVD, Azure Site Recovery (ASR), Azure Storage Solutions, ARM Templates, Azure Load balancer, API Gateway and Azure AD • MATH AND REASONING ABILITY: Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where some limited standardization exists. Able to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Page 3 of 3 WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is in an office environment and occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to sit at a desk entering information into a computer and reading information presented on a computer monitor and on paper. The individual is regularly required to use hands for various projects and responsibilities and required to talk and hear on the telephone, via video conferencing equipment, and in direct conversation. The person is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.Skills:azure, .net, design, architecture, react native, security, infrastructureTop Skills Details:1. 15+ years experience supporting Infrastructure and Security for software engineering and application development teams2. Minimum of 7 years of experience in enterprise technical or information architecture design, as well as, expertise in architecture frameworks3. Experience with support of hybrid frameworks like React Native, .Net Framework, .Net Core. Strong knowledge of security (risks and threats, authentication, authorization, certificates, encryptions) and familiarity with OWASP4. Expertise in domain specific areas including Azure PaaS, IaaS, SaaS, test disaster recovery and business continuity procedures5. Expertise in Azure cloud services, such as: AD, ADB2C, AKS, Azure VNET, ExpressRoute, Azure Private Link, Azure Service Endpoints, Azure Traffic Manager, Powershell Scripting, Intune, App Proxy Server, WVD, Azure Site Recovery (ASR), Azure Storage Solutions, ARM Templates, Azure Load balancer, API Gateway and Azure ADAdditional Skills & Qualifications:This person needs to sit in either Sacramento or San Francisco. They would potentially look at candidates in Omaha or Denver but the first 2 are preferredExperience Level:Intermediate LevelAbout TEKsystems:We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.