Cloud Solutions Architect

Cloud Solutions ArchitectThe Cloud Solutions Architect will provide technical leadership for the modernization, migration, integration, and ongoing support of a federal enterprise application portfolio. The Architect will serve as the technical lead responsible for planning and executing cloud migration initiatives, modernizing legacy applications, designing Azure-based enterprise architectures, and guiding engineering teams supporting mission-critical Microsoft technologies.This position requires regular on-site support and close collaboration with government leadership, project managers, cybersecurity personnel, and application development teams.Required Skills & Qualifications12+ years of enterprise IT architecture, systems engineering, or application modernization experience. Formal Education (Associates, Bachelors, Masters, PhD) may be used to offset experience requirement.7+ years architecting Microsoft Azure enterprise solutions.5+ years leading enterprise application modernization initiatives.Demonstrated experience leading AWS-to-Azure cloud migrations.Experience designing solutions within Microsoft Azure Government (Azure GCC or GCC High preferred).Experience leading Agile software development teams supporting enterprise applications.Experience supporting Federal Government environments.Experience briefing executive leadership and technical stakeholders.Ability to support incident resolution and service restoration activitiesStrong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and collaboration abilitiesFamiliarity with enterprise modernization and integration initiativesExperience working with cross-functional technical and business teamsExperience supporting vendor coordination and escalation activitiesMust be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearancePreferred QualificationsMicrosoft AzureExtensive experience designing and implementing:Azure Virtual MachinesAzure App ServicesAzure SQL DatabaseAzure StorageAzure NetworkingAzure FirewallAzure Load BalancerAzure Front DoorAzure MonitorAzure BackupAzure Site RecoveryAzure PolicyAzure Landing ZonesAzure Cost ManagementMicrosoft Entra IDAzure DevOpsMicrosoft 365Strong experience with:SharePoint OnlineMicrosoft TeamsPower PlatformPower AppsPower AutomatePower BIPower PagesDataverseMicrosoft Dynamics 365Microsoft 365 administrationApplication DevelopmentExperience supporting enterprise applications developed with:.NET Framework.NET Core/.NETC#ASP.NETSQL ServerREST APIsWeb ServicesEntity FrameworkAWSStrong experience with:Amazon EC2Amazon VPCAmazon S3Elastic Load BalancerIAMRoute 53CloudWatchCloudFormationResponsibilitiesThe Architect shall:Lead the technical planning and execution of enterprise cloud modernization initiatives.Serve as the technical lead for AWS-to-Azure migration activities.Design Azure cloud architectures supporting mission-critical applications.Develop modernization roadmaps for legacy applications.Lead architecture reviews and technical design sessions.Guide Azure engineers, software developers, and DevOps engineers.Develop migration strategies, cutover plans, and rollback procedures.Ensure solutions comply with Government security, accessibility (Section 508), and records management requirements.Review application designs for scalability, maintainability, and security.Support project planning, risk management, and technical decision making.Produce architecture documentation, technical diagrams, and implementation guidance.Participate in customer meetings with the CIO, COR, and Project Manager.Support proposal development and technical planning for modernization initiatives.Preferred CertificationsRequired at a MinimumMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)Highly PreferredAzure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)Azure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)PreferredAWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or ProfessionalProject Management Professional (PMP)ITIL FoundationCISSPTOGAFAbout Vamonos ITOur experienced team of technical Subject Matter Experts and Professional Project Managers deliver solutions to the toughest challenges in enterprise cloud computing and infrastructure management within the Homeland Security and Federal civilian landscape. Our mission is to set the bar in service delivery excellence, providing professional services our customers cannot help but notice. Our core values of Exceptional Service, Accountability, Continual Improvement, and Opportunity for Growth drive our customers' success while fostering a culture of teamwork and professional development.Our Benefits IncludePaid Federal HolidaysHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance OptionsSimple IRA with MatchingRobust Paid Vacation PolicyContinuing Education AssistanceShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityCompany-Provided Life Insurance