Azure Cloud Solutions Architect- Infrastructure

Houston 4 days agoContractor External
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Net2Source Inc. is an award-winning total workforce solutions company recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts for our accelerated growth of 300% in the last 3 years with over 5500+ employees globally, with over 30+ locations in the US and global operations in 32 countries. We believe in providing staffing solutions to address the current talent gap – Right Talent – Right Time – Right Place – Right Price and acting as a Career Coach to our consultants. Azure Cloud Solutions Architect- Infrastructure Houston, TX days/week onsite) 6+ Months contract to hire Rate: $70-$75/hr W2, $75-$80/hr C2C Azure Cloud Solutions Architect will be providing cloud solutions to meet business requirements for various types of client Projects. You will partner with application teams, various infrastructure teams, as well as technical and security services teams to describe and ensure alignment to client's agreed strategy, policies, principles, and patterns. Job duties include establishing and overseeing the governance of a multi-cloud environment and periodic audit. Cloud Solutions Architect will have an excellent opportunity to contribute to and make a real difference in Cloud Solutions maturity and adaptation for client. Requirements: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (preferred). Minimum of 4-year degree in Computer Information systems or management. This experience can be waived with equivalent on job IT Experience. 7+ years of Information Technology infrastructure experience. 4+ years of hands-on experience and expert knowledge of Microsoft Azure products and capabilities Expert-level knowledge of containerization technology such as Docker, Kubernetes clusters, AKS cloud. Ability to script in at least two common languages (e.g., PHP, Python, Terraform, PowerShell desirable). YAML, JSON, Azure ARM templates, Azure Runbooks, Ansible and others Visio or other source of creating drawing. Responsibilities: Design a highly scalable, automated, and available cloud platform, utilizing IaaS and PaaS, for large scale, mission critical applications, aligned with the client cloud-smart strategy and architecture predominantly hosted on Microsoft Azure Cloud Establish Architecture standards and maintain in repository. Create and implement DevOps, support, maintenance and governance practices and processes for the Cloud Platform. Solution and implement all aspects of Cloud service models and application delivery such as IaaS, PaaS, Serverless and Containerization infrastructure. Establish Cloud Network interface with Load balancers, firewalls, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, Active Directory Services. Partner with Development teams, CyberSecurity, Infrastructure teams to deliver and maintain a cloud platform. Create the capabilities required to utilize automation practices for initializing, provisioning, and optimizing systems, and facilitate infrastructure orchestration – embracing self-service and autonomy. Ensure systems and application have efficient and actionable monitoring with SLO aligned with business goals. Develop, plan, create Proof of Concept environments. Lead and participate in architectural and governance reviews and/or audits. Consult and support other divisions within solutions delivery in application integration and development. Implement projects in close collaboration with other stakeholders (strategic business solutions, solution delivery, service delivery, business departments) Review and recommend technologies to meet business needs and priorities and to align with enterprise strategies. Create necessary project documentation and transfer operation manuals. Create and maintain the backup strategy. Troubleshoot problems in the operational infrastructure and applications, including follow-up problem resolution, root cause analysis and process improvement. Provide 3rd level support within the organizational unit. Establish key vendor relationships. Why work with us – At Net2Source, we believe everyone has an opportunity to lead. We see the importance of your perspective and your ability to create value. We want you to fit in—with an inclusive culture, focus on work-life fit and well-being, and a supportive, connected environment; but we also want you to stand out—with opportunities to have a strategic impact, innovate, and take necessary steps to make your mark. We help clients with new skilling, talent strategy, leadership development, employee experience, transformational change management, and beyond. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Net2Source is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Awards and Accolades: America's Most Honored Businesses (Top 10%) Awarded by USPAAC for Fastest Growing Business in the US 12 th Fastest-Growing Staffing Company in the USA by Staffing Industry Analysts in the US (2020, 2019, 2020) Fastest 50 by NJ Biz (2020, 2019, 2020) INC 5000 Fastest growing for 8 consecutive years in a row (only 1.26% of companies make it to this list). Top 100 by Dallas Business Journal (2020 and 2019) Proven Supplier of the Year by Workforce Logiq (2020 and 2019) 2019 Spirit of Alliance Award by Agile1 2018 Best of the Best Platinum Award by Agile1 2018 TechServe Alliance Excellence Awards Winner 2017 Best of the Best Gold Award by Agile1(Act1 Group) Thanks and Regards, Aman Sharma Sr. IT Recruiter Net2Source Inc. Global HQ Address – 7250 Dallas Pkwy, Suite 825 Plano, Texas 75024 Office: x 504 | Cell: | Fax: | Email: Web: | Social: Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn