Cloud and Systems Architect (Remote in US)

Resultant•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Remote

About The Position

Resultant is seeking a Cloud and Systems Architect to join our Managed Services Projects team. This role involves working directly with stakeholders at various levels of an organization, balancing the complexities of managing on-premise and cloud-native software implementations. The ideal candidate will have experience helping clients define business requirements and translating them into actionable solutions. This is a remote role with potential travel up to 25% of the time. The position will collaborate with public and private sector clients to ensure appropriate foundations, frameworks, security, structures, and governance are in place for Enterprise Application Services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
10+ years of experience in IT architecture, cloud computing, or related technical roles.
Deep expertise in Azure, VMware, Datacenter and at least one other major cloud platform (GCP or AWS).
Extensive experience with Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive) and Intune, including integration, migration, automation, and governance.
Strong experience in designing and advising on hybrid networking architectures, including secure connectivity between datacenter and cloud environments (routing, firewalls, VPNs, express route, private links).
Solid understanding and experience with hybrid data architectures, including SAN/NAS storage, S3 buckets, Azure Files, Blob Storage, and cross-platform data access strategies.
Proven track record in cloud migration, hybrid architecture, and aligning infrastructure with business and compliance requirements.
Background in infrastructure and network architecture, including virtualization, identity, and endpoint management.
Proficiency in PowerShell, Terraform, and/or Python for automation and Infrastructure-as-Code.
Experience with identity and access management, including Entra ID (Azure AD), SAML, OAuth, and federated models.
Familiarity with ITIL, cloud governance, and compliance frameworks for regulated industries.
Willingness to travel as needed (approximately 25% of the time depending on proximity to clients).
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Power Virtual Agents) in enterprise environments is a plus.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator
Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
Google Professional Cloud Architect
Fortinet NSE or Cisco CCNP
TOGAF or ITIL Foundation
HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate
Dell EMC, NetApp, or IBM certifications related to enterprise storage and data management.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end modernization of legacy applications and endpoints, migrating from on-premise to cloud-native environments using Azure, VMware, M365, and Intune.
Develop migration roadmaps, assess application and infrastructure readiness, and ensure minimal disruption to business operations.
Architect and implement multi-cloud and hybrid cloud strategies, focusing on secure, scalable transitions to Azure, GCP, or AWS.
Evaluate and select cloud and datacenter services to meet requirements for scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.
Design and advise on hybrid networking architectures, including high-level planning for routing, firewalls, VPNs, and private connectivity between datacenter and cloud environments.
Define and guide hybrid data architecture strategies, including SAN/NAS integration, Azure Files, Blob Storage, S3 buckets, and cross-platform access planning for structured and unstructured data.
Assess and optimize existing infrastructure and deployment methodologies to align with cloud adoption frameworks and business goals.
Design and document scalable, secure, and reliable system architectures, including visual diagrams, technical documentation, and implementation plans.
Architect and oversee VMware environments, including vSphere, VMFS, storage provisioning, and integration with cloud platforms.
Implement best practices for hybrid software deployment and endpoint management, leveraging Intune, Azure, and M365 for compliance and lifecycle management.
Collaborate across service desk, engineering, security, and business teams to define and iterate on modernization strategies.
Provide technical leadership on cloud architecture, governance, and adoption, translating business needs into robust technical solutions.
Develop and maintain cloud governance frameworks, including identity, access control, data protection, and resource usage policies.
Conduct cloud environment assessments to identify opportunities for performance optimization, cost savings, and security enhancements.
Lead automation initiatives using Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform and Azure DevOps, promoting CI/CD and DevOps best practices.
Mentor and coach team members on cloud technologies, VMware architecture, hybrid networking, and data strategies, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
Support pre-sales and solution scoping, including workshops, requirements gathering, and SOW creation.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across cloud infrastructure, networking, identity, and VMware environments, ensuring high availability.
Stay current with trends in cloud computing, identity, networking, and hybrid data platforms, and proactively recommend improvements.