Cloud Architect

Summit 7 Systems

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Summit 7 is dedicated to protecting the US defense industrial base from cyber threats, fostering thought leadership, and creating growth opportunities. The company invests in meaningful health and welfare benefits for its employees. The Cloud Architect role involves working with Microsoft cloud application management, deployment, and monitoring. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in Azure cloud architecture, infrastructure design, Microsoft 365 administration, and solution design. This position is responsible for delivering secure, scalable, and innovative cloud solutions using Microsoft's core technologies and security tools, including Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, Entra ID, Active Directory, Hybrid Identity Management, Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Virtual Machines, Networking, Storage Accounts, Windows Server, Virtual WANs, Azure Load Balancers, and Azure Firewalls.

Requirements

Proven experience designing and managing complex Microsoft cloud environments.
Deep understanding of Azure infrastructure and Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
A strong grasp of cloud security frameworks, compliance standards, and enterprise IT operations.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or other related technical field OR 3-5 years experience architecting, implementing, and maintaining scalable critical production infrastructure in the Azure Cloud
Proficiency in DNS, Active Directory, Intune, Azure Active Directory
Experience with Azure Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Policy, and Azure Firewall
Knowledge of programming and scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, .NET
Knowledge of cloud security controls including tenant isolation, encryption at rest, encryption in transit, key management, vulnerability assessments, application firewalls, SIEM, etc.
Resolute dedication to unparalleled customer service is a must.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Office 365 GCC high, NIST 800-171, and NIST 800-53
Knowledge of Azure Government
Having passed any of the following Microsoft Exams: Microsoft 365 - MS-100. MS-101, MS203, MS-600; Azure - AZ104, AZ-204, AZ-305, AZ-500; AZ-140. AZ-400, DP-200, DP-201, MS-500, SC-200, SC-300, MS-700
Having obtained any of the following certifications: Security + (SY0-501), CE, CISSP, GCIH

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize Microsoft cloud architectures that prioritize both performance and regulatory compliance.
Provide expert guidance on best practices in cloud security, governance, and operational efficiency.
Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to align cloud strategies with organizational goals.
Act as a trusted advisor, bridging the gap between technical requirements and business objectives.