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Azure Architect
- Motion Recruitment Partners (Plano, TX)
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Azure Architect
Plano, Texas
Hybrid
Contract
$70/hr - $90/hr
**Role:** Azure Solutions Architect
**Location:** Plano, Texas (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite per week)
**Duration:** 6–12 Months (Strong possibility of extension)
Our client is **immediately** seeking a **highly skilled and experienced Azure Solutions Architect** to lead the design, implementation, and management of their Microsoft Azure cloud environment. This role focuses on **application-driven cloud architecture** primarily, rather than infrastructure management and requires strong consultative, strategic, and hands-on technical capabilities.
You will collaborate closely with executive stakeholders, Microsoft, and vendor partners to ensure that the Azure environment is secure, resilient, scalable, cost-optimized, and aligned with business objectives.
Required Skills & Qualifications
+ **Bachelor’s degree** in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
+ Proven experience managing **Microsoft Azure** environments at a senior or leadership level.
Strong expertise in:
+ **Terraform** and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
+ **CI/CD pipelines** and **Azure DevOps**
+ **Azure networking** , **storage** , **AD** , and **security**
+ **Disaster Recovery** (Commvault preferred)
+ **SharePoint** , **Office 365** , and Microsoft cloud ecosystem
+ Familiarity with **cloud deployment models** (public and private).
+ Demonstrated understanding of **Azure cost optimization** and **performance tuning** .
+ **Microsoft Azure certifications** (e.g., Azure Administrator, Solutions Architect) strongly preferred.
+ Excellent **communication** , **planning** , and **executive presentation** skills.
+ Ability to work independently, manage multiple initiatives, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
What you will be doing:
Cloud Architecture & Engineering
+ Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-based services within **Microsoft Azure** and **Office 365** environments.
+ Complete and optimize **Disaster Recovery (DR) configuration with Commvault** .
+ Drive **security configurations** per Microsoft recommendations, including decommissioning Alert Logic WAF and transitioning public endpoints to private access.
+ Align solutions with the **Microsoft Well-Architected Framework** .
+ Advance **DevSecOps** maturity and establish robust CI/CD pipelines using **Azure DevOps** .
+ Lead **IaC (Infrastructure as Code)** initiatives using **Terraform** to deploy and manage Azure environments.
+ Implement automation scripts and frameworks for Azure resource provisioning and management.
+ Manage **Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)** and governance, compliance, and cost management strategies.
+ Build and test **disaster recovery** and **backup** strategies to ensure resiliency and business continuity.
Leadership & Strategy
+ Serve as a **consultative advisor** to executive stakeholders and Microsoft partners.
+ Lead a team of cloud engineers and administrators, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
+ Develop and present **cloud roadmaps** to achieve a secure, stable, and optimized Azure environment.
+ Review **SOWs** and vendor deliverables for completeness and accuracy.
+ Engage directly with **C-level leadership** for strategic planning and executive reporting.
Security, Compliance & Monitoring
+ Implement security policies, controls, and identity management (IAM, MFA, SSO).
+ Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
+ Manage Azure network security, including VPNs, firewalls, and endpoint protection.
+ Use **Azure Monitor** to track performance, health, and cost metrics.
+ Conduct security audits, risk assessments, and vulnerability testing.
Work Environment
+ **Hybrid schedule** : 2–3 days per week onsite in **Plano, TX** . Must be available for in-person collaboration, vendor meetings, and executive presentations.
Expected Outcomes
+ Azure tenant is **secure, resilient, stable, cost-efficient, and compliant** with Microsoft Well-Architected Framework standards.
+ DR and backup solutions are **fully implemented, tested, and documented** .
+ Cloud operations and DevSecOps practices are **standardized and automated** .
You will receive the following benefits:
+ Medical Insurance – Four plans to choose from for you and your family
+ Dental and Orthodontia Benefits
+ Vision Benefits
+ Health Savings Account (HSA)
+ Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
+ Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
+ Hospital Indemnity Insurance
+ 401(k) Retirement Plan
+ Paid Sick Time Leave
+ Legal and Identity Protection Plans
+ Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
+ 529 College Savings Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying; no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation Policy. Applicants are encouraged to make accommodation needs known in advance.
***This role does not allow for C2C consultants. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship***
You will receive the following benefits:
+ Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
+ Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
+ Vision Benefits
+ Health Savings Account (HSA)
+ Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
+ Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
+ Hospital Indemnity Insurance
+ 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
+ Paid Sick Time Leave
+ Legal and Identity Protection Plans
+ Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
+ 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
**Posted by:** Heather Allen
Specialization:
+ System Administration
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