Job Specifications
Req ID: 338549
NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a Azure Architect- Hybrid position in California to join our team in Pomona, California (US-CA), United States (US).
This is a hybrid position. Candidate must live in the Pomona, CA area.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Principal Architect, Cloud Operations is a strategic technology leader responsible for a team that designs, implements, and manages complex cloud infrastructure and solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. This is a leadership role that requires a deep understanding of cloud computing and enterprise networking principles, Azure services, and possesses the ability to provide strategic and operational direction across both cloud infrastructure and network architecture functions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITES INCLUDE:
Cloud Architecture Strategy, Design & Implementation:
Lead the design of scalable, secure, and high-performing Azure cloud infrastructure and enterprise network architectures. Collaborate closely with senior engineers across network, server and security domains to ensure alignment between infrastructure and security strategies. Oversee the deployment of Azure infrastructure solutions/services, including virtual networks, compute, storage, identity management, and security. Design and implement business continuity strategies to ensure high availability and data integrity in the event of service interruptions.
Cloud Operations & Support:
Continuously assess and optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, scalability, cost-efficiency, and security. Review/improve monitoring, logging, and automation practices to enhance operational efficiency. Facilitate team response to high severity production issues including communication/coordination with other impacted teams and vendors. Conduct vendor management activities including selection, contracting, engagement/escalation and performance monitoring.
Technical Leadership:
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to cloud engineering teams. Build strong relationships with internal teams, understand their needs, provide technical guidance and ensure seamless integration of cloud infrastructure with application and service development. Participate in the Architecture Review Board that ensures adherence to architectural standards. Perform personnel administrative functions for the purpose of planning, maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing personnel productivity and achieving objectives within budget.
Security, Compliance and Governance:
Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in the architecture and design of our cloud solutions and develop mitigation strategies. Collaborate with cyber-security and data privacy teams to adhere to security best practices and industry regulations within the Azure environment. Incorporate cloud governance principles and best practices within IT policies and procedures.
Continuous Learning:
Define a continuous learning regimen involving courses, conferences, certifications and other methods for members to stay current with ever evolving cloud and networking services and capabilities. Advocate/instill a culture by which teams are motivated to continually learn relevant skills/knowledge.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
10+ years of specific technology domain areas experience (eg software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking)
5+ years' experience in an IT organization and/or consulting firm leading technical teams
3+ years of experience in project management/lead architect positions in Azure architecture development, implementation and maintenance including:
Demonstrated experience collaborating with or leading enterprise network and server engineering teams
Strong proficiency in Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Azure AD, Networking, Storage, App Services, and Security Center
Experience with Azure Active Directory/Entra ID, Azure identity management, and role-based access control (RBAC)
Experience with Azure logging consolidation and monitoring capabilities/tools (Analytics Log Workspace, Application Insights, Azure Monitor)
Experience with Azure DevOps and developing CI/CD pipelines
Experience in IT budget planning and vendor contract negotiation
Deep understanding of networking concepts, including routing, switching, VPNs, VNETs, subnets, firewalls, and load balancers
Solid knowledge of security best practices and tools within the Azure ecosystem
Experience with disaster recovery, high availability, and backup solutions in a cloud environment
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Ability to lead in a resource-constrained environment, balancing operational reliability with innovation initiatives
Strong technical leadership skills and ability to mentor and guide cloud engineering teams
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effective
About the Company
NTT DATA – a part of NTT Group – is a trusted global innovator of IT and business services headquartered in Tokyo. We help clients transform through consulting, industry solutions, business process services, digital & IT modernization and managed services. NTT DATA enables them, as well as society, to move confidently into the digital future. We are committed to our clients’ long-term success and combine global reach with local client attention to serve them in over 50 countries around the globe.
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