Here is a summary of the key points from the Azure Cloud Solutions Architect job posting at Concentrix: 1. Key technical requirements and skills: - Expertise in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and cost-optimized Azure solutions - Experience with Azure Landing Zones, governance, and compliance frameworks - Knowledge of identity and access management using Microsoft Entra ID and Privileged Identity Management - Proficiency in Infrastructure-as-Code using Bicep and Terraform, and DevOps practices with Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions - Ability to design hybrid and multi-cloud solutions with Azure Arc, as well as enterprise-grade backup and recovery strategies 2. Team/project information: - The role is part of the Concentrix Technical Products and Services team, which is the driving force behind the company's transformation, data, and technology services. - The team integrates digital engineering
Cloud Strategy
Define and deliver cloud adoption roadmaps aligned with customer organizational goals.
Translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and cost-optimized Azure solutions.
Provide architectural leadership for enterprise-scale deployments and modernization initiatives.
Architect and advise on secure, compliant, and scalable Azure Landing Zones aligned with the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF).
Establish governance and operational excellence across multi-subscription environments.
Implement Azure Policy, policy-as-code, and compliance frameworks to ensure consistent standards.
Design identity strategies leveraging Microsoft Entra ID, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and role-based access controls.
Integrate Defender for Cloud for threat protection and security posture management.
Ensure adherence to best practices for reliability, security, and cost optimization using the Well-Architected Framework (WAF).
Implement Infrastructure-as-Code using Bicep and Terraform.
Automate deployments and CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.
Drive operational efficiency through automation of governance, monitoring, and remediation processes.
Deploy and manage hybrid and multi-cloud solutions with Azure Arc.
Design enterprise-grade backup and recovery strategies.
Lead migration projects from on-premises to Azure, ensuring workload compatibility and performance optimization.
Advise customers on how to architect secure and efficient networking solutions, including Azure Firewall, Private Link, and hybrid connectivity.
Provide guidance and solutions to customers on how to optimize performance and resiliency across distributed environments.
Partner with business and IT leaders to define cloud strategies and roadmaps.
Deliver workshops, assessments, and structured engagements to accelerate cloud adoption and maturity.
Provide expert guidance on governance, compliance, and operational excellence.
Stay current with Azure innovations and integrate them into organizational practices.
10+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with at least 5 years focused on Microsoft Azure.
Proven expertise in Azure Landing Zones, CAF, and enterprise-scale cloud strategy.
Strong knowledge of Azure Core framework components (Arc, Backup, Migrate, WAF, Networking).
Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Bicep/Terraform) and DevOps automation (Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions).
Deep understanding of identity, governance, and security (Entra ID, PIM, Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud).
Experience delivering workshops and assessments to guide organizations through cloud adoption.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.
Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Security Engineer Associate) strongly preferred.
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