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Sikich

18d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • United States
    Remote
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AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, Azure AZ-104 certification, 5+ years in Azure design/implementation, strong communication skills, and a collaborative, trustworthy, solutions-focused mindset.
  • You will design Azure solutions, provide technical leadership, collaborate with stakeholders, assess technologies, ensure compliance, manage documentation, and support pre-sales activities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in; Business Management, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • Professional certification in Azure required (AZ-104).
  • Professional certification in Azure preferred (AZ-700, AZ-305, and/or AZ-500) or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience designing or implementing technical requirements for Azure.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
  • Servant Leader – You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
  • Solutions Focused – You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions.
  • Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
  • Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible.
  • Impact & Influence Thinking – You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Develop comprehensive solution architectures that meet business requirements and align with the client’s technology strategy.
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring best practices and industry standards are followed.
  • Actively participate in continuing education of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and improve solution offerings.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, including business leaders, product managers, and IT teams, to define and deliver effective solutions.
  • Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and vendors to support the design and delivery of solutions related to Azure requirements.
  • Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with the architecture and design of solutions.
  • Ensure solutions comply with relevant regulations, standards, and policies, such as CMMC and NIST frameworks.
  • In collaboration with the NOC and Project team to create and maintain architectural documents, diagrams, and other artifacts that clearly articulate the solution's design and components.
  • Optimize solutions for performance, scalability, and reliability to meet the demands of the business.
  • Design security controls and manage documentation for all systems handling CUI, including email, FTP, content management platforms, cloud platforms, project collaboration tools, and more.
  • Participate in pre-sales activities such as qualification meetings and scoping conversations.
  • Create sales proposals and sales presentations to assist with Azure projects and managed services opportunities.
  • Stay updated with the latest revisions of Azure publications.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, this position is a remote role.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Solutions Architect, Azure?

The primary responsibilities include developing comprehensive solution architectures, providing technical guidance, collaborating with stakeholders, evaluating technologies, and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field is required, along with professional certification in Azure (AZ-104) and 5+ years of experience designing or implementing technical requirements for Azure.

Are there specific Azure certifications preferred for this role?

Yes, preferred certifications include AZ-700, AZ-305, and/or AZ-500 or equivalent experience.

What skills are essential for success in this role?

Essential skills include excellent communication and leadership abilities, a solutions-focused mindset, collaboration skills, trustworthiness, and impact and influence thinking.

Is travel required for this position?

Occasional travel to client sites may be required.

What are the working conditions for this role?

The position typically involves an office environment with flexible working hours to accommodate client schedules and deadlines.

What is the salary range for this position?

The midpoint of the salary range for this role is $147,900, but the final offer amount may vary based on experience and geographic location.

What benefits are offered at Sikich?

Sikich offers benefits such as a Flexible Time Off policy, health insurance options, wellness programs, a 401(k) plan with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, and paid volunteer time, among others.

Does Sikich provide support for continuing education?

Yes, employees are encouraged to participate in continuing education and stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

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Sikich

Accounting
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Sikich is a global company specializing in technology-enabled professional services. With more than 1,900 employees, Sikich draws on a diverse portfolio of technology solutions to deliver transformative digital strategies and ranks as one of the largest CPA firms in the United States. From corporations and not-for-profits to state and local governments and federal agencies, Sikich clients utilize a broad spectrum of services and products to help them improve performance and achieve long-term, strategic goals. Sikich currently practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services to its clients. Sikich LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich CPA LLC under which Sikich LLC provides Sikich CPA LLC with professional and support personnel and other services to support Sikich CPA LLC’s performance of its professional services, and Sikich CPA LLC shares certain client information with Sikich LLC with respect to the provision of such services. Securities offered through Sikich Corporate Finance LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Sikich Financial, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor.