Cloud and Systems Architect

Summary

Join Resultant's Managed Services Projects team as a Cloud and Systems Architect! This remote role, with potential travel (25%-50%), involves leading end-to-end legacy application modernization to cloud-native environments (Azure, VMware, M365, Intune). You will develop migration roadmaps, architect multi-cloud/hybrid cloud strategies, and design hybrid data architectures. Responsibilities include optimizing existing infrastructure, designing secure system architectures, implementing best practices for hybrid software deployment, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will provide technical leadership, develop cloud governance frameworks, conduct cloud assessments, lead automation initiatives (Terraform, Azure DevOps), and mentor team members. Pre-sales support and troubleshooting are also key aspects of this role. Staying current with cloud computing trends and proactively recommending improvements is essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred
• 10+ years of experience in IT architecture, cloud computing, or related technical roles
• Deep expertise in Azure, VMware, Datacenter and at least one other major cloud platform (GCP or AWS)
• Extensive experience with Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive) and Intune, including integration, migration, automation, and governance
• Strong experience in designing and advising on hybrid networking architectures, including secure connectivity between datacenter and cloud environments (routing, firewalls, VPNs, express route, private links)
• Solid understanding and experience with hybrid data architectures, including SAN/NAS storage, S3 buckets, Azure Files, Blob Storage, and cross-platform data access strategies
• Proven track record in cloud migration, hybrid architecture, and aligning infrastructure with business and compliance requirements
• Background in infrastructure and network architecture, including virtualization, identity, and endpoint management
• Proficiency in PowerShell, Terraform, and/or Python for automation and Infrastructure-as-Code
• Experience with identity and access management, including Entra ID (Azure AD), SAML, OAuth, and federated models
• Familiarity with ITIL, cloud governance, and compliance frameworks for regulated industries
• Excellent communication and documentation skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities, especially in dynamic or high-pressure environments
• Experience supporting pre-sales, solution scoping, and customer workshops
• Willingness to travel as needed (approximately 25%–50% of the time, depending on proximity to clients)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end modernization of legacy applications and endpoints, migrating from on-premise to cloud-native environments using Azure, VMware, M365, and Intune
• Develop migration roadmaps, assess application and infrastructure readiness, and ensure minimal disruption to business operations
• Architect and implement multi-cloud and hybrid cloud strategies, with a focus on secure, scalable transitions to Azure, GCP, or AWS
• Evaluate and select cloud and datacenter services to meet requirements for scalability, security, and cost-efficiency
• Design and advise on hybrid networking architectures, including high-level planning for routing, firewalls, VPNs, and private connectivity between datacenter and cloud environments
• Define and guide hybrid data architecture strategies, including SAN/NAS integration, Azure Files, Blob Storage, S3 buckets, and cross-platform access planning for structured and unstructured data
• Assess and optimize existing infrastructure and deployment methodologies to align with cloud adoption frameworks and business goals
• Design and document scalable, secure, and reliable system architectures, including visual diagrams, technical documentation, and implementation plans
• Architect and oversee VMware environments, including vSphere, VMFS, storage provisioning, and integration with cloud platforms
• Implement best practices for hybrid software deployment and endpoint management, leveraging Intune, Azure, and M365 for compliance and lifecycle management
• Collaborate across service desk, engineering, security, and business teams to define and iterate on modernization strategies
• Provide technical leadership on cloud architecture, governance, and adoption, translating business needs into robust technical solutions
• Develop and maintain cloud governance frameworks, including identity, access control, data protection, and resource usage policies
• Conduct cloud environment assessments to identify opportunities for performance optimization, cost savings, and security enhancements
• Lead automation initiatives using Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform and Azure DevOps, promoting CI/CD and DevOps best practices
• Mentor and coach team members on cloud technologies, VMware architecture, hybrid networking, and data strategies, fostering a culture of technical excellence
• Support pre-sales and solution scoping, including workshops, requirements gathering, and SOW creation
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across cloud infrastructure, networking, identity, and VMware environments, ensuring high availability
• Stay current with trends in cloud computing, identity, networking, and hybrid data platforms, and proactively recommend improvements

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Power Virtual Agents) in enterprise environments is a plus
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator
• Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• Google Professional Cloud Architect
• Fortinet NSE or Cisco CCNP
• TOGAF or ITIL Foundation
• HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate
• Dell EMC, NetApp, or IBM certifications related to enterprise storage and data management

Benefits

• Unlimited vacation
• Significant 401k contributions
• Several opportunities to develop yourself